TOEFL TPO 73 Speaking Task 1 Sample: Some people like to send text messages when they need information. Others prefer to call people on their cell phones for the information they need. Explain which method you prefer and why.

1.Sub Scores

• Delivery: 3

• Language Use: 3

• Topic Development: 3

2.Estimated Scores

• Total Score: 23

3.Delivery Your delivery is generally clear, but there are some areas for improvement. Try to maintain a consistent pace throughout your speech and avoid using filler words like "well" too often. Additionally, work on your pronunciation to minimize any potential misunderstandings. Practicing speaking aloud and recording yourself can help you identify areas where you may need to improve.

4.Topic Development Your response is coherent and well-organized, with clear connections between ideas. However, you could provide more specific examples or support for your preference of sending text messages over calling. For instance, you could mention a personal experience where texting was more efficient or convenient than calling. This would strengthen your argument and make your response more engaging.

5.Language Use

Original Answer: Well, personally, I prefer to send text messages when I need information. Well, I think it's the most convenient way to get the correct information that we want. For instance, while I'm texting messages with my teacher, I can organize my language and clearly ask the question and get information that I want. However, if I'm calling my teacher, I might be really nervous or teacher might misunderstand me. Therefore, texting message is more convenient. And also, we can text messages wherever we are, like on the car, on the train, on subways, while we're walking. If we need to call a person, we need to stay in a quiet space and it has higher requirements for the environment around you. Therefore, I prefer to send text messages when I need information.

Revised Answer: Personally, I prefer to send text messages when seeking information. I believe it's the most convenient method for obtaining accurate details. For example, when texting my teacher, I can carefully compose my questions and receive clear answers. In contrast, if I call my teacher, I may become nervous or be misunderstood. Thus, texting is more convenient. Furthermore, we can send texts in various locations such as in cars, trains, subways or even while walking. Calling someone requires a quiet environment and has stricter conditions for surrounding noise levels. Consequently, sending text messages is my preferred method for acquiring information.

Explanation:

• Removed repetitive "Well" at the beginning of sentences.

• Changed "texting messages" to "texting" for a more natural expression.

• Changed "texting message" to "texting" for consistency.

• Changed "on the car" to "in cars" for correct preposition usage.

• Changed "it has higher requirements" to "has stricter conditions" for clearer meaning.

Revised 110-word version with two supporting examples:

Personally, I prefer to send text messages when seeking information. I believe it's the most convenient method for obtaining accurate details. For example, when texting my teacher about a homework assignment, I can carefully compose my questions and receive clear answers without any miscommunication. In contrast, if I call my teacher during their busy schedule, I may become nervous or be misunderstood. Another example is texting a friend for directions; it allows me to easily refer back to the message later. Calling someone requires a quiet environment and has stricter conditions for surrounding noise levels. Consequently, sending text messages is my preferred method for acquiring information.

6.Mind Map

• Preference: Sending text messages
  • Main Point: Convenience
    • Supporting Example 1: Clear communication with teacher
      • Sub-point: Avoid misunderstandings
    • Supporting Example 2: Usable in various locations
      • Sub-point: No need for quiet environment
  • Conclusion: Text messages are the preferred method for acquiring information

7.Key Words

8.Additional Examples

1. Texting allows for asynchronous communication, meaning that both parties can respond at their convenience without feeling pressured to reply immediately.

2. Text messages can be easily shared with others, making it simple to disseminate information to a group of people.

3. Texting provides a written record of the conversation, which can be helpful for future reference or in situations where proof of communication is needed.

4. When discussing complex topics, texting allows for the inclusion of visual aids such as images, diagrams, or links to relevant resources.

5. Texting enables discreet communication in situations where speaking aloud might be inappropriate or disruptive, such as during a meeting or in a public space.

1.子项得分

• 交付 (Delivery): 3

• 主题发展 (Topic Development): 3

• 语言使用 (Language Use): 3

2.预估分数

• 总分: 23

3.表达 从交付方面来看，发言者的语言流利，语速较为稳定，偶尔有停顿。为了提高表达能力，建议发言者注意在适当的地方停顿，以及提高发音准确性。

4.话题发展 从话题发展方面来看，发言者提供了一个相对连贯和有组织的回答，并在一定程度上阐述了观点。但是，可以进一步完善观点的支持和例子。建议发言者尝试提供更具体的例子和论据来支持观点，并确保各个观点之间有明确的联系。

5.语言使用

原文：For me, television is a tool that depends on people's minds, which means how we use it. In my opinion, television's influence on society depends on how people utilize it. (改进了句子结构，使其更自然。)

If we use it in a positive way, it will have some benefits. When used positively, television offers numerous benefits. (使用了更高级的词汇和更自然的表达方式。)

For example, if we watch TV together with our family members, we could discuss some news or topics on the TV. For instance, watching TV with family members can promote discussions about news or various topics presented on the screen. (改进了句子结构，使其更自然。)

It could promote communication. This fosters better communication among family members. (使用了更高级的词汇和更自然的表达方式。)

But if we use television in a negative way, it might hurt our health. However, when television is misused, it can negatively impact our health. (改进了句子结构，使其更自然。)

If we watch TV for the whole night, we would have no energy to focus on studying or working. For example, watching TV all night can lead to a lack of energy and focus for studying or working the next day. (改进了句子结构，使其更自然。)

In my opinion, television's influence on society depends on how people utilize it. When used positively, television offers numerous benefits. For instance, watching TV with family members can promote discussions about news or various topics presented on the screen. This fosters better communication among family members. However, when television is misused, it can negatively impact our health. For example, watching TV all night can lead to a lack of energy and focus for studying or working the next day. Therefore, it is crucial to use television responsibly and strike a balance between its advantages and potential drawbacks.

6.思维导图

• Preference or opinion: The impact of television on society depends on how people use it
  • Key idea: Positive use of TV brings benefits
    • Supporting example 1: watch TV with family, facilitate discussion about news and topics
    • Supporting Example 2: Improve communication among family members
  • Key idea: Negative use of television has adverse health effects
    • Supporting Example 1: Watching TV all night leads to lack of energy and inability to concentrate on study or work
  • Conclusion: Use TV wisely, balancing its advantages and potential disadvantages

7.关键词

8.补充示例

1. Sub-opinion: Television can enhance knowledge

   • Explanation: People can learn a lot of new knowledge by watching documentaries and educational programs
   • Supporting examples: For example, watching documentaries about nature and history can broaden people's horizons

2. Sub-opinion: TV can help you relax

   • Explanation: After a stressful work or study, watching a comedy or entertainment program can make people relax
   • Supporting examples: For example, watching a light-hearted movie or comedy show can help reduce stress

3. Sub-opinion: TV may cause children to become addicted

   • Explanation: Watching too much TV may make children neglect school and outdoor activities
   • Supporting examples: For example, prolonged TV viewing may lead to poor grades and lack of exercise in children

4. Sub-opinion: TV ads can mislead consumers

   • Explanation: Some TV advertisements may exaggerate the advantages of products and mislead consumers to make wrong purchase decisions
   • Supporting examples: For example, some advertisements for weight loss products may exaggerate their effects, leading consumers to have unrealistic expectations

1.子项得分

• 交付 (Delivery): 3

• 主题发展 (Topic Development): 3

• 语言使用 (Language Use): 3

2.预估分数

• 总分: 23

3.表达 从交付方面来看，发言者的语音清晰，流畅，节奏稳定，仅有少量停顿。但是，在某些地方可能需要更多的练习来提高发音的准确性。建议您多加练习，尤其是在一些可能导致发音不准确的单词上。

4.话题发展 从话题发展方面来看，发言者提供了一个连贯且组织良好的回答，并在回答中给出了明确的观点和足够的支持或例子。然而，可以考虑在回答中加入更多具体的例子和详细信息来进一步支持您的观点。例如，在描述为什么您更喜欢使用手机打电话时，可以提供一些实际生活中的例子来说明这种方式如何帮助您更快地获得所需信息。

5.语言使用

原文：Personally speaking, I prefer to call people on my cell phone for the information I need. First, the text message always takes me a long time to wait for the information, but the cell phone has changed our lives tremendously. It made it easier for us to search for the information. For example, whenever I have a question like how a historical event effect presents, I will use my cell phone to call my friend and have a group study, have a talk with them, and then the information I need will appear on my mind within a few minutes, which is convenient as well as time-saving. So in conclusion, I prefer to call people on my cell phone.

修订后：(在此处，我们将修改一些句子结构和词汇以使其更自然。)

Personally speaking, I prefer to call people on my cell phone when seeking information. Firstly, text messages often require a long waiting time for responses, whereas cell phones have significantly improved our lives by providing instant access to information. For instance, whenever I have questions about how historical events impact the present, I can quickly call friends for a group discussion and obtain the necessary information within minutes. This method is not only convenient but also time-saving. In conclusion, calling people on my cell phone is my preferred method of obtaining information.

修订说明：

1. "the text message always takes me" -> "text messages often require"(改为复数形式，并使用“require”使句子更自然。)

2. "how a historical event effect presents" -> "how historical events impact the present"(修改语法和词汇以使句子更清晰。)

3. "have a group study, have a talk with them" -> "call friends for a group discussion"(简化表达，使其更自然。)

根据审阅建议，这是一个110字的修订版本，以达到30分的评分：

Personally speaking, I prefer to call people on my cell phone when seeking information. Firstly, text messages often require a long waiting time for responses, whereas cell phones have significantly improved our lives by providing instant access to information. For instance, when I need to understand complex scientific theories or analyze historical events' impacts on the present, I can quickly call friends or experts for in-depth discussions and obtain the necessary information within minutes. This method is not only convenient but also time-saving. In conclusion, calling people on my cell phone is my preferred method of obtaining information.

6.思维导图

• 偏好或观点：使用手机打电话获取信息
  • 主要原因：便捷和节省时间
    • 支持例子1：历史事件对现在的影响
      • 小组讨论
    • 支持例子2：理解复杂的科学理论
      • 与专家深入讨论
  • 结论：打电话是首选的获取信息方式

7.关键词

8.补充示例

1. 当我需要了解不同文化背景下的习俗时，我可以通过电话与来自不同国家的朋友交流，以便更全面地了解各种传统。

2. 如果我想获取关于某个产品的详细信息，打电话给销售人员可以让我立即获得所需信息并解决疑问。

3. 当我遇到技术问题时，打电话给技术支持团队可以帮助我快速诊断问题并找到解决方案。

4. 在紧急情况下，拨打求助电话可以立即获得援助和指导，而不是等待短信回复。

5. 当我需要就某个话题与同事进行头脑风暴时，通过电话会议可以迅速收集大家的意见和建议。