The Test of English as a Foreign Language is used to evaluate the English proficiency of individuals whose natice language is not English.Most people who take the TOEFL test are planning to study at North American universities or colleges.More than 2,400 universities and colleges in the United States and Canada,as well as in other countries where English is the language of instruction,require TOEFL score of application who are nonnatice speakers of English.Many government agencies,scholarship programs,and other institution also use TOEFL test score.

Begining to study English just before you take the TOEFL test is not likely to have much effect on your perfomance.English proficiency involves skills that ordinarily can be achieved only after a long period of study and practice.Reviewing what you have already learned,however,can be very helpful,and so can knowing what to expect when you take the test.These Practice Tests and the Sample Test,TOEFL Test Preparation Kit,and Information Bulletin are all useful preparing for the paper-based test.

Although working with the questions in this book may certainly hilp you on the TOEFL test,knowledge of these uestions will not necessarily guarantee you a high score.The best way to improve your general ability to understancd and use the English language is through a regular program of language study.

It is important to note that:

A: There are no fixed passing or falling scores for the TOEFL test.Each institution or agency that requires TOEFL scores decides what scores are acceptable for its purposes.

B: The actual length of the test will vary from one test administraton to another.Therefore,actual testing time may be from two hours to two and one-half hours.An additional hour is required to admit examinees to the testing room,to allow examinees time to enter identifying information on answer sheets,and to distribute and collect the test materials.

C: You will also be required to write a short essay at every administration.The purpose of the Test of Written English(TWE) is to provide examinees with an opportunity to demonstrate their ability to write in English.