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Time is one of the biggest challenges in the TOEFL exam. The total test lasts 116 minutes across all four sections, and every second counts. Here is what you need to know for each section.
Reading – 17 Minutes Per Passage
Most students do not have time to carefully read every article word for word. Skim first, then go back to specific paragraphs only when a question requires it. Never spend more than 90 seconds on a single question make your best guess and move on.
Listening – Follow the Audio, Not Your Anxiety
You cannot pause or rewind the audio, so stay locked in from the first second. Take brief notes during the listening section to save valuable time when answering questions. Do not overthink answers after the audio ends go with what your notes say.
Speaking – Use Every Second of Prep Time
The Speaking section has four tasks with distinct preparation and speaking times, demanding quick thinking and organisation. Use timers during practice to simulate real conditions and adapt to the pressure. When the clock starts, speak immediately do not waste your opening seconds with silence.
Writing – Plan Before You Type
Spend 2 to 3 minutes planning before writing anything. This prevents wasted time mid-essay when your thoughts lose direction. Proper time management in Writing ensures you complete both tasks with enough time to plan, write, and review your answers. Always reserve two minutes at the end to proofread.
The One Habit That Ties It All Together
Practise with full-length TOEFL mock tests under timed conditions. Timed practice simulates the real exam experience and helps you gauge your speed and accuracy. Do not practise sections in isolation sit full mock tests so your body and mind get used to staying focused for nearly two hours straight.
Time management is not a talent. It is a habit. Build it in practice and it will show up on exam day.
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