The TOEFL iBT Official Prep Book (Volume I)

Writing 3 : Sentence Variety

Answer Key

Exercise 1 a. During the final exam, you cannot use your dictionary.

b. On the train, I left my passport. (X) c . After dinner, I often do the dishes . d . In the summer, swimming and surfing are two of my favorite sports . (X) e. Opposite the post office, there’s a new bank. f . With excitement, the child jumped. (X) g . Before class, I finished checking my email . h . Inside the basket, there was a tiny kitten . (X) indicates that moving the prepositional phrase may have changed the meaning. Sample sentences for Exercise 2 a . Unfortunately, I forgot my notebook at home, so I couldn’t study for the test . b. Interestingly, I found a new way to remember vocabulary words. c. Luckily, my friend helped me understand the homework. d. Recently, I started using flashcards to study, and they really help. e . Strangely, I study better when I listen to music . Sample sentences for Exercise 3 a. To my great surprise, I passed the exam with the highest mark in the class. b. With a feeling of disappointment, I realized I had forgotten to study for the quiz. c . With unusual speed, I finished my homework and had time to review my notes . d . To my amusement, I found that studying with friends can be fun and helpful . e . In a bizarre turn of events, the power went out just as I was about to start my online class.

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