Free TOEFL iBT Reading Practice Tests - New Question Format
The TOEFL iBT (Internet-Based Test) Reading Test is one of four sections of the TOEFL iBT test, which is used to evaluate a non-native English speaker's ability to use and understand English in an academic reading. The passages are from a variety of academic sources, such as textbooks, newspapers, and magazines, and cover topics like natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, and business. The purpose of the test is to assess the test-taker's ability to understand academic written English and to determine their preparedness for studying in an English-speaking academic environment.
Common TOEFL iBT reading topics
Social Science topics | Science topics | Profession oriented topics | Humanities topics |
Psychology
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Physics |
Marketing
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History
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10 common types of TOEFL iBT reading questions:
1. Factual Information question starting with phrases like "According to the paragraph" or “Paragraph".
2. Negative Factual Information question starting with "According to the paragraph, which of the following is NOT true?", and "The author mentions all of the following EXCEPT".
3. Inference question starting with phrases like "Which of the following can be inferred from paragraph about X", and "The author of the paragraph implies that X…" or "Paragraph X suggests which of the following about Y?"
4. Rhetorical purpose question starting with "Why does the author mention/include X"
5. Vocabulary question starting with "The word X in the passage is closest in meaning to…", and "The phrase X in the passage is closest in meaning to…", or "In stating X, the author means that…"
6. Introductory sentence for a brief summary of the passage, then create 6 summary sentences that express the most important ideas in the passage, in which 3 sentences are correct.
7. Sentence Simplification question starting with phrases like "Which of the sentences below best expresses the essential information in the following sentence?".
8. Insert text question: Find a position for the given sentence, where would the sentence best fit position at (A), (B), (C), (D).
9. Summary table: Select correct summary sentences for each category of the table.
10. Complete the summary by selecting the THREE answer choices that express the most important ideas in the passage.
TOEFL iBT reading tips
1. Reading texts that are similar in content and style to those you will encounter on the TOEFL iBT will help you become more familiar with academic writing.
2. Improve your vocabulary: Having a large vocabulary will help you understand the meaning of words in the texts and will make answering questions about them easier.
3. Improve your reading speed: Because the TOEFL iBT Reading Test is timed, it is critical that you can read quickly and efficiently.
4. Practice answering multiple-choice questions: Take practice tests and quizzes to familiarize yourself with the types of questions you'll face on the TOEFL iBT.
5. Take note of the following key words and details: Make a mental note of key words and details as you read.
These tests have been updated to reflect the most recent TOEFL reading section question format.