TOEFL TPO -1 Academic Discussion Writing Sample: To begin our discussion. I'd like you to think of one global environmental problem- for example, it could be related to water, air, land, climate, biodiversity, energy, or something similar. Then explain what you think would be an effective solution to this problem.
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Nowadays, the world is facing a number of pressing environmental problems. and over the next tew weeks. we'll be discussing various innovations that may help solve these problems. To begin our discussion. I'd like you to think of one global environmental problem- for example, it could be related to water, air, land, climate, biodiversity, energy, or something similar. Then explain what you think would be an effective solution to this problem.
Student A
One of the major environmental problems is the limited freshwater supply in many areas of the world, which means that we need to find effective technologies to provide people with enough drinking water. One solution is to improve the technology for removing salt from seawater, which could allow us to use seawater to replenish dwindling Tresnwater sunnies.
Student B
I think the biggest problem is the air pollution caused by the overuse of motorized vehicles. The obvious solution is for local governments to promote alternatives, like building bike lanes in cities or improving pbieransoraiion with electric buses. Both of these would be easy to Implement as well
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User Sample
In my opinion, air pollution, which is primarily caused by fuel burning, is one of the most noteworthy pollution in our daily lives. Not only the factories but also the cars will bring carbon dioxide and other polluted emissions. The useful solution to air pollution for the government is to use alternative energy to reduce the amount of fuel consumption. To be more specific, there are many clean energy, such as solar energy, water energy, wind energy, and so on, making it possible to replace the fuel for electricity generation. For example, the government uses solar energy collected in the Qingzang Plateau for water delivery, improving the air condition there and saving the fare of fuel transportation.
Evaluation Result
1. 子项得分
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Relevance and Contribution to Discussion: 4.5
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Clarity and Elaboration of Viewpoint: 4.0
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Language Use and Grammar: 4.0
2. 预估分数
25. 3 任务完成度
这篇文章在任务完成度方面表现良好,针对空气污染问题提出了一个清晰的观点,并提出了使用可替代能源作为解决方案。然而,文章可以在以下方面进行改进:
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提供更多具体的例子来支持观点。
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对于提出的解决方案进行更详细的阐述。
改进示例:
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在讨论太阳能、水能和风能等可替代能源时,可以给出具体的实施案例或成功故事。
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在描述政府如何利用青藏高原的太阳能进行水资源输送时,可以详细说明这一做法是如何改善空气质量和节省燃料成本的。
4. 文章结构与组织
文章结构基本合理,包括引言、主体和结论。然而,在组织上还有一些需要改进的地方:
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在引言部分简要介绍文章将讨论哪些内容。
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在主体部分使用更清晰的段落划分和过渡词汇。
改进示例:
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引言部分可以加入一句话,如:“在本文中,我将讨论空气污染问题及其可能的解决方案。”
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在主体部分,可以使用过渡词汇来连接不同的观点,如:“首先,我们可以考虑使用太阳能、水能和风能等清洁能源来替代燃料发电。”
5. 语法批改
In my opinion, air pollution, which is primarily caused by fuel burning, is one of the most noteworthy pollutionpollutions(one of the JJR + plural) in our daily lives. Not only the factories but also the cars will bring carbon dioxide and other polluted emissions. The useful solution to air pollution for the government is to use alternative energy to reduce the amount of fuel consumption. To be more specific, there are many clean energymany clean energies(Possible agreement error: 'many/several/few' + singular countable noun), such as solar energy, water energy, wind energy, and so on, making it possible to replace the fuel for electricity generation. For example, the government uses solar energy collected in the QingzangQin Gang(misspelling) Plateau for water delivery, improving the air condition there and saving the fare of fuel transportation.
Section Title: Addressing Air Pollution through Alternative Energy
Air pollution, predominantly resulting from fuel combustion, is a significant environmental issue that affects our daily lives. Factories and vehicles emit carbon dioxide and other pollutants, contributing to poor air quality. A viable solution for governments to combat air pollution is to promote the use of alternative energy sources, thereby reducing fuel consumption. Numerous clean energy options, such as solar, hydroelectric, and wind power, can potentially replace traditional fuels for electricity generation. For instance, the government has implemented solar energy collection in the Qingzang Plateau for water delivery purposes. This initiative not only improves air quality in the region but also reduces the cost of fuel transportation. (115 words)
Addressing Air Pollution through Alternative Energy
In my opinion, air pollution, which is primarily caused by fuel burning, is one of the most noteworthy pollution in our daily lives. Not only the factories but also the cars will bring carbon dioxide and other polluted emissions. The useful solution to air pollution for the government is to use alternative energy to reduce the amount of fuel consumption. To be more specific, there are many clean energy, such as solar energy, water energy, wind energy, and so on, making it possible to replace the fuel for electricity generation. For example, the government uses solar energy collected in the Qingzang Plateau for water delivery, improving the air condition there and saving the fare of fuel transportation.transportation.
Revised essay:
Section Title: Addressing Air Pollution through Alternative Energy (Added a title to provide context and improve readability)
Air pollution (Changed "In my opinion" to "Air pollution" for a more direct and concise opening), predominantly resulting from fuel combustion (Changed "primarily caused by fuel burning" to "predominantly resulting from fuel combustion" for better word choice), is a significant environmental issue that affects our daily lives (Changed "most noteworthy pollution in our daily lives" to "significant environmental issue that affects our daily lives" for clarity). Factories and vehicles emit carbon dioxide and other pollutants (Changed "Not only the factories but also the cars will bring carbon dioxide and other polluted emissions" to "Factories and vehicles emit carbon dioxide and other pollutants" for conciseness), contributing to poor air quality. A viable solution for governments to combat air pollution is to promote the use of alternative energy sources (Changed "The useful solution...amount of fuel consumption" to "A viable solution...reducing fuel consumption" for better word choice), thereby reducing fuel consumption. Numerous clean energy options (Changed "there are many clean energy" to "Numerous clean energy options"), such as solar, hydroelectric, and wind power (Changed "solar energy, water energy, wind energy" to "solar, hydroelectric, and wind power" for better word choice), can potentially replace traditional fuels for electricity generation. For instance, the government has implemented solar energy collection in the Qingzang Plateau for water delivery purposes (Changed "the government uses solar energy collected in the Qingzang Plateau for water delivery" to "the government has implemented solar energy collection in the Qingzang Plateau for water delivery purposes" for better word choice). This initiative not only improves air quality in the region but also reduces the cost of fuel transportation (Changed "improving the air condition there and saving the fare of fuel transportation" to "improves air quality in the region but also reduces the cost of fuel transportation" for clarity).
8 思维导图
- Addressing Air Pollution through Alternative Energy
- Air pollution
- Fuel combustion
- Factories and vehicles
- Environmental issue
- Daily lives
- Poor air quality
- Solution
- Promote alternative energy sources
- Reduce fuel consumption
- Clean energy options
- Solar power
- Qingzang Plateau example
- Hydroelectric power
- Wind power
9 关键词
| Word | Phonetic Symbol | Part of Speech | English definition | Simplified Chinese translation | Sample sentences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| air pollution | /ɛr pəˈluʃən/ | noun | The presence of harmful substances in the air | 空气污染 | Air pollution is a significant environmental issue that affects our daily lives. |
| combustion | /kəmˈbʌsʧən/ | noun | The process of burning something | 燃烧 | Air pollution predominantly results from fuel combustion. |
| alternative | /ɔlˈtɜrnətɪv/ | adjective | Available as another possibility or choice | 可替代的 | A viable solution for governments is to promote the use of alternative energy sources. |
| hydroelectric | /ˌhaɪdroʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/ | adjective | Relating to the production of electricity using water power | 水力发电的 | Hydroelectric power is a clean energy option that can replace traditional fuels. |
| solar | /ˈsoʊlər/ | adjective | Relating to or determined by the sun | 太阳能的 | The government has implemented solar energy collection in the Qingzang Plateau. |
| wind power | /wɪnd ˈpaʊər/ | noun | Power obtained by harnessing the energy of the wind | 风能 | Wind power is another clean energy option that can help reduce air pollution. |
| initiative | /ɪˈnɪʃətɪv/ | noun | A new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem | 倡议 | This initiative not only improves air quality but also reduces the cost of fuel transportation. |
| fuel consumption | /fjul kənˈsʌm(p)ʃən/ | noun | The amount of fuel used, especially by vehicles | 燃料消耗 | Promoting alternative energy sources can help reduce fuel consumption and improve air quality. |
How Academic Discussion Is Scored
The TOEFL Academic Discussion task is evaluated based on the official ETS scoring rubric. AI evaluation analyzes each response across multiple dimensions.
Relevance & Contribution
Does the response address the question and contribute meaningfully to the discussion?
Language Use
Grammar accuracy, vocabulary range, and sentence structure quality.
Development & Support
Are ideas well-developed with specific examples and clear reasoning?
Common Patterns Across Responses
Based on analysis of user submissions for this task, here are common patterns observed in student responses.
Many students provide clear opinions but lack specific supporting examples.
Strong responses directly reference the reading passage and other speakers' viewpoints.
Higher-scoring responses use varied sentence structures and academic vocabulary.
Time management is a key factor — responses that feel rushed tend to score lower on development.
Learning Tips
Read the prompt carefully and identify all parts of the question before writing.
Reference the reading passage and the other students' opinions in your response.
Use specific examples to support your main point — avoid generic statements.
Aim for 120-150 words. Longer responses are not always better; clarity and focus matter more.
Practice timed responses (10 minutes) to build fluency under exam conditions.
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