Improving TOEFL Vocabulary Through Reading

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What type of material should you read to build your vocabulary for the TOEFL?

Scientific journals only
Fiction novels and children's books
Non-English material
Newspapers, college textbooks, encyclopedia articles, magazines, and academic books (correct)

Why is it important to read articles on a variety of topics according to the text?

To avoid encountering new words
To develop vocabulary related to personal interests only
To get used to the words and writing style found on the TOEFL (correct)
To simplify vocabulary learning

What is the purpose of creating flash cards with new words?

To memorize words through synonyms and definitions (correct)
To have a quick reference for difficult words
To write down random words for fun
To make notes of words to ignore

Who can you take advantage of to learn the meanings of new words according to the text?

Teachers and native speakers of English (D) Signup and view all the answers

How can you review flash cards effectively according to the text?

Review them daily with a friend preparing for the TOEFL (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of vocabulary can be built by using flash cards as recommended in the text?

'Sight' vocabulary (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Building Vocabulary for the TOEFL

Read academic materials, such as college textbooks, academic journals, and news articles, to build vocabulary for the TOEFL.
Reading articles on a variety of topics is important because it exposes you to different vocabulary, verb tenses, and sentence structures.

Learning New Words

Create flashcards with new words to review and memorize their meanings.
Take advantage of native English speakers, such as tutors, friends, or family members, to learn the meanings of new words.

Effective Flashcard Review

Review flashcards regularly, trying to recall the meanings of words without looking at the answers.
Use flashcards to build a vocabulary of academic words, which can help improve your TOEFL score.

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Description

Learn how reading authentic English material like newspapers, college textbooks, and academic books can help in expanding your vocabulary for the TOEFL exam. Practice with articles that have an academic theme to get accustomed to the types of words and writing styles commonly found in the exam.