What is the TOEFL Exam Pattern and how are the marks distributed in the TOEFL exam

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The TOEFL iBT exam pattern is designed to assess English proficiency for academic purposes. The exam is divided into four sections: Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing.

1. Reading: This section contains 2 reading passages with 10 questions each. Test takers are required to read and answer questions that assess their ability to understand and analyze academic texts. The section lasts 35 minutes and is scored out of 30.
   
2. Listening: Includes 3 lectures and 2 conversations. It tests the ability to understand spoken English in academic and campus-based contexts. This section lasts 36 minutes and is also scored out of 30.
   
3. Speaking: Comprises 4 tasks—1 independent and 3 integrated. Candidates express opinions and respond to questions based on reading and listening tasks. The Speaking section lasts 16 minutes and is scored out of 30.
   
4. Writing: Includes 2 tasks—1 integrated (based on reading and listening) and 1 independent essay. This section evaluates clarity, coherence, and grammar. It lasts 29 minutes and is scored out of 30.
   
   

The total score is out of 120, with each section contributing equally. The TOEFL iBT is accepted worldwide and is primarily used for university admissions, visa applications, and scholarship eligibility, check the official TOEFL website or trusted test preparation resources.