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Is it really tough to speak English?

Many Filipinos are good at speaking in the English language. This is due to the reason that English has been incorporated in the medium of instruction in schools in the Philippines. Hence, it is not surprising why Filipinos can communicate in the English language. Though accustomed to using the language, Filipinos still need to take an English competency examination when they need to work or study abroad. This exam will provide evidence that they are proficient in English. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is one English proficiency examination that is widely taken by Filipinos today. 

 

The TOEFL has four language skills – reading, listening, writing and speaking. The speaking part of the test is where the candidate’s skills in creating responses to questions and situations. Most of the time, Filipinos enrol in TOEFL review centers as they provide training on how to answer TOEFL speaking exam questions effectively. Additionally, as a candidate for the said examination, you can also try doing practice tests online all by yourself. Here are some online resources you can do for free in preparing for the TOEFL speaking examination.

· English Club http://www.englishclub.com/esl-exams/ets-toefl-practice-speaking.htm

This is a good start for candidates to practice for their speaking. The exercises offered in this site will help the candidate know better the tasks as the transcript and the sample responses are provided. Candidates will get the chance to check their responses if it is right.

· Practice Speaking English Online for the TOEFL Test  http://englishteststore.net/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=11397&Itemid=170

The exercises found in this site are really helpful. Candidates have the chance to record their responses and save it. You would also hear responses from other people who have answered the same question and leave comments. This is a good way of learning how to effectively answer on some tasks for the TOEFL Speaking exam.

· TOEFL Speaking Network  http://www.toeflspeakingnetwork.com/

There is a payment when you want to join this group; however, there are exercises that are available for free where you can practice on. In addition, there are sample responses available to make candidates compare their own responses and check the similarity.

·URCH  http://www.urch.com/forums/toefl/146216-toefl-ibt-speaking-rescore-24-26-a.html

If you want to share some questions or information regarding the TOEFL test, this site is where candidates in the TOEFL post comments and recommendations on useful materials for practice in the TOEFL. It is always helpful to find people who share the same feelings with you in the TOEFL.

Gear up as you develop your speaking skills with the best coaches in town. Practice on these sites all by yourself and get more training on the speaking test in TOEFL review centers. You can also refer to this post to avoid common mistakes in the TOEFL speaking exam - common topics are here.