Excelling in TOEFL Writing

The writing section consists of two tasks: an integrated essay (combining reading and listening) and an independent essay (your opinion). Scoring high requires clarity, organization, and strong arguments.

Integrated Writing

• Summarize information from reading and listening.
• Identify relationships between sources.
• Avoid copying verbatim; use your own words.

Independent Writing

• Present a clear thesis statement.
• Support ideas with examples and reasons.
• Organize with an introduction, body, and conclusion.

Editing and Proofreading

• Check grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Use varied sentence structures for a higher score.

Real-World Application

Essay skills help with academic assignments, reports, and even professional emails or proposals.