TOEFL Reading: 5 Mistakes You MUST Avoid

[@predragdjindjic1605]

I just got my TOEFL results back, and I scored 114/120! Thank you so much for providing these videos for free, I managed this with only a few weeks of practice. For anyone reading this, stick to these tips and you will ace the test! :)

[@TSTPrep]

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[@user-uh3wh7sg3s]

how?

[@ibrahimmahamatalhassine9152]

Congratulations

[@ParwizRaeeskhail-fu2xh]

What are you doing now?

[@nazlife7081]

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[@nigarabdullayeva7902]

Tomorrow I am going to take Toefl exam. Wish me good luck!!

[@user-jw4sm5nx4w]

I am next Thursday… in Austin

[@nigarabdullayeva7902]

I got 27 reading and 27 listening waiting for the others. Wish good luck to everyone!! The definition questions are the easiest ones. And don't panic it is easier than you think, just focus well and do not pay attention to anyone around you!

[@kilianstegmann9016]

😕 I got 17 and 17🙃

[@_phew]

​@@nigarabdullayeva7902Congratulations ! 🎉

[@nigarabdullayeva7902]

Hi, I got 102 27 R 27 L 23 S 25 W Cannot believe my writing is more than my speaking but anyways. So as you see it is not scary at all and these videos helped me to gain confidence and also taught me a lot of tips. In a word, good luck! You've got this!

[@msalinasv85]

Reading was the most challenging part, in my experience. I had a really hard time and messed with time management. I really wanna thank you, Josh, for all the work you do here. All your videos, advices, tricks, encouraging words. I was really disappointed when I got that 17 in the reading section (when I thought reading was my strength) and thanks to this channel I got a 25. I wish you all the success with TST Prep. Greetings from Peru.

[@TSTPrep]

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[@JHan-xr9nv]

I just got 29 in reading, and I always read the passage first. It's important to understand what are the topic and the main ideas. With those in mind, the many questions will be much easier to answer.

[@TSTPrep]

Great! Thanks for sharing and congratulations.

[@abdullahak2204]

Hi Josh i wrote my TOEFL today. Got 30 in reading and 29 in listening! I used your tip on reading the passage and answering questions simultaneously! Thanks! Hope i get a good score in the other 2 sections too!

[@myr3599]

according to my point of view, reading is the most challenging part of TOEFl. I've been trying to handle with for 1 month, but I still have a lot of work to complete. Your videos are awesome, thanks a lot

[@grecialc3235]

In my opinion, the hardest section is listening BUT I have done some exercises and I get better scores when I do not take notes. Is crazy.

[@myr3599]

@@grecialc3235 without notes?😳😳😳 such a crazy thing

[@TSTPrep]

Thanks for commenting. If you ever want some additional help, you can check out our site: www.tstprep.com :)

[@nigarabdullayeva7902]

It is truly like that, I have a copybook in which I took notes whenever I practiced listenings. And I can say that I got perfect scores when I barely took notes!

[@Naturelover-bu6fz]

Exactly, never read the passage first or you run out of time. These videos help me to pass twice, each time with a better grade!

[@TSTPrep]

Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@PringleandCheese]

I had to do my TOEFL with just one week of preparation (short notice, long story). Watched your videos, got 111. Thank you so much. This channel has really helpful videos!

[@MICHELBLESSING]

I can write you

[@flywithbees]

Can I aak u some questions about the test? Whats ur relation with English, like its ur 2nd language? What abt speaking?. I am asking this bv I have to do the test too, and I am afraid of Speaking bc I get nervous !

[@PringleandCheese]

@@MICHELBLESSING Sure!

[@MICHELBLESSING]

@@PringleandCheese yes

[@PringleandCheese]

@Flywithbees English isn't my native language. However, I did study in an English-medium school. However, my grammar isn't that great. It's not too bad, not too great. My spoken English is just alright too. Nothing extraordinary. I was pretty comfortable with the listening and reading sections. But the writing and speaking ones are what scared me. I don't speak in English every day, only once in a while. I am certainly not used to writing essays. With very little preparation time, that too! But the actual exam wasn't that bad. For writing, I would suggest you practice a lot. Time yourself, decide on a random topic, and just write. There's even sample topics and essays online. You could use that. As for speaking, just do mock tests. Speak in front of someone, or record yourself. There are speaking samples online as well. This channel has really good tips on how to tackle the exam, so do watch their videos.

[@mtw4999]

I LOVE that you’re going straight to the point. So rare these days! 😆 awesome content, thanks!

[@TSTPrep]

Thank you for your support :) Much appreciated.

[@flowerofash4439]

at the end of the day, your main goal is to get your final score as high as you can, so for the best preparation you should not focus only on having a better mastery of the english language but also try to be in your best shape mentally and physically on the test day. read faster and more accurate, listen better, type faster, speak more fluently.

[@TSTPrep]

Thank you for your thoughful comment.

[@fallboi]

Here is the best tip for you, if you are going to take a TOEFL test for the first time - be prepared that your are going to have 4 reading passages. During my preparation I always completed 3 passages one by one and usually got all of the answers correct in time, but on the test day it was challenging because of the extra passage. It’s very common in my experience! So be aware of it and don’t think that you’ll be the lucky one)) Also a big shout out to Josh and this channel, it helped me to score 100 in two weeks! Good luck to everybody!

[@nostologia4985]

Hey can you help me .m the beginner and my first time to attend this test . Please help me if you can :)

[@TSTPrep]

@fallboi, thank you for your thoughtful comment. Indeed, you pretty much have a 50/50 shot of getting an extended reading. If you don't get an extended reading, then the listening section will be extended.

[@TSTPrep]

@@nostologia4985 Thanks for commenting. If you want some additional help, you can check out our site: www.tstprep.com :)

[@armankussainov1968]

Man loves to do his job the right way and to help other people! 👌

[@TSTPrep]

Hey! Thanks for taking the time to leave such a nice comment. Much appreciated :)

[@michealduodu9136]

Thanks TSTprep. My results came out on 4th March and as follows R=16 L=20 S=22 W=19 I just fell a mark behind for my reading aspect but I had 77 in total whiles the school has a minimum of 66 points. I really appreciate that what I learnt from this place helped me to do better. Thanks guys!!!

[@TSTPrep]

Happy to hear you have earned the score you needed!

[@NeerajSharma-yj1xi]

Thank you for the service you are doing for each . Good morning!

[@hamidshayan3619]

Thanks for making this video, We will be happy, if you make some more videos about TOEFL reading sections.

[@TSTPrep]

Thanks for commenting. You can find more videos here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJfNn6WuoNB3fLs

[@enestahirovic3356]

Hey guys, a bit of bragging from me too. I scored 106 total, with 26 in reading, 25 in listening, 27 in speaking and 28 in writing 😉

[@TSTPrep]

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[@zaricmilica]

what was the hardest and what was the easiest part?

[@Zhaosijie]

sometimes, you're over-pressured, and this makes you too nervous so that you forget things. Well here is a tip, drink water while you are on the road and go to bathroom before you enter the exam. If there is the washing table in the lavatory, do remember to wash it and wash the face as well.

[@EsperanzaLalala]

I have my toefl test this Saturday and I always tell myself that I will score 114/120! I can do it!!!! ❤

[@TSTPrep]

Good luck!

[@TimurArazmedov]

What was your score?

[@andyrosas5700]

I took my toefl today and got prelim results: L30 R28 thanks to your advice, I hope I do as well in the other two sections, still I’m feeling pretty damn happy 🎉 Thanks a lot

[@TSTPrep]

That’s great news about your reading and listening scores! Thank you so much for your kind words. It would be a HUGE help if you could leave a review on Trust Pilot - es.trustpilot.com.

[@andyrosas5700]

@@TSTPrep absolutely I will, I just got my other results S30 and W27. 115 total I am overjoyed ❤️ all thanks to you

[@thats_guip]

Thank you very much for the tips!

[@saidfarid6382]

Hello dear professor Thank you so much for your help and advice, your advice is really priceless and your help is really excellent,i do appreciate your job.I wish you peace and happiness under the sky of prosperity. Take care and have a good time. All the best. Your Student from Algeria.

[@TSTPrep]

Thanks for leaving such a sweet comment! You might like some of the material on our site as well, tstprep.com/

[@trade_ideas]

Thank you josh!! could you please share your advise on writing section

[@TSTPrep]

Sure! Follow this link for videos on the Writing section - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqDGcnSLbbCdaK8

[@eirqyu]

im taking my toefl junior test on the 18th to enter international class, wish me luck!

[@sivasubramani9986]

Hello Tst prep Toefl youtube channel, I wrote my TOEFL exam 20 days before and I got 98/120. I had used this channel for getting important tips regarding every sections of the exam and I have to tell that it helped me a lot. Thanks for uploading such videos for everyone.

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[@yaseminadzhavadova]

I didn't know these and score 78 :( I just needed 80. I wish I met you earlier. But I will take the test in 2 weeks and I will use all your vids. Thank you so much

[@TSTPrep]

Sorry and good luck on your next test! If you ever want some additional help, you can check out our site: www.tstprep.com :)

[@masepresep9527]

The reading part has been the most difficult.

[@xdgamingshorts.]

13 sep 2023 Today i just wrote my Toefl exam and i got in R-29/30 And L-24/30, hoping for results on 19th September 2023

[@afifabdullah7174]

Is reading section still the same as in this video? Can you still view the passages while answering. Or the passages disappears and you have to answer the questions from your working memory?

[@EsperanzaLalala]

Do you get the results for reading and listening the same day?

[@xdgamingshorts.]

@@EsperanzaLalala we will get that result at the of the test

[@Texantruckerlife24]

Your work is amaizing..

[@TSTPrep]

Thank you for your support. Much appreciated!

[@micphoenix8200]

The tips, no doubt motivated by good intentions, subvert the purpose of the test. Instead of 'needing' a specific strategy in order to pass...how about put in the effort and study so that you pass the test easily...without requiring tips... Or better yet, become educated in your own country of birth and don't migrate to first world western nations. Help contribute towards improving your own society for the benefit of its current and future generations.

[@TSTPrep]

Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@themathanoshtomicrobiologist]

I think this tip doesn’t bode well for time saving It is particularly trueb for the last summary question where we have to have a comprehensive idea about the whole passage, not reading the passage first might just cost in my opinion

[@TSTPrep]

Hi there and thank you for taking the time to comment. In my opinion, you will read naturally as you answer the questions so you should have read all of the passage by the time you get to the summary question. Still, I encourage you to experiment and see which approach you feel most comfortable with.

[@user-kd3ef1sg8k]

I am also taking Toefl exam tomorrow. Please, wish me good luck❤

[@TSTPrep]

How did it go?

[@user-kl4wr3ve8s]

I am reading this book not for toefl exam.I am reading because I have a competitive exam in which I have to be good in English. I hope I will be good in English .

[@camilorobles736]

Josh I got 19 in my reading section, but i got 2 readings. The first one was a bit heavy, the questions were about the general idea of the reading, not by paragraphs. In the second reading I got the question by paragraphs. But I dint see any video of you explaining this reading and these overall-reading questions. Thank u

[@TSTPrep]

Hi, thanks very much for your question. I am not quite sure what you are referring to. There should not be a substantial difference between the two passages. Is it possible for you to email us more specific details at [e-mail], so we can better answer your question? Thank you. :)

[@aazimas2684]

Now start tofel preparation

[@kaimissouri]

i have the problem of forgetting the information. i always read difficult books, and my English is undoubtedly very good when it comes to the questions related to the reading section of the toefl test, somehow i screw up everything. it's probably stress too i'm not very sure.

[@TSTPrep]

I completely understand. :) The test can be stressful for sure, but the reading is on the screen when you answer, so if you forget an answer, you can always go back and check. Or are you talking about the reading parts of the speaking and listening sections?

[@user-yb4yq3qe2x]

Thank you 🙏

[@chenxzn]

Thank you le vieux 🙏🏾

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I just purchased your TOEFL Emergency basic course. I received the credentials and everything, but the purchased course is not getting reflected in my account. I have also mailed you regarding the same with a screenshot of the issue attached to it. Please check this and resolve as soon as possible. I am waiting to start my prepration and don't have much time left. Looking forward to a quick resolution of this issue.

[@beataylorsdeeppinkecstasy9013]

Ummm...I'm an English teacher and I sometimes have students who need help studying for the TOEFL. These are all great suggestions, but I found No. 2 to be rather muddled and therefor difficult to understand.

[@TSTPrep]

Hi, thank you for your feedback. Can you please let us know what part of number two was unclear so we can explain it in a better way?

[@rahulled]

Overconfidence had me for good like seriously. Today was my exam and I got 15 in reading and 15 in listening 🙂 Jan intake gone now

[@TSTPrep]

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[@luminalscutiie651]

Im taking the toefl in a few minutes wish me good luck❤

[@TSTPrep]

How did it go?

[@KS-sb9gm]

So good

[@parifaris9531]

Tomorrow is my test please pray for me 🥲

[@TSTPrep]

I hope it went well.

[@user-te5cq2zq3h]

My toefl test is due in 2 weeks and I´m kinda nervous. I´ve been practicing but my reading scores are from 25 to 18, then 24, then 21. Need a 95/120. :(

[@TSTPrep]

Hi there and thank you for the comment. First of all, I am sorry to hear about the difference in scores, I am sure it is frustrating. The first step is to understand why you got the questions correct or incorrect, which is why all of our tests include an answer key. If you still don't understand the issue, you might want to ask a teacher - tstprep.com/store/toefl-trial-lesson/.

[@Zhaosijie]

You telling the truth, TOEFL passage is better to read the question and then read the passage.

[@TSTPrep]

Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@Zhaosijie]

@ TSTPrep, You are welcome.

[@akshayc6163]

Dear TST prep TOEFL, I cannot thank you enough, In January 2023, I decided to take the TOEFL. I watched a lot of your videos, prepared for 3-4 days and scored 110/120. A lot of the credit goes to you! Thank you!

[@TSTPrep]

Thank you! Always good to hear when someone can put this test behind them.

[@yanghu-zt7wm]

i will take the exam soon,it's so difficult for non-english speakers😢

[@TSTPrep]

Thank you for commenting. If you ever want some additional help, you can check out our site: www.tstprep.com :)

[@vallapureddyvenneladevi9817]

I have less than 10 days toefl give me some tips how should i practice in all areas.

[@vallapureddyvenneladevi9817]

Give Mee reply sir

[@vallapureddyvenneladevi9817]

To improve my score

[@TSTPrep]

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[@vallapureddyvenneladevi9817]

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[@levsiii]

Ur the best

[@AniAntiAmanuel]

Could you help me to improve my English to take TOEFL exam after 3 month

[@TSTPrep]

Hi there and thank you for your question. Much depends on your current ability level, specific weaknesses, your goal score, etc. You might want to try a trial lesson with one of our tutors for more personalized feedback and guidance. - tstprep.com/toefl-store/toefl-trial-lesson/

[@showbikshowmma3520]

Brother, i want to get prepared for toefl ibt test. from where to start. Should i follow their official practice tests or what?

[@TSTPrep]

Hi there and yes, we always recommend ETS' resources since they are the ones who create the test. If you ever want some additional help, you can check out our site: www.tstprep.com :)

[@mumtaheenareza6484]

I am continuously making mistake in the "insert text" question . Can somebody please explain me the technique?

[@TSTPrep]

With these types of questions, the best approach is to look for a reference phrase in the sentence. Then try to find the same reference phrase in the paragraph. It will usually appear in the sentence before the correct answer. If you are still struggling, you might want to try a trial lesson and they can give you some pointers - tstprep.com/store/toefl-trial-lesson/

[@JamalRobot]

Your awsome

[@leonnsash]

I don't even have time for emergency course, I have the toefl in 2 days😭

[@flywithbees]

Wish u luck!!, me too and i am stressed abt Speaking !

[@leonnsash]

@@flywithbees Good luck!!

[@it.josegq]

you guys i think i will do well in every section except for the reading one and Josh just uploaded this video. i think is a kind of good signal HAHA i wish you good luck

[@sandrahslyvia7201]

Good luck 👍 😊

[@user-jw4sm5nx4w]

I have in 6 days and I am not ready Minus 200$

[@g1g1.]

what should i do, if i know every single word in the passage, however, i cannot understand the passage at all

[@TSTPrep]

In general, when students are at a lower level of proficiency, I find that TOEFL practice is not the best. Students at lower levels of proficiency should work on the basics of English first. I would suggest investing time in a site like LingQ where you can do some extensive reading that is not connected to the TOEFL, that way you can build your skills and vocabulary with text that is a little bit easier before moving ahead with the TOEFL.

[@druvipatel883]

Hello josh 🎉 Please help me 🥺 I try a lot to improve my reading score Still I have to much difficulty in reading What can I do I feel to much demotivate like i am not able to do I can't make good score in reading Please help me

[@TSTPrep]

Hi there and thank you for commenting. There are three great sites that you can use for free to find academic passages similar to the ones in the TOEFL Reading and TOEFL Listening sections: National Geographic, TED, and Scientific American. Check out this video for more tips -kzbin.info/www/bejne/paSqgmmXrd58bas Working with a teacher can save time and stress. You may consider enrolling in private lessons or at least try a 30-minute trial lesson for more personalized assessment and guidance. Here is a link to a 30-minute trial lesson if you are interested. - tstprep.com/store/toefl-trial-lesson

[@attaherimalak4351]

Im taking the toefl in 3 weeks wish me good luck!! still struggling with reading =/

[@TSTPrep]

Thanks for commenting and good luck on your test! If you want some additional help, you can check out our site: www.tstprep.com :)

[@user-nh7qn1yg3j]

How did you get?

[@jhji1858]

Taking a test soon…how do I improve it?😮 I’m still getting a similar score in mock tests.

[@TSTPrep]

Every student is unique, so it is hard for me to give advice to you in particular, but you might want to meet with one of our tutors for more specific advice and guidance - tstprep.com/toefl-store/toefl-trial-lesson

[@jhji1858]

Thank u so much!❤🎉

[@evafrantskevich747]

In emergency course do you practice speaking section?

[@TSTPrep]

Hi there and thank you for asking. The Emergency Course includes videos and practice resources for all TOEFL sections, including speaking.

[@kaoutardergaoui9204]

Guys im taking the exam after 5 days wish me luck please ❤

[@TSTPrep]

I hope it went well.

[@kaoutardergaoui9204]

@@TSTPrep it did! I'm still waiting for the score 😭 thank you so much Mr Josh

[@gabriella3831]

@@kaoutardergaoui9204 how did it gooo

[@kaoutardergaoui9204]

@@gabriella3831 not so good 🙂💔

[@gabriella3831]

how much did u get@@kaoutardergaoui9204

[@LuisMorales-wf3bd]

Duolingo is the best option, do not waste time doint TEFL test this test doesnt make sense.

[@TSTPrep]

Thank you for your feedback. Everyone has a different opinion but usually, people feel Duolingo English Test is easier. However, some institutions and licensing boards do not accept Duolingo English Test or any form of an "at-home" test, so you must check with your program to confirm its requirements.

[@NeerajSharma-yj1xi]

So we have to read question first then passage??

[@TSTPrep]

You do not have enough time to read the passage and answer the questions. I recommend going one paragraph at a time. I usually suggest students read the question and the first and second possibility and then search for the answer. However, let me emphasize that you should find a style that you are comfortable with, that is most important.

[@user-tf2no2hy7h]

how can you test toefl

[@Dhan1g]

I see Gordon Ramsay

[@TibiJoseph-qy2uq]

😢😢test day tomorrow

[@TSTPrep]

Good luck.

[@sandrahslyvia7201]

Reading hmmmm 😢😢😢😢. Please help me improve my score!

[@TSTPrep]

You can find useful tips on our site here - tstprep.com/articles/. If you still struggle, you might want to try a trial lesson with a teacher for more personalized help and guidance - tstprep.com/toefl-store/toefl-trial-lesson/

[@madanirizwana9114]

Is toefl xam changing from july?

[@TSTPrep]

Indeed, the TOEFL iBT will change in July 2023. You can read more about the changes here - www.toeflresources.com/blog/major-changes-coming-to-the-toefl-ibt-shorter-test-fewer-questions/.

[@user-lh9uf2op6s]

I had enough time to read the passage first, didn’t use paper and pencil at all and got 28 in reading😅

[@tinpardollc]

I blow my mind :P

[@tinpardollc]

Sorry, It blow my mind😁

[@fahimemaleki5080]

I did well on Reading section untill it is long 😢

[@viatrix5231]

日本の歴史😂

[@av.bilgehanarifoglu7758]

Dude I literally studied 3-day with your PDFs and I scored 100, maybe my English is ok but hanks tho for hacks

[@heisenberg2992]

what do you think the most important thing is?

[@it.josegq]

oh god, congrats. ¿how you consider your english level was before taking the test?

[@av.bilgehanarifoglu7758]

@@heisenberg2992 You don't need to respond like robot in the speaking section. Just chill and act like you're speaking with your classmate. (If you not hussle for 120) , understand the 10 different types of reading questions and how to answer them.

[@av.bilgehanarifoglu7758]

@@it.josegq I thought I could score 115 :D

[@cookotale]

Hey, where to find these pdfs?

[@muniribrahimi]

I just started practicing and I think I really need to work on my vocabulary, if anyone knows a good tips for memorizing vocabulary and a good book. please reply to my comment.

[@TSTPrep]

Here is a link to the article that you may find useful - tstprep.com/articles/toefl/the-ultimate-vocabulary-list-for-the-toefl-test/

[@bipasawagle3586]

Wish me good luckk❤️‍🩹

[@TSTPrep]

Good luck and let us know how it goes.