View example responses to prompts from the writing portion of the ETS TOEFL Writing Assessment.
A company has announced that it wishes to build a large factory near your community. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this new influence on your community. Do you support or oppose the factory?
Explain your position.
It has been said, 'Not everything that is learned is contained in books.' Compare and contrast knowledge gained from experience with knowledge gained from books.
In your opinion, which source is more important? Why?
People attend college or university for many different reasons (for example, new experiences, career preparation, increased knowledge). Why do you think people attend college or university?
Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
When people succeed, it is because of hard work. Luck has nothing to do with success.' Do you agree or disagree with the quotation above?
Use specific reasons and examples to
explain your position.
It has recently been announced that a large shopping center may be built in your neighborhood. Do you support or oppose this plan? Why?
Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
A person you know is planning to move to your town or city. What do you think this person would like and dislike about living in your town or city? Why?
Use specific reasons and details to develop your essay.