Writing Practice Question
Question
A learner is comparing two similar concepts for the TOEFL iBT involving lecture organization in Writing. Which response best applies the concept? (Item 27)
Answer choices
- A. Rely on informal custom instead of the applicable rule, control, or standard.
- B. Skip verification because the previous case had the same answer.
- C. The best answer is to select the response that best supports accurate academic comprehension, integration, and clear English expression for the lecture organization scenario.
- D. Document nothing because documentation could create follow-up questions.
Correct Answer
C. The best answer is to select the response that best supports accurate academic comprehension, integration, and clear English expression for the lecture organization scenario.
Explanation
The correct answer is C because lecture organization is tested by asking candidates to select the response that best supports accurate academic comprehension, integration, and clear English expression. The distractors reflect common exam mistakes: ignoring context, using informal shortcuts, skipping verification, or applying a rule from the wrong domain.
Question details
- Difficulty: medium
- Domain: Writing
- Objective: lecture organization