https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE Made with the best of intentions en-us 2021-04-07 01:10:54 UTC 2021-11-08 18:22:04 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f957.png https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1389662553 Nice, I think it is working now]]> 2021-04-07 01:45:38 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1389662553 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1394748877 Hi
Dear Thursday, 
   Finally, I’m able to create this Padlet. It took me along time to realize that the issue is because of my server. Luckily, my friend suggest that I use internet rather than WiFi, and so THAT’s the issue after all. Gladly, I’ll post and keep updates about what I learn and things should be practice here. Let’s take this to the ultimate! 

Sincerely,
Pisey ]]> 2021-04-08 07:24:54 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1394748877 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1400444371    For this week’s reading, I was certainly shocked by the fact that the target that the townspeople were looking for was the respected priest himself because of all the thrilling and mysterious, it was the person who respected God so much that no one believes he would do such a thing was the one who was behind the punishments that Hester receive. And this finding taught me that men are less responsible for the actions that they did. Although some men are pure sacrificed, those men are rare. And I also learn that anyone can be your enemy and you can not rely on someone too much or you will be dead meat. I may not find more but I hope to receive some comments about the moral of the story in the right way. Thanks!!]]> 2021-04-09 15:42:43 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1400444371 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1460093896    Last week, I studied the format of integrated writing. Before I don’t understand much about the word integrated writing, nor did I know how to write it. But it is quite easy to understand. So in the lesson, I learned that it should not exceed 250 words, but to make the writing smooth, it's best to stick with 150 words ( just carve out the necessary and needed information to a good score). In integrated writing, we use the information for the reading and listening to write them. There two types of integrated writing, but I first learn about the contrast integrated writing. We have to get the main points of both reading and listening sections to compare to each other in the main body. In the introduction, we just have to write the topic formally. And remember to use the transition smoothly and effectively. Use some examples from the reading or listening as you wish. It's not about getting biased, so it is recommended to not stand on one side. It is optional for writers to write the conclusion of the essay. We also read the reading.

From, 
Pisey.  ]]> 2021-04-26 15:30:00 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1460093896 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1482797166    For this week, we studied the formats of speaking in the TOFEL test. There are basic and alternative structures. I prefer both, but it depends on the circumstances. In the 45 seconds, it is essential to include a proper and clear introduction, but not a restating word meaning. And the main body should consist of two reasons whether they are simple or alternative format. In the simple format, we raise two reasons to support our chosen choice. In the alternative format, we raise the benefit and the impact. To get a good speaking score, it's essential to deliver your speaking fluently, clear, and coherently. It's always optional to include or not to include a conclusion in speaking. But, I need more practice. I somehow do not know many websites which offer practice test. But I would love to know if anyone would tell me. ]]> 2021-05-02 17:40:46 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1482797166 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1507978239    Last week, we were studying how to solve the paraphrase question part in the reading section. It was not bad. I can say that it’s a bit confusing at some part so that’s why I think I ought to do some more practice. ]]> 2021-05-10 06:37:11 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1507978239 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1531708581 Dearly to the one who is reading this,

   So on to this week, I have studied the TOFEL listening method. As usual, you have to answer the questions that are being asked correctly after you have listened to the lecture or the conversation. In this week’s lessons, we have to respond to the gist-content as well as gist- purpose questions. Gist content question ask for the main idea of the listening. Gist- purpose question ask for the place where it happened or where it takes place. And the answers usually appear near the beginning of the listening. So not a hard thing to say, but you need to listen carefully and pay attention to it to get the correct answers. There are some signal words to help identity it which can be tricky sometimes. After you have listened to the rest of the passage, confirm, adjust and connect the details, then eliminate, and choose the answers. So that’s all for this week’s lessons. But I hope to find more speaking and paraphrasing questions practice, so if ms find anything useful for practicing, kindly tell me as well. I would love to know all of them. 🌟💓

Sincerely, Pisey. ]]> 2021-05-17 15:17:13 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1531708581 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1548289411    Dearest day, this week I have studied and practiced integrated speaking task 2 of TOEFL. Ms let us practiced a lot. And honestly, it made me feel more confident after I have practiced speaking one or two times. It's true that if you practice doing something, you will eventually be able to do it well with confidence. My instructor told me to keep on practicing, experiencing new topics, and pushing myself for a better result. I sure will achieve the things that I want if I set my goal, push my track, learn gradually, and especially practice is the best method to test how deep is the water level of the ocean. ]]> 2021-05-21 16:08:46 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1548289411 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1574885693    I have learned about the structure of writing mostly. It’s between the comparison, and contrast as well. Ms also did assign some integrated writing for the class to do, and it was quite smooth. I did test out a few practice, and the results are quite acceptable. I think I have to do more practice or take practice tests just to see how my progress are. So far so good, we almost reach the day of the exam as well. 
Goal: keep up the higher record. 


]]> 2021-06-01 02:04:50 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1574885693 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1602167007
We have finished AEP6 since last week. But I just got time to write this. Last week, we also review lessons and learn some part about the writing and vocabulary. We will be continuing AEP 7 next week. Stay tuned! ]]> 2021-06-12 02:36:03 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1602167007 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1615587089    Starting in chapter 4 in reading section, I went through responding to factual question. It is about scanning and paraphrase which we have to read the highlighted part and use your logic to answer the questions being asked. Focus on that, and also try to understand the surroundings to get a better grasp. 
Tips: find some more practice online. 

ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ(•̀ᴗ•́)و㋛]]> 2021-06-19 17:00:43 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1615587089 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1624450934 Hi hi, 
So for this week, we studied the listening part which is about listening for details. I didn’t quite perform well. I guess I need more practice on this and also the reading. It’s need uses of logical thinking. But I think those multiple choices are quite hard to choose from. Can I ask for suggestions and tips? I do not find lots of TOEFL practice in the App Store. Probably I have to check out YouTube and websites. As always, I will be and am trying to get this to the best of the best. 
I’ll do better than ever. 

Sincerely, 
Pisey. ]]> 2021-06-25 00:41:43 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1624450934 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1635433558 We still going on the listening part for a day or so. Later on, I went on to the speaking task 3 which the structure is a bit distinctive from the other integrated speaking. I now though of a way to take photos of the structures and techniques for each of the skills which I was supposed to do before but did not. Anyway, I’ll be skillful and master all of them. And I saw many practice online. Glad to know that. 

💓🌟🌟🍀]]> 2021-07-03 01:38:02 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1635433558 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1644625679 Hello reader, this week I have learned about the writing task. This is pretty unique, but do not fear, there will be some structures that you can follow to help write the best essay and to ensure you got it the best. However, I didn't go on to the body yet, but I got the feeling that it will be shorter in length just because the introduction takes up about 60 to 80-word counts. For the introduction, you may want to write the general idea, then coming down to connect with the thesis statement. And for the thesis statement, there are some keywords you have to keep in mind because this is an independent writing task after all. As state the main ideas in the thesis statement. Lastly, the conclusion can't bring up new ideas, so repeat the main points by rephrasing them. That's all! ( 𝙳𝚒𝚍 𝙸 𝚐𝚎𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚌𝚕𝚞𝚜𝚒𝚘𝚗 𝚛𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝?😐 𝙸𝚏 𝚗𝚘𝚝, 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚌𝚘𝚛𝚛𝚎𝚌𝚝 𝚖𝚎 𝚒𝚗 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝚜𝚎𝚌𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗. 𝚃𝚑𝚊𝚗𝚔 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚖𝚜.!!!!) 😆]]> 2021-07-11 16:53:43 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1644625679 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1652473561
Kino and Juana returned to the village with a straight face and torn clothes. As usual it is a strange thing to see, and the townspeople did remember their story very well which last from generation to generation. By that time, the townspeople realized that the baby was dead. There were many questions they didn’t get to ask. Finally Kino threw the pearl in the ocean with Juana standing with the baby’s dead body covered by her shawl. And they both look at the sun setting. ]]> 2021-07-16 07:53:34 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1652473561 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1659340226
Good evening, I decided to finish my journal this evening, in case I forget to do this. Although I did not attend English class for 2 days due to my Khmer exams, I have a good start to know how to answer the questions in the listening section. The first listening section in Chapter 5 is about organization questions and can consist of 0 to 1 time in a TOEFL test. I have posted the tips to help answer the questions about this section. There isn't much I can think of this week since it's quite okay. And we did watch a movie about the pearl. It was black and white but with good content. ]]> 2021-07-23 12:13:31 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1659340226 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1665886516    I have studied the integrated speaking and integrated writing. About speaking task 6, it is about explaining and supporting section. I have posted the general organization of this part. And I would love to say that it was well. This particular speaking requires us to confide the problem, give the solutions which were being raised in the listening afterward, and lastly give out your point of view on which solutions are best used. And that to improve more is to be certain that you know what transition to use, be precise on what you will say to avoid grammatical errors as well as reducing saying words that aren’t necessary, and also to summarize it in a short term. About writing skill 4, it is about integrated writing. In this section, we read the reading, later on, there is a lecture that we have to listen to. Now here is our task, what we have to do is to match which parts in the listening and reading support each other, and write using the format of reading and listening contrasting each other. Beware of the grammar usages with transitions. ]]> 2021-08-01 11:45:47 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1665886516 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1672092840    This week, we finished the writing section of Unit 5. It was very plausible to take a high score if we know the structures in a very detailed way and to get the information and match the information in a way that we can write faster and efficiently. On Friday, there were listening practices that Ms had given to us to test our ability; unfortunately, I did not attend class on that day because I had to take part in my grandfather's funeral. So I will be doing it when I have the time. And if possible, I won't want to delay doing it. ]]> 2021-08-08 15:58:28 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1672092840 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1679369905 Almost reaching to last week of the term again. It’s so fast that I didn’t even notice. So there were lots of tests online. I don’t remember there is any sort of skills that we learn to develop but sure there were tests such as listening and reading. Although I was absent on Thursday and Friday due to exams, I still could do the listening (only). And I would say I'm very impressed with the results of my tests because I almost got the full score. It was probable that I got some not logical or true ones; on the other hand, I can always try to develop more by improving my concentration to listen for details. I guess that's much what it is, and surely Ms will send the links to the reading as well since ( I HOPE!!). Thank you for reading 😄🥰, and now getting ready for the exam and need to do more preparations FOR TOFEL. 

P.S: may everyone has the best life with no harm. ]]> 2021-08-15 08:57:47 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1679369905 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1687677234 End of AEP 7. Feeling better for the exams !!! Gonna nail it, but I need lots of more practices. I’ll practice on vocabularies. I guess I have to make flash cards 🎴 within.. that would be fun. And have a nice summer break. 😃😃]]> 2021-08-20 08:51:51 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1687677234 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1699759860 Week 1:

This is the first week, and we only study for two days which are on Thursday and Friday. On Thursday, we did some reading strategies, which are about answering the purpose questions. There are three types of purpose questions. The first one is related with why author included a specific highlighted phrase or sentence, typical purpose include providing example, a reason, evidence or support. And the second one is about the author’s purpose in writing the paragraph. And the last one is the relationship between two paragraphs. At this part, we can das the last sentence of the first paragraph and the opening sentence of the second paragraphs. Note connections . Answers may be specific or abstract. And Friday, we read through the grapes of wrath from chapter 1 to chapter 3. ]]> 2021-08-27 02:03:09 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1699759860 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1716342001
This week we learn about the reading section of Unit 6. And for the reading section, there were prose questions and purpose questions. Prose questions ask the reader to give the 3 main ideas and not the minor ideas in the passages. Minors’ are usually representatives of supporting details, examples, not true or not mentioned. I do not have much trouble with the prose questions, but I do have some difficulties in finding the right responses to purpose questions. Yet, I will try to find ways to differentiate them. And we also read the grapes of wrath unit 4. ]]> 2021-09-04 04:10:47 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1716342001 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1732473675 This week we went through the listening section. In the listening section, we studied about the function and attitude question. Function questions ask us to draw the conclusion made by the speaker. Usually, we have to use our critical thinking to determine the answers. And for attitude questions, we are asked about the speaker’s intention or expression towards the subject. We also went through speaking section. In this speaking section, we will have one listening which is a lecture. From the lecture, we have to summarize the meaning of concept or phenomenon in the listening. We then have to analyze the examples or studies in the listening. 

Give the definitions of the term, lead in, first study or example, second study or example. Conclusion optional. 

And we also read the grapes of wrath. ]]> 2021-09-11 11:07:34 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1732473675 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1750103554 We finished the speaking section and went through the writing section of Unit 6. This is the independent writing task which means we have to decide which sides we are on, brainstorm ideas, and then we can try to paraphrase the keywords. There are two types of essays we can write, and they are the standard format and the alternative format. The standard format structure is very basic. We just have to analyze the question, understand it, brainstorm ideas on why you support that side, write the thesis statement then paraphrase keywords. After these steps are done, we can write the essay. The introduction consists of the general statement( hook) the statement that connects the general statement to the thesis statement( background information) and the thesis statement which answers the questions with two reasons. Each body paragraph supports an idea of the thesis statement, then it has supporting details. This goes the same as for the second body paragraph. The conclusion can have three parts. The first is to paraphrase the thesis statement, second bring back the main supporting points or reasons. Lastly, the writer can give comments, etc. Alternative format structures are used when the question asks “ some people”. The introduction does not answer the question. It first starts with a general statement then giving the two sides audience who is the supporter and the opposition side. The body paragraphs can talk about the disadvantages or the advantages of each topic on each side. The conclusion is the part where we have to answer the question with reasons and give comments or points of view. We listened to the presenter of grape of wrath till chapter 8. ]]> 2021-09-18 07:28:08 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1750103554 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1768972031 I think we almost finish unit 6. This week, we didn't do any intense work, just strengthening on adding more details in the main body paragraph. If we have to add details, it is always best to add them to the body paragraph. And usually, we don't want to touch the introduction or the conclusion. By asking questions that refer to the topic that you are standing on is crucial to bring more ideas. To write a strong body paragraph, it's best to include a main point that encompasses two sub-points. Then add more details, examples, etc to elaborate your essay. We didn't study on Friday, which meant no reading week. ]]> 2021-09-26 17:23:32 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1768972031 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1785729003 There was a writing task that we finished in the writing Padlet. Now it is time for the big deal. Actually not that big, it’s just practice. We first started on the reading section. It was a good puzzle that I do not approve of yet. Frankly, it takes a broader picture to keep in mind when answering the questions. Therefore, we need to know what question types they belong to in order for us to use the strategies that are being studied. As a piece of advice from myself and to myself, I may have to practice a section a day if I do not have suitable time. On the other hand, if I have plenty of time in hand, I will surely consider making more flashcards and do more tests online. It's quite an improvement. Finally, nothing is better than keeping a positive vibe, determination, and concentration when we do does test since they require a big brain. That may not be all!! 
Ohh,..... And we also read Grape of Wraths although I finished the story during my leisure time, and it was not quite pleasant tbh. ]]> 2021-10-02 10:37:17 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1785729003 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1806415080 Sincerely this week, we did not do any tasks. We only review and rate the points of the participants who made the video of reusing the old things or as the recycle fashion stands, as well as the day in my life video. It was fun and quite motivative and all to see those people to care about such things and try new things. ]]> 2021-10-11 02:00:38 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1806415080 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1819967216 We have done the test of chapter 7 in toefl preparation text book. We did the listening section and speaking section. It was challenging. And I love challenges. By far, I guess some ways I need to improve to be on top is to understand what is needed to do( the rules) and for the listening, it's better to get a big idea rather than the details because, in towel listening, we mostly experience questions about what the listening is about, etc. And for speaking, I think I need to speak more enthusiastically and high quality clear as well with responding the right information. So far, I'm always ready for more. I just feel that these few days, I have problems with my height and body, I hope I won't be too tall because I have many high heels shoes, please excuse me, I love them all. ☺️☺️]]> 2021-10-15 15:59:11 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1819967216 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1858088868 I am writing this to comprehend for the last week as well. And nothing much to update because there weren’t any new lessons only tests. So we only do tests and now we are at unit 8 at speaking. I hope to do more of it. Thank you]]> 2021-11-01 07:07:54 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1858088868 piseyly011 https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1870338615 So, we already did everything in the TOEFL practice book. And I have to say, I can’t wait to start practicing more everyday even though I knew I should have do it sooner but let’s not regret it because it won’t bring any thing better so the best thing to start doing is to start now and say no to procrastinations!! However, I sure will miss this class badly 😭😭 especially my gratitude to Ms Mercy for always supporting her students to go for what they are studying for. And I’m really am touched to know that she never really forget me😅. Surely, we need more teachers, and beings like her. She is inspiring, and a great model for me. I really thank her so much for her effort to push me to finish my book. When teachers go hard on you, you learn how to be flexible and be in their standards that’s how I managed to finish the book and shockingly, she stills remember it.😢 Tbh, I never really encounter any teachers who really care for the youngsters about morals and life outside the classroom. I felt  safe and persuaded to study more. I’m so blessed to be in a part of her class and her students. I wish to send gifts to her💓💓 or there will be good reunions 🥰🥰 I’m writing that in my list. 



( I’m writing too much, but I gotta express my perspectives xD ) ]]> 2021-11-05 16:07:06 UTC https://padlet.com/piseyly011/TOEFLPRACTICE/wish/1870338615