2020年家庭版考试托福口语独立题盘点

　　受今年疫情影响，托福官方取消了2月-5月的线下考试，对正在进行留学申请的学生造成了不小的影响。为此，托福考试主办方—美国教育考试服务中心特别推出了TOEFL iBT? Special Home Edition即托福特殊家庭版考试。下面，我们为大家总结了2020年家庭版考试托福口语独立题盘点。

　　1.If you have been offered two jobs in the same field with similar salaries, one is a large, well-established company with a good reputation, the other is with a small start-up company that has just opened. Which job would you choose and why?

2.Some people think that it is an important part of a child's education to go on a field trip (for example, museums), while other people think a child's time is better spent learning in a classroom at school. Which do you prefer and why?

3.Your university is organizing a series of guest lectures. Some people think that speakers with controversial opinions should not be invited to speak at the university. Others believe that the university should feature a variety of speakers, regardless of their opinions. Which point of view do you agree with and why?

　　4.Nowadays, in order to successful, a company should involve modern media.

　　5.Do you agree or disagree with the following policy: Students should be allowed to video recording the professor’s lectures in class.

　　6.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? To truly know about a county, it is necessary to learn a major language of this country.

　　7.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is important to help people who have moved into your neighborhood to feel welcome and part of the community.

　　8.Some people like to read certain books more than once. Others prefer to always read something they have never read before. Which do you usually prefer?

9.Some recent university graduates choose to spend a period of time doing volunteer work of community service before they start their careers. Others think it is better to start working as soon as possible after graduation. Which view do you agree with?

10.Some people think that teachers should encourage competition in the classroom among students, such as by giving prizes and awards to top achievers, because it helps students perform better. Others think that encouraging competition in the classroom has a negative effect on student performance. Which view do you agree with?

　　11.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Good luck is as important as hard work in the process of achieving success in one’s career.

　　12.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is better for students to live with a roommate who is studying the same subject.

13.Your university currently requires all students to take one humanities course in a subject such as literature or philosophy in order to graduate. However, some students majoring in subjects such as math and science think that these humanities courses are not relevant to their field of study and they should therefore not be required to take them. Do you agree with these students? Explain why or why not.

　　14.Do you think the government should legislate laws to fine people who use cell phones when crossing roads and intersections?

　　15.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Older doctors are more knowledgeable than younger doctors.

　　16.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should be encouraged to watch or listen to the news from an early age.

17.Some students like having a teacher who supervises them closely and frequently checks their work.  Others prefer having a teacher who lets them work on their own and only occasionally checks their work. Which do you prefer? Explain why.　18.Imagine that you need to find housing next semester and have found two possible apartments. The first apartment is within walking distance to campus, but the rent is a little expensive. The second apartment is farther away from campus, but the rent is more affordable. Which apartment do you think is better? Explain why.

19.Some people believe that doing homework is not helpful for younger children and that it should be given only to older students. Others believe that homework should be assigned to children of all ages. Which point of view do you agree with? Use details and examples to explain your opinion.

20.Some people believe that a country's government should give money to support arts institutions like museums or theaters. Others feel that it should not be the role of governments to do this. Which opinion do you agree with? Explain why?

　　21.Some people prefer to spend their extra money on objects such as clothes or electronics. Other people prefer to spend it on experiences, like vacations or concerts. Which do you prefer and why?

　　22.Some companies have recently started to give their employees more extra time to socialize, or do non-work activities during the workday. The theory is that this will increase productivity. Do you agree or disagree?

　　23.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Good teachers admit when they have made a mistake or do not know something.

　　24.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should be required to help with household tasks as soon as they are old enough.

　　25.Some college students take classes during the summer. Others take the summer off from school so that they can rest or work at a job. Which do you think is better for students? Explain why.

　　26.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People's social skills have declined as their use of technology has increased.

27.Imagine that you have been offered two new jobs in the same field. One of the jobs requires you to work regular hours at the company's office. For the other job, you would work from home and have more flexible hours. Which of the jobs would you prefer?

28.When moving to a new country, some people think that they should adapt to the cultural habits and traditions of the new country. Other people prefer to keep their original habits and traditions. Which point of view do you agree with and why?

　　29.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is important for all young people to learn domestic skills such as cooking, sewing, and caring for children.

　　30.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People should spend time reading the news every day in order to know what is happening in other countries around the world.

　　31.Some people enjoy participating in performances such as theatrical plays or musical concerts. Others prefer to be the audience watching the performance. Which do you prefer and why?

32.Some people prefer to shop regularly at a store that is close and convenient to them even though it might be expensive. Others prefer to shop regularly at a store with the lowest prices, even if it is far away. Which do you prefer and why?

　　33.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Because of the increasing popularity of entertainment technology, fewer people are taking the time to read books for pleasure.

34.Some people prefer to work in a company where they have the independence to complete tasks and work out solutions to problems on their own. Others prefer to work in an environment where they are told exactly what they need to do. Which work situation would you prefer and why?

35.Some people think that because of changes in technology, such as the Internet and electronic books, libraries will no longer be needed in the future. Others think that libraries will always be necessary. Which do you agree with and why?

　　36.When having group discussion, some people prefer to give their opinions immediately. Others prefer to wait and listen to others’ opinions before giving their own. Which one do you think is better?

37.When watching movies and television shows with friends and family, some people prefer that everyone remain quiet until the end. Other people enjoy talking and sharing opinions during the movies and shows. Which do you prefer and why?

38.Some universities expect their students to select their majors right after they start their college life, while other universities allows students to make such an important decision at sometime later (in their sophomore or junior year for example). Which do you think is a better way? Explain why.

39.You have been offered two jobs. One job is in your preferred professional field, but the pay is low. The other job is outside your preferred field, but it pays more. Which job would you choose? Explain why.

　　40.Your university is planning to require all first-year students to take a class in which they would learn how to use the resources available at the university library and apply those skills in writing a long research paper. Do you think this is a good idea?

41.Nowadays, some people use extreme methods including surgery to change their appearance, usually because they are trying to look more attractive in some way. Do you think this is a good idea? Explain why you agree or disagree with people using such methods to change how they look.

42.Some college students choose a course of study that will give them specific professional training, such as teaching or engineering. Others choose a broader course of study, such as philosophy or history that will give them more general knowledge. Which do you think is better?

　　43.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Maintaining close relationships with family members is more important than maintaining close relationships with friends.

44.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Some managers supervise their employees closely and frequently check their work. Other managers let employees work on their own and only occasionally check their work. Which do you think is best?

　　45.Imagine that you live in a crowded city with only one green space-the city park. To address the issue of over crowding, the city council has proposed building a new housing complex on this last green space in the city center. Do you think this is a good idea? Explain why or why not.

46.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? In some countries, it is permissible to homeschool children, where parents or private teachers teach children a home instead of sending them to school for their education. Do you think homeschooling is a good practice?

47.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The best way to teach children how to behave is to praise their good behavior rather than to criticize their bad behavior. Use details and examples to support your opinion.

　　48.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? A boss or manager should not form close friendships with his or her employees.

49.When giving a lecture to a small class, some professors prefer to wait until the end of class to answer student questions. Other professors will stop at different points during the lecture to answer questions. Which style do you think is best for learning? Explain why.　50.Your university has received a donation to use specifically on improving the fitness and sports center on campus. Some students think the university should use the money to start offering free group fitness classes with professional instructors. Other students think the university should spend the money on purchasing new, modern gym equipment.such as electronic treadmills and bicycles. There is enough money for only one of these proposals. Which proposal do you support and why?

　　51.Some professors at your university do not allow students to record class lectures. Do you agree with this policy? Explain why.

　　52.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People from simple, ordinary backgrounds can be good government leaders.

53.Some people prefer to make plans with friends for social activities far in advance. Others prefer to be more spontaneous and make plans with friends on the same day they would like to see them. Which do you prefer and why?

54.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Many schools require students to read a certain number of books over extended school breaks. Some schools provide students with a list of books to read while others allow children to choose their own books. Which do you think is better? Explain why.

　　55.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is better to watch serious movies to make people think than watch movies designed to entertain or amuse people.　56.When visiting a museum that allows photography, some people like to take photographs of the exhibits they see. Others prefer to simply look at the exhibits and do not take photographs. Which do you prefer? Use details and examples to explain your opinion.

57.Some people like to organize and plan parties or other social events. Others prefer not to organize parties and would rather simply attend events that they have been invited to. Which do you prefer? Use details and examples to explain your opinion.　　58.A large corporation wants to hire a new leader to run the business. It is considering two highly qualified candidates who have different approaches to decision making for the job. The first person has a reputation for acting quickly and not always consulting with others before making decisions. The second person is known for sometimes delaying decisions in order to consider other people's opinions. Who do you think would make a better leader?

　　59.Because most students have their own laptops, your university is considering closing the campus computer lab, where students use university-owned computers. Do you think this is a good idea and why?

　　60.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students who are physically active and exercise regularly are more likely to succeed academically.　61.When people have several different tasks to do, some people like to begin by doing the most difficult task first. Other people prefer to start with the easier task and save the most difficult for last. Which do you prefer? Explain why.

　　62.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The first impressions and opinions one forms of a person upon meeting him or her for the first time are usually accurate and reliable.

　　63.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Employees should not be allowed to check or send personal texts and e-mails at work.

　　64.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is generally beneficial for boys and girls to attend separate schools.

　　65.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? We should not try to help our friends unless they ask for help.