For Test Takers: TOEFL® Paper-based Test (PBT)
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TOEFL PBT Test Content
The TOEFL Paper-based Test (PBT) has 3 sections plus a 30-minute writing test, the TWE® (Test of Written English™), which is required of everyone who takes the paper-based test.
| Section | Time Limit | No. of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Listening Comprehension | 30-40 minutes | 50 |
| Structure and Written Expression | 25 minutes | 40 |
| Reading Comprehension | 55 minutes | 50 |
| Writing (Test of Written English) | 30 minutes | 1 topic |
- Listening Comprehension measures the ability to understand English as it is spoken in North America.
- Structure and Written Expression measures the ability to recognize language that is appropriate for standard written English.
- Reading Comprehension measures the ability to understand non-technical reading material.
See Sample Questions.
