7月12日
托福考情预测
资深北美教师考前预测
PART-01
独立口语预测
1. Some high schools require students to pass a physical fitness exam, in which they are tested on their ability to perform certain physical activities, such as running and swimming, in order to graduate. Do you think this is a good idea? Explain why or why not. Support your opinion with specific details and examples.
2. Some college students choose a course of study that will give them specific professional training, such as teaching or engineering. Others choose a broader course of study, such as philosophy or history, which will give them more general knowledge. Which do you think is better? Explain why.
3. When having trouble with their schoolwork, some students like to form a study group to discuss with other students who have the same problems. Other students choose to get a tutor who specializes in that area to help them. Which do you prefer?
4. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students should have a one-year vacation before they attend universities.
5. It is the policy of many universities that parents of university students cannot have access to their children's grades without their children's permission. Do you agree or disagree with this policy? Explain why.
6. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Use details and examples to explain your opinion. Popular celebrities, such as musicians, actors, and athletes, are good examples for young people to follow.
7. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students should be allowed take additional classes each semester in order to earn their degrees more quickly. Use specific examples and details in your response.
8. Some people play games or sports for enjoyment. Others play only with the goal of winning. Which approach to playing games or sports do you think is better? Give reasons to support your opinion.
9. Your university is organizing a series of guest lectures. Some people think that speakers with controversial opinions should not be invited to speak at the university. Others believe that the university should feature variety of speakers, regardless of their opinions. Which point of view do you agree with? Explain why, using details and examples in your response.
10. Some people think that schools should assign projects and other work for students to complete over vacation, before the beginning of the school year. Others think that schoolwork should only be assigned during the actual academic year. Which opinion do you agree with?
11. With the development of digital books and online libraries, some people think that libraries will disappear in the future, while others believe that libraries will always be there. Which point of view do you agree with, and why?
12. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Technology distances people from each other more than it brings them together. Use specific examples and details to support your opinion.
13. Some students prefer to prepare exams in the morning while others like preparing exams at night. Which one do you think is better? Please explain why and support your answer using details and examples.
14. Some people like to read certain books more than once. Others prefer to always read something they have never read before. Which do you usually prefer? Explain why, using details and examples.
15. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents should not be friends with their children. Use examples and details to support your opinion.
16. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement ？ Children should be taught to be independent at an early age.
17. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students who are physically active and exercise regularly are more likely to succeed academically.
18. Some people prefer to borrow money when they make a large purchase. Other people wait until they have saved enough money before they make a purchase.
Which do you think is better? Use details and examples to explain your answer.
19. Do you prefer to be taught by experienced teachers or new teachers who have just finished their training?
20. Some people prefer to play traditional table/board games with their friends, whil e others prefer to play computer or phone games. Which do you think is better?
PART-02
学术讨论预测
1. Your professor is teaching a class on sociology. Write a post responding to the professor's question.
In your response, you should do the following.
Express and support your opinion.
Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words. An effective response will contain at least 100 words.
Dr. Achebe
This week, we'll be looking at what governments around the world are doing to improve transportation in large cities. Some governments are expanding roadways - adding lanes to highways, widening other heavily used routes, and even constructing new roads. Other governments are focusing on improvements to public transportation by modernizing existing train and bus systems. Which approach do you think should be the priority in large cities? Why?
Kelly
Focusing on public transportation makes the most sense. There is already so much traffic on the roads. Better-quality bus and train service would help reduce the congestion problem by motivating more people to take public transit, which would lead to fewer cars on the road.
Andrew
Unfortunately, it could take years to modernize a public transit system. If governments want to more quickly see improvements in transportation, it would be better to focus first on upgrading roadways to handle more traffic. This would make car trips more efficient because drivers would spend less time in traffic each day.
2. Your professor is teaching a class on education. Write a post responding to the professor's question.
In your response, you should do the following.
Express and support your opinion.
Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words. An effective response will contain at least 100 words.
Dr. Achebe
This week, we'll be discussing ways in which schools can help expose their students (aged 5-18) to learning experiences beyond the classroom. Let's begin by discussing one popular idea that some schools are considering - offering outdoor classes once a month. On the day of outdoor classes students will be transported to local parks or nature preserves, and teachers can help students explore nature and learn about the environment. Do you think this is a good idea? Why or why not?
Kelly
Having outdoor classes once a month seems like an exciting way of providing students with interesting hands-on experiences. However, I don't think these classes would be a worthwhile use of instructional time and school resources. These classes could put substantial pressure on the school's financial resources and on teachers, who may have to redesign their lesson plans.
Andrew
On the other hand, outdoor classes can increase students' motivation to learn about the interconnectedness of the natural world. These classes could provide great opportunities to teach students about pressing environmental issues, such as pollution, and ways to address these problems. It would deepen their understanding beyond what books alone could achieve and would be time well spent.
3. Your professor is teaching a class on sociology. Write a post responding to the professor's question.
In your response, you should do the following.
Express and support your opinion.
Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words. An effective response will contain at least 100 words.
Dr Diaz
While owning lots of consumer products is believed to increase the quality of life these products can also impose responsibilities on those who own them. For example electronic devices, appliances, and vehicles require constant attention and regular maintenance. Possessions also need to be stored and organized, taking uptime and space. For these reasons some people argue that having many possessions can actually decrease the quality of life. Do you agree or disagree? Why?
Claire
I totally agree that an excess of possessions can drag down our quality of life. just think about the time we spend organizing closets or garages. I spend hours every month sorting and storing clothes in my closet. This clutter and the time it takes to manage it can become overwhelming and detract from enjoying life.
Paul
Just the thought of having to constantly worry about my gadgets, or even my car, needing maintenance gives me anxiety. It's like adding extra homework to life. Life often requires owning many things, but personally, l hate having to take care of them all or worry about them getting damaged or lost.
4. Your professor is teaching a class on sociology. Write a post responding to the professor's question.
In your response, you should do the following.
Express and support your opinion.
Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words. An effective response will contain at least 100 words.
Doctor Achebe:
Traffic congestion during rush hours is a significant issue in urban city centers. To mitigate this problem, governments have various solutions aimed at reducing the number of vehicles on the road. One proposed solution involves charging drivers a fee or tax for driving during peak traffic hours. Do you believe this could effectively alleviate traffic congestion? Why or why not?
Andrew:
I believe imposing fees for driving during peak hours might not be the best solution to ease traffic congestion. It could adversely affect businesses and create economic disadvantages for many individuals. Such charges might burden workers who rely on their cars for commuting, especially those with fixed schedules or limited transportation options.
Claire:
I think charging drivers a fee during peak traffic hours could be a great idea to ease the traffic congestion we face every day. It might encourage more drivers to opt for biking or carpooling, which could significantly benefit the environment and ease overall traffic. For instance, in cities where similar measures have been introduced, there has been a noticeable decrease in the number of vehicles during rush hours.
5. Your professor is teaching a class on business. Write a post responding to the professor's question.
In your response, you should do the following.
Express and support your opinion.
Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words. An effective response will contain at least 100 words.
Dr. Achebe
We've been discussing business strategies and the attitudes of business people toward risk and opportunity. The scientist Albert Einstein once said that a person who never made a mistake never tried anything new. He was probably referring to physics, but l wonder how this attitude might apply to the business world. Do you think it is a good business strategy to take continual risks even though they might result in mistakes that could affect a company negatively?
Paul:
I think this strategy can easily backfire on a businessperson. I've seen companies conduct endless cycles of product enhancements in an effort to capture some other market share. But in reality, they just damage their own brand by sacrificing too much of the original content that made the product popular in the first place.
Claire:
I disagree with Paul. Most profitable businesses have used this strategy or they would have never made it to the top. If you plan to grow a business aggressively, some mistakes along the way are inevitable. Too much caution or too much emphasis on avoiding mistakes can really prevent growth.
6. Your professor is teaching a class on business. Write a post responding to the professor's question.
In your response, you should do the following.
Express and support your opinion.
Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words. An effective response will contain at least 100 words.
Dr. Diaz
Today, we will be discussing a company's hiring strategies. When hiring new employees, recruiters usually review resumes to learn about candidates. However, with social media becoming popular, some companies are trying new ways to find out more about candidates. Recruiters view what candidates post on social media, like Twitter, to see their personality and skills. This helps to see if they match with the company's culture and job requirements. Do you believe that checking a candidate's social media is a fair and effective way to evaluate if someone is right for the company? Why or why not?
Andrew
This approach is fresh and interesting, but it has its drawbacks. Some candidates are super active on social media, while others rarely share anything. So, just looking at their online profiles might not give recruiters the whole story of what they're really like.
Claire
I don't think this is a great idea. What people share on their personal social media might not be related to their professional abilities or work ethics. Things like photos they've posted or comments they've made don't really help recruiters judge if they're suitable for the company.
7. Your professor is teaching a class on business. Write a post responding to the professor's question.
In your response, you should do the following.
Express and support your opinion.
Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words. An effective response will contain at least 100 words.
Dr. Achebe
This week, we'll be exploring the dynamics of entrepreneurship, particularly focusing on whether entrepreneurs should collaborate with family members when starting a business or if it's preferable to avoid such partnerships. Many entrepreneurs face this dilemma due to the potential benefits of trust and shared vision with family, but also the risks of conflicts and business complications. What are your thoughts on this? Do you believe it's best for entrepreneurs to start a business with family members?
Claire
I don't think it's a good idea for entrepreneurs to go into business with family members. While you may have trust and share the same vision, family members tend to think too much alike. This limits new perspectives and innovation. There's also a higher risk of conflicts and messy situations arising between relatives that could hurt the business.
Andrew
Working together with family members can really strengthen the family bond and shared goals. My uncle and cousins started a restaurant, and seeing them collaborate with that level of trust and commitment is inspiring. Though conflicts may arise, if you can resolve them, it'll make the family ties even stronger in the end.
8. Your professor is teaching a class on sociology. Write a post responding to the professor's question.
In your response, you should do the following.
Express and support your opinion.
Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words. An effective response will contain at least 100 words.
Dr. Achebe
As teachers play an invaluable role in shaping young minds and preparing students for the future, there is an ongoing discussion regarding their compensation. Some argue that teachers should be paid salaries comparable to other high-earning professionals like doctors, lawyers and business executives. Do you agree or disagree that teachers deserve salaries on par with these professions? Please explain your viewpoint.
Claire
Teachers should receive salaries on par with other high-earning professionals. They work long hours preparing lessons, grading assignments, and supporting students. Without good teachers, we wouldn't have doctors, lawyers, and executives. If we want to attract the best talent to this invaluable profession, we must compensate teachers accordingly. My favorite teachers inspired me and contributed greatly to my success.
Andrew
I don't think teachers deserve the same high salaries as doctors or lawyers. Teachers get so much time off, with summer vacations and other long breaks. My aunt is a teacher and she's always posting on Facebook about trips she takes or sleeping in during vacations. With all that time off, teachers shouldn't earn salaries on par with year-round demanding professions.
PART-03
词汇预测
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