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Mock Set 20 Writing

Dr. Byrnes' TOEFL Practice

Task 1: Sentence Build

06:30

Instructions: Drag the words from the blue bank into the white boxes to complete the sentences correctly.


  1. Why was the conference postponed at the last minute?

    It _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ yet .

    arrived
    not
    the
    was
    the main
    delayed
    because
    had
    speaker
  2. I heard that your manager called you.

    He _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ .

    wanted
    start
    I
    could
    when
    to know
    working
  3. Jason said you had a problem with your car.

    I'm hoping _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ .

    fix
    it
    I
    can
    you
    tell
    what
    so
    can
    me
    is wrong
  4. I spoke with the coordinator about the upcoming event.

    I am _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ .

    will
    have
    charge
    be
    whether
    they
    wondering
    decided
    who
    in
  5. Do you know anyone who can explain this complicated theory?

    I believe _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ clearly .

    can
    someone
    knows
    who
    Doctor Kim
    it
    explain
  6. I heard the director was asking about the progress.

    He _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ so far .

    had
    how
    to
    managed
    to handle
    wanted
    know
    we
    the project
  7. You mentioned you had difficulty with the assignment.

    _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ ?

    how
    you
    can
    explain
    the
    was
    format
    I
    supposed to
    citations
  8. Do you remember the restaurant we went to last weekend?

    Yes , _____ _____ _____ where _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ .

    place
    the
    that
    it's
    you
    we
    had
    dinner
    recommended
  9. Did you meet the new engineer?

    Yes , he's _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ .

    the
    who
    we
    person
    the project
    on
    discussed
    is working
    that
    we
  10. Do you know anyone who can fix this issue?

    Yes , I know _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ .

    who
    you
    has experience
    mentioned
    problem
    someone
    with
    this
    that

Task 2: Email Writing

07:00

You are working on a research project for your psychology course and need guidance from your professor, Dr. Lee. You have reviewed the assignment instructions but are still unsure about your topic and research direction. The deadline for submitting your proposal is approaching, so you would like to schedule a meeting to discuss your ideas.Write an email to Dr. Lee. In your email, do the following:

  • Explain why you are requesting a meeting.
  • Describe what you would like to discuss during the meeting.
  • Suggest a few possible times and ask about their availability.

Write as much as you can and in complete sentences.


Your Response:

Task 3: Academic Discussion

10:00

Your professor is teaching a class on social science . Write a post responding to the professor’s question.

In your response, you should do the following.

  • Express and support your opinion.
  • Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words.

An effective response will contain at least 100 words.

Dr. Gupta:

Many countries are deciding between continuing to use fossil fuels for energy or transitioning to renewable sources like wind and solar. Some argue that fossil fuels are more reliable and currently cheaper, while others say renewable energy is essential for long-term environmental sustainability. Which do you think is the better approach—relying on fossil fuels or investing in renewable energy? Why?

Paul: Investing in renewable energy is better because it reduces environmental harm and ensures long-term sustainability. Fossil fuels produce pollution and contribute to climate change. Renewable sources may cost more now, but they are safer for the planet and future generations.

Claire: Fossil fuels are still necessary because they provide consistent and affordable energy. Renewable energy technology is not yet advanced enough to meet all energy demands reliably. While it’s important to reduce environmental impact, completely abandoning fossil fuels too soon could harm economies and daily life.


Your Response:

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