III. New TOEFL Speaking 

1. Take an Interview — Household Duties and Daily Responsibilities

An interviewer will ask you questions. Answer the questions and be sure to say as much as you can in the time allowed.

No time for preparation will be provided. You will have 45 seconds to answer each question.

You have agreed to take part in a research study about household duties, family responsibilities, and daily routines. You will have a short online interview with a researcher. The researcher will ask you some questions.

Interviewer: Thank you for speaking with me today. I’m conducting a study about how household responsibilities are shared in different countries. I’d like to ask you some questions. [2-second pause] To begin with, what household duties do people in your country usually have?

 
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Interviewer: Some household duties take a lot of time and energy, while others are fairly quick and simple. Which household duties do you think are easy, and why?

 
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Interviewer: Other household duties may seem tiring, unpleasant, or difficult to organise. What household duties seem difficult to you, and what makes them challenging?

 
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Interviewer: Finally, some people actually enjoy certain household duties because they find them relaxing or satisfying. What household duties do you like to do, and why?

 
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2. Take an Interview — Pollution, Water, and Environmental Responsibility

An interviewer will ask you questions. Answer the questions and be sure to say as much as you can in the time allowed.

No time for preparation will be provided. You will have 45 seconds to answer each question.

You have agreed to take part in a research study about air pollution, water pollution, and people’s responsibility for protecting the planet. You will have a short online interview with a researcher.

Interviewer: Thank you for speaking with me today. I’m conducting a study about environmental awareness. [2-second pause] To begin with, what are people usually concerned about when they talk about air and water pollution?

 
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Interviewer: Water pollution can affect people, animals, agriculture, and whole ecosystems. What consequences can water pollution have?

 
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Interviewer: Some people say that if humans want to continue living on the Earth, they need to change their habits. What should people do if they want to protect life on our planet?

 
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Interviewer: Finally, what is your personal attitude to the problem of environmental pollution?

 
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3. Take an Interview — Science, Peace, Energy, and Nature

An interviewer will ask you questions. Answer the questions and be sure to say as much as you can in the time allowed.

No time for preparation will be provided. You will have 45 seconds to answer each question.

You have agreed to take part in a research study about the role of science in modern society. You will have a short online interview with a researcher.

Interviewer: Thank you for speaking with me today. I’m conducting a study about public attitudes toward science. [2-second pause] Why do you think science is important in the modern world?

 
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Interviewer: Some people believe that science can help nations cooperate and reduce conflicts. How can science help promote peace in the world?

 
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Interviewer: Energy is one of the biggest challenges of the modern world. How can science help solve the energy problem?

 
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Interviewer: Finally, what is your attitude to the importance of science for understanding the natural world?

 
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4. Take an Interview — Sports and the Olympic Games

An interviewer will ask you questions. Answer the questions and be sure to say as much as you can in the time allowed.

No time for preparation will be provided. You will have 45 seconds to answer each question.

You have agreed to take part in a research study about sport, international competitions, and the Olympic Games. You will have a short online interview with a researcher.

Interviewer: Thank you for speaking with me today. I’m conducting a study about people’s views on the Olympic Games. [2-second pause] What kinds of sports are included in the modern Olympic Games?

 
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Interviewer: What kind of athletes can take part in the modern Olympic Games, and what qualities do they need?

 
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Interviewer: Many people believe that the Olympic Games are important not only for sport, but also for culture and international relations. Why do people think the Olympic Games are important?

 
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Interviewer: Finally, what is your personal attitude to the modern Olympic Games?

 
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