Barron's essential words for the TOEFL : Test of English as a Foreign Language

This revised book is specifically designed for ESL students preparing to take the TOEFL. Includes new words and phrases, a section on purpose words, a list of vocabulary words with definitions, sample sentences, practice exercises for 500 need-to-know words, practice test with answer key, and more.;Title Page; Acknowledgment; Copyright; Contents; Introduction: Success on the TOEFL; Maximizing Your Vocabulary Potential-A Description of This Program; Chapter 1: Getting to Know the TOEFL; What Is the TOEFL?; About the iBT (Internet-Based TOEFL); About the ITP (Institutional TOEFL Program); The iBT; Section 1: Reading; Section 2: Listening; Section 3: Speaking; Section 4: Writing; The ITP (The Paper-Based TOEFL); Section 1: Listening; Section 2: Structure and Written Expression; Section 3: Reading Comprehension; Some Helpful Hints for Both Formats of the TOEFL. Title Page Acknowledgment Copyright Contents Introduction: Success on the TOEFL Maximizing Your Vocabulary Potential-A Description of This Program Chapter 1: Getting to Know the TOEFL What Is the TOEFL? About the iBT (Internet-Based TOEFL) About the ITP (Institutional TOEFL Program) The iBT Section 1: Reading Section 2: Listening Section 3: Speaking Section 4: Writing The ITP (The Paper-Based TOEFL) Section 1: Listening Section 2: Structure and Written Expression Section 3: Reading Comprehension Some Helpful Hints for Both Formats of the TOEFL. Chapter 2: Understanding the TOEFL Reading SectionSample Questions Strategy for the iBT and ITP TOEFL Chapter 3: Improving Your TOEFL Vocabulary The Importance of Reading ... A Lot! Make Word Lists Learn Words from Old TOEFLs Learn the Words in This Book Learn to Use a Thesaurus Chapter 4: Building Your TOEFL Vocabulary Developing Word Attack Skills Important Vocabulary Building Tools Chapter 5: The Essential TOEFL Vocabulary Studying the Word Entries Answering Phrasal Questions Lesson 1 Lesson 2 Lesson 3 Lesson 4 Lesson 5 Lesson 6 Lesson 7 Lesson 8 Lesson 9 Lesson 10. Lesson 11Lesson 12 Lesson 13 Lesson 14 Lesson 15 Lesson 16 Lesson 17 Lesson 18 Lesson 19 Lesson 20 Lesson 21 Lesson 22 Lesson 23 Lesson 24 Lesson 25 Lesson 26 Lesson 27 Lesson 28 Lesson 29 Lesson 30 Chapter 6: The iBT Practice Test General Directions iBT Reading Section Scoring Your iBT Practice Test iBT and ITP Reading Section Score Conversion Tables Answers to Exercises. This revised book is specifically designed for ESL students preparing to take the TOEFL and features updated vocabulary that is seen most often on the exam. It includes: Phrases and “purpose” words (for example, define, discuss, claim, etc.) that are used in the speaking and writing sections of the test New words and phrases, since you are often asked to explain the meaning of a phrase Lists of vocabulary words with definitions, sample sentences, and practice exercises for 500 need-to-know words Detailed advice to help students expand their English language vocabulary, and more Students can test their mastery of TOEFL vocabulary by taking the included practice test with answer key, which is designed to help students evaluate their progress, and increase confidence in their vocabulary skills. "Includes the TOEFL's 500 most frequently encountered words to help you expand your English vocabulary. Features a sample practice reading test with answer key to help you assess your mastery of TOEFL vocabulary. Provides advice on getting the most out of your dictionary and thesaurus. Contains practical strategies to help you learn and retain word meanings. Extensive vocabulary practice exercises help test your word knowledge."--Back cover.