TOEICPictureQuestion3ExamplesThis part will analyze how well the student can describe a picture in English.

Example 1

Step 1. Make a rough guess on what the picture is about. (The main object or focus of the picture)

Step 2. Start describing from the background to the foreground, and from the left hand side to the right.

Step 3. Describe details on objects with its position in the picture.

(Combine this step with the next in case there’s not enough time.)

Useful Expressions:

- in the fore/background - in front of ~ / at the back of ~ - on the left/right hand side - on the upper/lower left/right corner

Step 4. Imagine your answer based on the information in the picture.

Useful Expressions:

- looks like ~ - appears to ~ - probably / could be / may be ~ because /due to the fact that

TOEICPictureQuestion3Examples

Example 2

Directions: In this part of the test, you will describe the picture on your screen in as much detail as you can. You will have 30 seconds to prepare your response. Then you will have 45 seconds to speak about the picture.

TOEICPictureQuestion3Examples

Example 3

Directions: In this part of the test, you will describe the picture on your screen in as much detail as you can. You will then have 30 seconds to prepare your response. Then you will have 45 seconds to speak about the picture.

Example 4

Directions: In this part of the test, you will describe the picture on your screen in as much detail as you can. You will have 30 seconds to prepare your response. Then you will have 45 seconds to speak about the picture.

TOEICPictureQuestion3Examples

Example 5

For this speaking task, you need to describe the image on your screen giving as many details as you can. It's good to start by talking about what you see in general and then providing more specific details. Emphasize key words that represent what is in the picture. Remember to speak clearly and at a steady pace. You will be given 30 seconds to prepare your reply. You will have 45 seconds to talk about the image. Your response will be evaluated for pronunciation, intonation and stress, grammar, vocabulary, and cohesion (your ability to balance short and complex sentences).

TOEICPictureQuestion3ExamplesExample 6

Directions: You will be asked to describe a picture. You need to provide as many details about the picture as you can in the time allowed. Describe the basic picture and then break down the details in a logical manner.