TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). TOEFL is a medium to test the ability of non-native speaker of English language. This is required by almost all the universities in USA for an international student. In most parts of the world, the TOFEL is currently PBT (paper-based testing) or IBT (internet-based testing). Previously most common was CBT (computer-based testing). Computer-based testing has been removed internationally. Paper-based tests are administered on predetermined dates; internet-based tests can be taken on an appointment basis. The new version of the test, i.e. IBT TOFEL is available in Nepal. The test consists of mostly multiple-choice questions. An essay question is also required. The test contains four sections:

Listening
      This section is designed to test your understanding of English as it is spoken in America. You will listen to dialogues, conversations and speeches using headphones. Then you will answer multiple-choice questions about the material.

Speaking
      This section is designed to test the fluency and the ability of the speaker to respond to different interactive questions. This section is present in IBT.
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Structure
      This section is designed to test your ability to understand written English. It covers formal English, rather than casual, or conversational English. The questions are multiple-choice. This section is present in PBT.

To find out more about the TOEFL test, including how to register, where to take test, and how to obtain preparation materials, visit www.toefl.org.