TOEFL 2026 Writing Free Sample test (for score +80) #5
Task 1: Build a Sentence
In this section, you will be given a short conversation with missing parts. You must arrange the provided words and phrases to form a grammatically correct sentence that fits the context.
Question 1 – Blanks: 5
Scenario:
I am looking for the science hall.
Words:
know / do / you / where / it / is
Question:
Do [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]?
▶ Show AnswerDo you know where it is?
Question 2 – Blanks: 6
Scenario:
My essay needs a quick review.
Words:
to / like / would / you / read / my / paper
Question:
Would [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]?
▶ Show AnswerWould you like to read my paper?
Question 3 – Blanks: 7
Scenario:
I want to check the book status.
Words:
if / the / book / is / here / you / know
Question:
Do [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]?
▶ Show AnswerDo you know if the book is here?
Question 4 – Blanks: 6
Scenario:
That student won the first prize.
Words:
is / that / the / boy / who / won / it
Question:
Is [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]?
▶ Show AnswerIs that the boy who won it?
Question 5 – Blanks: 6
Scenario:
I don’t know the meeting time.
Words:
tell / me / can / you / when / it / starts
Question:
Can [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]?
▶ Show AnswerCan you tell me when it starts?
Question 6 – Blanks: 7
Scenario:
This laptop is very expensive.
Words:
to / buy / would / you / like / a / new / one
Question:
Would [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]?
▶ Show AnswerWould you like to buy a new one?
Question 7 – Blanks: 6
Scenario:
I forgot my umbrella today.
Words:
if / it / will / rain / do / you / know
Question:
Do [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]?
▶ Show AnswerDo you know if it will rain?
Question 8 – Blanks: 6
Scenario:
This is a very quiet study area.
Words:
is / this / the / place / where / you / study
Question:
Is [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]?
▶ Show AnswerIs that the place where you study?
Question 9 – Blanks: 6
Scenario:
I am looking for the exit.
Words:
know / do / you / how / to / get / out
Question:
Do [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]?
▶ Show AnswerDo you know how to get out?
Question 10 – Blanks: 6
Scenario:
I have some extra coffee here.
Words:
to / have / would / you / like / some / coffee
Question:
Would [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]?
▶ Show AnswerWould you like to have some coffee?
Task 2: Email Writing
In this section,
You will read the provided Information and write an email based on it.
You will have 7 minuites to finish this task
Scenario & Instructions:
As a college student residing on campus, you’re finding it difficult to concentrate on your studies and get enough restful sleep because your roommate regularly stays up late, listening to loud music and holding conversations with friends. Despite several conversations aimed at resolving this issue amicably, the late-night disturbances persist, adversely affecting your academic performance and well-being.
Write an email to Housing Manager.
– Explain that the problem originated from your roommate’s late-night activities interfering with your studies and sleep.
– Provide context by mentioning the roommate’s habit of playing loud music and inviting friends over late at night.
– Ask the Housing Manager for next steps regarding a possible room change and inquire about the timeline for resolving the issue.
Subject: Request for Room Change due to Persistent Disturbance
Dear Housing Manager,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to formally request a change of accommodation due to ongoing disturbances caused by my roommate’s late-night habits. Inadvertently, my roommate’s routine of playing loud music and interacting with friends late into the night has created considerable disruption to my sleep cycle and study routine. Despite attempts at addressing this issue directly through open dialogue, there has been no significant change in their behavior.
I seek your assistance in rectifying this matter by facilitating a room change at your earliest convenience. Could you please advise on the necessary steps and potential timeline for this transition? Your guidance in ensuring a conducive living environment will be highly appreciated.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Task 3: Academic Discussion
In this section, you will write a response to an online academic discussion.
You will have 10 minutes to read the topic and write your response.
An effective response should contain at least 100 words.
Professor
Discussion Prompt:
Today, we explore an important business topic: CEO salaries compared to average worker pay. Apart from economic productivity and company success, should CEO salaries be limited to a maximum ratio relative to the average worker’s pay? What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a policy?
Emma
I believe CEO salaries should be limited. When the pay gap between CEOs and regular employees is too large, it creates unfairness and lower company morale. If companies control this ratio, workers will feel more respected and motivated, which can increase productivity. This is practical because it encourages fairness without harming the business itself.
Liam
While I understand Emma’s concern, I disagree that limiting CEO pay is the best solution. CEOs have unique skills and responsibilities that justify high earnings. Placing a fixed salary ratio may discourage talented leaders from joining a company, reducing innovation and growth. Instead, other factors like profit sharing with employees should be explored to balance fairness.
While Emma argues that limiting CEO pay reduces unfairness, she overlooks the critical economic mechanisms that drive executive compensation. The fundamental flaw lies in ignoring the role of market competition for leadership talent, which facilitates innovation and company growth. If a strict salary cap is imposed, companies risk losing top executives to firms willing to pay more, ultimately harming shareholder value and employee job security. For instance, in the early 2000s, when several European countries considered pay ratio caps, many firms experienced executive departures and slowed expansion. This case exemplifies how regulatory constraints can backfire by undermining executive autonomy, an essential aspect of high-level business management. Therefore, while fairness is vital, the complexity of executive pay demands nuanced policies that balance motivation and equality rather than rigid limits.