TOEFL Writing Practice Test 1 (2026 Format)
TOEFL iBT Writing in the January 2026 format: 10 Build a Sentence items (scored), Write an Email and Write for an Academic Discussion, with model answers.
How this practice matches real TOEFL iBT use
Build a Sentence is scored automatically. The email and discussion have a word count, model answers and a self-check list.
How to use this practice set
1. Attempt seriously
Use realistic timing, avoid random guessing, and finish the set as one focused session.
2. Review by skill gap
Separate vocabulary gaps, concentration errors, weak task strategy, and careless mistakes instead of looking only at score.
3. Repeat with purpose
After review, move to the next related TOEFL iBT section or repeat weak-question types until your accuracy becomes stable.
Writing (2026 format)
Before you start
- Questions
- 12
- Time
- 23 minutes
- Parts
- 3
- The timer starts when you press Start. When it reaches zero, your answers are submitted automatically.
- Use the numbered navigator to move between questions, and flag any you want to come back to.
- For typed answers, keep within the word limit. Answers over the limit are marked wrong, as in the real test.
- You can submit early. Your score, the correct answers and explanations appear straight away.
TOEFL Writing Practice Test 1 (2026 Format): all 12 questions with answers
Prefer to work through the test on paper? Answer the questions, then open “Show answer” to check.
Put the words in the correct order to make a sentence that responds to the speaker. Tap a word to add it; tap it again in your sentence to remove it.
Q1.Woman: "Have you finished the reading for tomorrow?"
Words: I / two / left / still / chapters / have
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Answer: I still have two chapters left.
A correct response is: "I still have two chapters left."
Q2.Man: "Where did you study for the exam?"
Words: library / I / at / with / Jenny / studied / the
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Answer: I studied at the library with Jenny.
A correct response is: "I studied at the library with Jenny."
Q3.Woman: "Why are you leaving early today?"
Words: appointment / have / at / I / a / four / dentist
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Answer: I have a dentist appointment at four.
A correct response is: "I have a dentist appointment at four."
Q4.Man: "Can you help me with my presentation?"
Words: to / like / would / meet / you / When
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Answer: When would you like to meet?
A correct response is: "When would you like to meet?"
Q5.Woman: "Did you enjoy the concert last night?"
Words: better / I / than / expected / was / even / It
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Answer: It was even better than I expected.
A correct response is: "It was even better than I expected."
Q6.Man: "Is the cafeteria open on Sundays?"
Words: it / noon / at / on / I / closes / think / weekends
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Answer: I think it closes at noon on weekends.
A correct response is: "I think it closes at noon on weekends."
Q7.Woman: "What did the professor say about the deadline?"
Words: She / week / said / we / submit / next / could / it
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Answer: She said we could submit it next week.
A correct response is: "She said we could submit it next week."
Q8.Man: "Do you know where the bus stop is?"
Words: the / across / from / right / bookstore / It / is
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Answer: It is right across from the bookstore.
A correct response is: "It is right across from the bookstore."
Q9.Woman: "How was your first day at the new job?"
Words: Everyone / was / very / and / helpful / friendly
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Answer: Everyone was very friendly and helpful.
A correct response is: "Everyone was very friendly and helpful."
Q10.Man: "Should we take a taxi to the station?"
Words: is / it / far / walk / not / because / Let's
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Answer: Let's walk because it is not far.
A correct response is: "Let's walk because it is not far."
You have about 7 minutes to write an email.
Q11.You recently joined a campus hiking club. The club leader, Ms Rivera, has emailed members asking for ideas for next month's trip.
Write an email to Ms Rivera. In your email:
• suggest a place for the trip
• explain why it would be a good choice
• ask a question about the arrangements
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Model answer
Dear Ms Rivera,
Thank you for asking members for ideas for next month's trip. I'd like to suggest the Pine Ridge Trail in Cedar Valley State Park.
I think it would be a great choice because it suits different fitness levels. The main trail is about eight kilometres long, but there is a shorter loop for anyone who wants an easier walk. The views from the ridge are beautiful at this time of year, and the park is only an hour away by car, so we wouldn't need to leave very early.
Could you let me know how we would travel there? If the club is planning to rent a minibus, I would be happy to help organise it.
Best regards,
Sam
You have about 10 minutes to write a response for an online class discussion.
Q12.Your professor is teaching a class on education. Write a post responding to the professor's question. In your response, express and support your opinion, and make a contribution to the discussion.
Professor Hall: This week we're discussing technology in education. Some universities now record every lecture and put it online. Do recordings help students learn, or do they make students less likely to attend and take part in class? Why?
Ana: I think recordings are really helpful. If I miss something because the professor speaks quickly, I can watch that part again. They're also great for revising before exams.
James: I'm less sure. When every lecture is recorded, many students stop coming to class. They miss the chance to ask questions and discuss ideas with others, which is an important part of learning.
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Model answer
I can see both sides, but I agree more with Ana that recording lectures helps students learn. James is right that some students might stop attending, but I don't think that's a reason to remove a useful tool. For example, in my statistics course last semester, the professor explained some formulas very quickly. Being able to replay those parts at home helped me understand them properly, and I still went to every class, because that's where the professor answered questions and gave extra examples. Universities could also encourage attendance with in-class activities or participation grades. That way, recordings support learning without replacing the classroom experience.