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“Understanding the
TOEFL Independent
Writing task and how
to prepare for it
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By
preparing for this task, you can show your
proficiency in the language and take one step closer
to your academic or professional goals
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Get
ready to showcase your writing prowess and ace the
TOEFL independent writing task!”

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Understand the format" means knowing what essay the independent
writing task asks you to write
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This means you
will be given a topic and asked to either express your opinion on it or
present an argument based on the prompt
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)
"Is home-schooling a better option than traditional education?" (In this
prompt, the writer is asked to express their opinion on the
effectiveness of home-schooling compared to traditional education
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)
"Is the death penalty an effective crime deterrent?" (In this prompt, the
writer is asked to present an argument for or against the effectiveness
of the death penalty as a deterrent to crime
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High School Exams - Independent writing tasks are commonly used in
high school exams to evaluate students' writing skills and ability to
understand and respond to prompts
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In summary, understanding the independent writing task format is
crucial to responding effectively and scoring well on the prompt
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Time limit: You have 30 minutes to write your essay
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You have 30 minutes to write your essay
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Examples:
"You have 30 minutes to write your essay on the impact of technology
on society
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)
"You have 20 minutes to write your argument for or against the
mandatory use of school uniforms in all schools
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)

Use Cases:
Standardized Tests - Independent writing tasks are commonly found in
standardized tests, such as the TOEFL or IELTS, where the time limit is
set to evaluate the writing ability of the test taker under timed
conditions
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Professional Writing - In professional settings, such as business writing
or journalism, time limits are often set to ensure that tasks are
completed efficiently and within deadlines
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Practical time
management skills are essential to complete the task successfully
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Length: Your essay should be at least 300 words long
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This requirement is essential because essays that are longer will not
adequately address the prompt, while shorter essays may need to be
fully developed or may wander off-topic
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" (In this example, the length requirement for
the independent writing task is 300 words
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" (In this example, the length
requirement for the independent writing task is 300 words
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High School Exams - Independent writing tasks in high school exams
often have a minimum length requirement to ensure that students
have fully developed their ideas and responded effectively to the
prompt
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In summary, the length requirement for the independent writing task is
critical to consider as it affects the quality and completeness of the
essay
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A minimum length of 300 words is a good
target for providing a well-developed and complete response to the
prompt
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Grading criteria: Your essay will be evaluated based onfour4 factors:
task response, coherence and cohesion, lexical resource, and
grammatical range and accuracy
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Your essay will be assessed based on four main criteria: task response,
coherence and cohesion, lexical resource, and grammatical range and
accuracy
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This includes the clarity of your thesis
statement and the relevance and accuracy of your supporting
arguments
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This includes using appropriate transition
words and the logical flow of ideas throughout the piece
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This includes the use of advanced words and phrases and the accuracy
of your word choice
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Examples:

"Your essay on the impact of technology on society will be graded
based on task response, coherence and cohesion, lexical resource, and
grammatical range and accuracy
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)
"Your argument for or against the mandatory use of school uniforms in
all schools will be evaluated based on task response, coherence and
cohesion, lexical resource, and grammatical range and accuracy
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)
Use Cases:
Standardized Tests - Grading criteria are commonly used in
standardized tests to evaluate the writing ability of the test taker
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Classroom Settings - Teachers may use grading criteria to evaluate the
writing abilities of their students, including factors such as task
response, coherence and cohesion, lexical resource, and grammatical
range and accuracy
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In conclusion, the grading criteria for the independent writing task are
an essential aspect to consider as they determine the overall quality

and effectiveness of the essay
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Understanding
and adhering to these criteria can help ensure a high-quality essay that
meets the requirements of the prompt
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Know the prompt: Read the prompt carefully and make sure you
understand the task before writing
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This is important because you
need to fully understand the prompt to write an essay that does not
fully address the task
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" (In this
example, the writer is advised to read the prompt carefully and ensure
they understand the task before writing their essay
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Read the prompt carefully and
make sure you understand the task before you begin writing
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)
Use Cases:

Standardized Tests - Knowing the prompt is critical in standardized tests
as it ensures that the test taker understands the task and can write an
essay that fully addresses the prompt
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This helps students write a relevant, well-structured essay that
fully addresses the prompt
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This helps ensure
that the written piece is relevant, well-structured, and fully addresses
the task
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Taking
the time to read the prompt carefully and understand the task before
starting to write helps ensure that the final product is a high-quality
essay that fully addresses the prompt
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Plan your essay: Spend 2-3 minutes planning your paper, including
your introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion
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This includes deciding what your introduction, body
paragraphs, and conclusion will be about
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Examples:

"Before you start writing your essay on the importance of recycling,
take some time to plan your essay by outlining the structure of your
introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion
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)
"The key to writing a successful essay on the effects of climate change
is to plan your essay before you begin writing
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" (In this example, the writer is being advised to take some
time to plan their essay before writing
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It helps ensure that the final product is well-organized and easy
to follow, which is essential in educational settings
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This can help ensure that the final product is
well-structured and

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