TOEFL 2026 Writing Free Sample test (for score +80) #1
Build a Sentence · Email · Academic Discussion — full mock test with model answers.
Video explanation
Watch the explanation video before attempting the test.
Part A: Build a Sentence
Answer all 10 questions. You have 45 seconds for each question.
Question 1
I am looking for the science hall.
Do?
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Do you know where it is?
Question 2
I want to check the book status.
Do?
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Do you know if the book is here?
Question 3
I don't know the meeting time.
Can?
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Can you tell me when it starts?
Question 4
I forgot my umbrella today.
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Do you know if it will rain?
Question 5
I am looking for the exit.
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Do you know how to get out?
Question 6
The guest speaker will arrive soon.
Can?
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Can you tell me what time he will arrive?
Question 7
I want to check my final grade.
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Do you know if the professor has posted grades?
Question 8
The old dorm is under construction.
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Do you know when the new building will be finished?
Question 9
The medical report must be submitted.
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Is it essential that every student submit the report by Friday?
Question 10
The library has been closed all week.
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Do you know how long the library has been closed for?
Part B: Write an Email
Read the information and write an email in response. You have 7 minutes.
Email Writing Task
To: Housing Manager
Subject: Urgent Attention Required: Malfunctioning Heater in Dormitory Room
As winter grips the campus, Jane Doe finds herself shivering in her dorm room due to a malfunctioning heater. The chill inside the room is intolerable, making it difficult for her to concentrate on studies or even sleep at night. Despite layering blankets and wearing warm clothing, the cold has become unbearable. Jane decides to take action by reporting the issue to the Housing Manager for a prompt resolution.
Write an email to Housing Manager.
- Explain that the heater has malfunctioned and has been making strange noises before completely shutting down.
- Describe the current winter conditions, emphasizing that the room is extremely cold and affecting daily activities.
- Request the next steps and estimate the timeline for the heater repair or replacement.
Perfect Score Answer30/30
SubjectUrgent Attention Required: Malfunctioning Heater in Dormitory Room
Dear Housing Manager,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a pressing issue regarding the heater in my dorm room that has, unfortunately, ceased functioning. Initially, it emitted peculiar sounds before shutting down completely.
Given the current severe winter conditions, the temperature in my room has dropped significantly, making it exceedingly uncomfortable and adversely affecting my wellbeing and academic performance. I have resorted to additional layers of clothing and blankets, but this makeshift solution is proving insufficient.
May I kindly request your prompt action to rectify this situation? I would be very grateful if you could inform me of the steps to be taken and an estimated timeframe for the repair or replacement of the heater.
Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I look forward to your swift response.
Warm regards,
Jane Doe
Score30 / 30
Logic
The response demonstrates sophisticated vocabulary, a clear understanding of the problem, and a proactive approach to seeking resolution. It addresses all prompt requirements comprehensively.
Golden Vocabulary
MalfunctioningSevereAdverselyRectifyEstimated timeframe
High Score Answer25/30
SubjectRequest for Heater Repair
Dear Housing Manager,
My name is Jane Doe, and I am a resident in Dorm B, Room 205. I am writing to inform you that the heater in my room has stopped working entirely after producing strange noises for a few days.
With the ongoing winter season, the room’s temperature has become extremely uncomfortable, and it is impacting my ability to study and sleep properly.
Could you please let me know the procedures you plan to undertake to resolve this issue and how soon the repairs will be made?
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Best regards,
Jane Doe
Score25 / 30
Logic
The email is clear and polite, effectively addressing the issue while requesting a resolution. However, it lacks some of the advanced vocabulary and detailed context present in full-score responses.
Golden Vocabulary
ProcedureImpactingAttention
Part C: Academic Discussion
Write a response to the academic discussion. You have 10 minutes.
Academic Discussion Topic
Your professor is teaching a class in Education. During the lecture, the professor asks the following question.
Professor
“Today, we are discussing the effectiveness of homeschooling compared to public schooling. Assuming that technology is widely available and students can access digital learning resources easily at home, is homeschooling more effective than public schooling in the modern digital age?”
Anna
I believe homeschooling is more effective because it allows for a customized learning pace suited to each child. For example, students can spend more time on difficult subjects without feeling pressured by a fixed school schedule. This flexibility helps improve understanding and results.
Ben
I disagree. While homeschooling offers flexibility, public schools provide important social interaction and teamwork skills that are hard to replicate at home. Besides, public schooling often has certified teachers and structured curricula that ensure all students learn essential subjects properly.
Perfect Score Answer30/30
While Anna argues that homeschooling’s flexibility is an advantage, she fails to consider the critical role of social development in education, which public schools facilitate effectively. The fundamental mechanism of learning extends beyond individualized pacing; it includes acquiring interpersonal skills that prepare students for societal participation.
Score30 / 30
Logic
This response targets the logical flaw in the opposing view, focusing on social development as an essential education component often missed by homeschooling advocates. It supports the argument with a well-known real-world example (Finland’s education system), making it highly persuasive and showing deep understanding.
Golden Vocabulary
interpersonalautonomyparadigm shift
High Score Answer25/30
I think Anna is right that homeschooling lets students learn at their own speed, which is helpful for understanding lessons better. For example, a student can spend more time on math if it is difficult without worrying about keeping up with a class.
Score25 / 30
Logic
This essay presents clear logic and good grammar but lacks deep critical analysis and specific examples. The examples are hypothetical and general, not real-world evidence like in the higher score essay.
Golden Vocabulary
interpersonalschedule