【TOEFLスピーキング例題+解答例】過去問100題で攻略!

ねこ君
中国TPOから過去問を100問くらい集めてみたんだけど…2026年からの新形式で「Independent Task」って廃止されちゃったんだよね?これってもう役に立たないのかな…。
にゃんこ先生
ねこ君、よく集めたね!実はそれ、新形式でもめちゃくちゃ役立つ最強の練習教材なんだよ!新タスクの「Take an Interview(インタビュー問題)」で意見を求められるパートは、これまでのIndependent Taskと全く同じ「45秒間で論理的に話す」力が問われるんだ。
にゃんこ先生
だから、この過去問100題を使って「自分の鉄板ネタに強引にこじつける」練習をするのが、インタビュー問題攻略の最短ルートになるよ!
にゃんこ先生
ちなみに、新形式スピーキングの全体的な戦略はこちらを先に読んでおいてね!

 

2026年の新形式スピーキングテストでは、従来の「Independent Task(独立型タスク)」という名称は廃止されました。

しかし、新タスクである「Take an Interview(インタビュー問題)」において、画面越しの面接官から問われる「あなたの意見や経験」に対して45秒間で答える思考プロセスは、旧形式と全く同じです。

限られた準備時間で言葉に詰まらず、説得力のある回答を組み立てるには、過去問を使った瞬発力のトレーニングが欠かせません。

 

本記事では、インタビュー問題の対策に最適な過去問100題と模範解答を紹介します。

ただし、この100問すべてに対して毎回ゼロから新しいアイデアを考える必要はありません。

あらかじめ用意した「自分だけの鉄板ネタ(万能エピソード)」に、この100問をどうやって強引にこじつけるかという【実践トレーニング】として活用してください。

【新形式対応】インタビュー問題(旧Independent Task)の問題形式と評価基準

問題形式

新形式の「Take an Interview(インタビュー問題)」の後半では、画面越しの面接官(録画ビデオ)から与えられる質問に対し、自分の意見を述べる形式で進行します。

  • 準備時間 : 数十秒の準備時間が与えられます。(※本記事の過去問を使ったトレーニングでは、あえて旧形式と同じ「15秒」に設定して負荷をかけるのがおすすめです)
  • 回答時間 : 45秒間で意見を述べます。
  • 出題内容 : 個人の経験や社会的なテーマについて、「あなたはどちらを好むか」「賛成か反対か」といった意見を問う質問が多く出題されます。
ねこ君
たった数秒〜15秒で回答をまとめるなんて、やっぱり無理ゲーだよ。。
にゃんこ先生
だからこそ、あらかじめ「鉄板ネタ」を用意しておくんだ!どんな例題が来ても、自分の得意な話題へ強引に持ち込めるようにここで練習しよう!

 

評価基準(AI+人間のハイブリッド採点)

新形式のスコアは、AIと人間のハイブリッド採点により、以下の4つの観点から評価されます。まずはAIにしっかり認識してもらうための「大きな声と明瞭な発音」が第一関門になります。

評価基準内容
Fluency
(流暢さ)
話すスピードや、不自然な沈黙・言い淀みの少なさが評価されます。
Intelligibility
(明瞭さ)
発音の正確性、自然なリズムや単語の強弱(ストレス)が評価されます。
Language Use
(言語使用)
語彙の多様性や文法の正確性が評価対象です。同じ言葉の繰り返しを避けると高評価に繋がります。
Organization
(構成力)
話の論理的なつながりや、STARメソッド等の構成を使って具体的に展開できているかがポイントです。
にゃんこ先生
過去問を使った練習は、形式に慣れるだけでなく、「自分の鉄板ネタがどの質問にこじつけやすいか」を見つけるのにも役立つよ!

 

例題の解答例とスクリプト

TPO1~25の模範解答を共有します。これをすべて丸暗記する必要はありません。

自分が用意した「鉄板ネタ」の語彙を増やすためのアイデア帳として活用してください。

 

にゃんこ先生
模範解答の他、TOEFLやIELTS、GMATからGRE、留学準備で使える資料集を全部一つにしたよ!これがなんと無料!下記からメルマガ登録して受け取ってね!

 

TOEFLスピーキング例題まとめ

TPO1

1-1
Talk about a book you have read that was important to you for some reason. Explain why the book was important to you. Give specific details and examples to explain your answer.

1-2
Some people believe that television has had a positive influence on society. Others believe it has had a negative influence on society. Which do you agree with and why? Use details and examples to explain your opinion.

TPO2

2-1
Choose a place you go to often that is important to you and explain why it is important. Please include specific details in your explanation.

2-2
Some college students choose to take courses in a variety of subject areas in order to get a broad education. Others choose to focus on a single subject area in order to have a deeper understanding of that area. Which approach to course selection do you think is better for students and why?

TPO3

3-1
What characteristics do you think make someone a good parent? Explain why these characteristics are important to you.

3-2
Some students prefer to work on class assignments by themselves. Others believe it is better to work in a group. Which do you prefer? Explain why.

TPO4

4-1
What do you miss most about your home when you are away? Use specific details in your explanation.

4-2
Many universities now offer academic courses over the Internet. However, some people still prefer learning in traditional classrooms. Which do you think is better? Explain why.

TPO5

5-1
Talk about a place you enjoyed going to or visiting when you were a child. Describe the place. Explain why you enjoyed it.

5-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Why or why not? Use details and examples to explain your answer.It is more important to study math or science than it is to study art or literature.

TPO6

6-1
Talk about a photograph or painting you have seen that was memorable. Explain what you liked or disliked about it.

6-2
Some people have one career throughout their lives. Other people do different kinds of work at different points in their lives. Which do you think is better? Explain why.

TPO7

7-1
If friends from another country were going to spend time in your country, what city or place would you suggest they visit? Using details and examples, explain why.

7-2
State whether you agree or disagree with the following statement. Then explain your reasons, using specific details in your explanation. Learning through online courses is more effective than learning in the traditional classroom setting.

TPO8

8-1
Talk about a time when a friend or family member helped you in the past. Describe how the person helped you. Then explain why this was important to you.

8-2
Some people enjoy taking risks and trying new things Others are not adventurous: they are cautious and prefer to avoid danger. Which behavior do you think is better? Explain why.

TPO9

9-1
Talk about an important experience that you recently had. Describe what happened and explain why it was important to you.

9-2
Some people think that family members are the most important influence on young adults. Others believe that friends are the most important influence. Which do you agree with? Explain why.

TPO10

10-1
Talk about a time when you accomplished something you did not think you could do. What do you accomplish? Why did you think you could not do it?

10-2
Talk about a time when you accomplished something you did not think you could do. What do you accomplish? Why did you think you could not do it?

TPO11

11-1
Talk about an interesting book you have read. Explain why you thought the book was interesting. Give specific details and examples to explain your answer.

11-2
Some people think that children should be allowed to watch whatever television programs they choose to. Others think that parents should exercise control over the television programs their children watch. Which do you agree with? Explain why.

TPO12

12-1
What is the most efficient type of transportation in your country? Explain why you think it is efficient. Include specific reasons or examples.

12-2
Some people believe it’s essential for a person’s education to learn to play a musical instrument. Others don’t believe music education is important. Which view do you agree with? Explain why.

TPO13

13-1
Talk about a game, sport or other group activity that is played in your country. Explain why you think the activity is enjoyable.

13-2
When looking for information for a research project, some students prefer to get their information mainly from the Internet. Others prefer to mainly use printed materials such as books and academic journals. Which do you prefer, and why?

TPO 14

14-1
People enjoy reading many different types of books such as mystery, biography, romance, etc. Of all the different types of books that there are, what type do you most enjoy? Explain why.

14-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? One of the best ways to learn is by making mistakes. Use specific examples and details to support your opinion.

TPO 15

15-1
People make friends in many different ways. What do you think is a good way to make new friends? Use specific details and examples in your response.

15-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is important to remember and learn from the past. Use details and examples to explain your opinion.

TPO 16

16-1
If you could have any job or career you wanted, which would you choose and why? Give specific details to explain your response.

16-2
Some people who unexpectedly receive a large amount of money spend it on practical things, while others spend it for pleasure only. Which do you think is better and why?

TPO 17

17-1
Talk about a special opportunity that was given to you. Explain why the opportunity was important.

17-2
State whether you agree or disagree with the following statement. Then explain your reasons. Using specific details in your explanation. Students should not be allowed to bring cell phones (mobile phones) into a classroom.

TPO 18

18-1
Imagine your life ten years in the future. Talk about one way you think your life will be different in ten years than it is now. Use details to explain your answer.

18-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is important to learn about other cultures. Use details and examples to explain your opinion.

TPO 19

19-1
Talk about a skill or ability that you consider especially important for a student to have. Use details and examples to explain your answer.TPO19-2

19-2
More and more people are buying items on the Internet and from magazines or catalogs. Other people prefer shopping in a store. Which do you prefer and why?

TPO 20

20-1
Choose a quality you think makes someone a valuable member of a team. Explain why you think it is an important quality for a team or group member to have.

20-2
Some people prefer to learn about current events from watching television news programs . Others prefer to read about current events in newspapers or on the Internet. Which do you think is better : watching the news or reading the news? Explain why.

TPO 21

21-1
Talk about an important news event that happened recently in your country .Describe the event and explain why it was important.

21-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: Your friends are the most important influence in your life. Use details and examples to explain your opinion.

TPO 22

22-1
Talk about one way your personality has changed since you were a child. Use examples and details to explain your answer.

22-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement. Children should be required to learn practical skills, such as cooking or personal finance, in addition to academic subjects.

TPO 23

23-1
There can be several advantages to spending time living in another country. Talk about one advantage and explain how living in another country provides that advantage. Use details and examples in your response.

23-2
Some people enjoy spending their free time alone in activities such as reading, thinking, or writing. Others enjoy spending their free time in shared activities with other people. Which do you prefer and why?

TPO 24

24-1
Talk about a popular gathering place in your town where people like to go. Describe the place and explain why people enjoy going there.

24-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students benefit more from classes with a large number of students than they do from smaller classes. Use specific examples and details to support your opinion.

TPO 25

25-1
Students often want to get better grades in their classes. Explain what students should do in order to improve their performance in a class.

25-2
Some people do not enjoy shopping and shop only when they have a specific purchase to make. Others like to go shopping for pleasure whether or not they have something to buy. Which do you prefer and why?

TPO 26

26-1
Think of a book that you have not read but are interested in reading. Explain why the book was important to you. Give specific details and examples to explain your answer.

26-2
Some people like to have their cell or mobile phone with them at all times. Other people prefer not to bring their cell or mobile phone with them everywhere they go, or they choose not to own one at all. Which do you prefer? Explain why.

TPO 27

27-1
Talk about a popular actor, musician, or artist whose work you do not admire. Explain why you do not like this person’s work. Use specific details and reasons in your response.

27-2
Do you agree or disagree the following statement? Parent should be in the process of helping their children to choose a university. Use specific reasons and details in your response.

TPO 28

28-1
Students have to complete various types of academic assignments in school.
Choose one of the assignments below and explain why you think it is beneficial for students.

1.Research paper
2.Class presentation
3.Group project

28-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?To protect the health of young children,advertisements for candy and junk food should not be shown on television.Use specific reasons and details in your response.

TPO 29

29-1
Which of the following jobs or careers do you think would be most rewarding?

University professor
Environmental scientist
Newspaper journalist

Choose one career and explain why you think it would be most rewarding. Use details and examples to support your answer.

29-2
Some people like to study in public places where there are other people around. Others prefer to study in places where there are few or no people around. Which kind of place do you prefer ? Explain why.

TPO 30

30-1
A friend of yours is looking for a new place to live and has asked for your advice. What do you think is the most important characteristic of a good neighborhood? Use details and examples to explain your answer

30-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents should be involved in the process of helping their children to choose a career. Use specific examples and details to support your opinion.

TPO 31

31-1
Parents need to make sure their children lead healthy lives. What can parents do to help their children have healthy lifestyles?

31-2
Some university students choose to take difficult classes even if they know they might not get a good grade in the class. Other students prefer to take easier classes in which they know they will get a good grade. Which do you prefer? Explain why.

TPO 32

32-1
Students often like to study with others in a group. What do you think are the benefits of group study? Give at least one benefit. Explain your reasons.

32-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should receive money for doing household tasks such as cleaning. Use specific examples and details to support your opinion.

TPO 33

33-1
A friend of yours wants to go to university next year but cannot decide on a major field of study. What advice would you give your friend to help make this decision?

33-2
Do you think that eating healthy food is easier or more difficult today than it was 40 or 50 years ago? Use examples and details to support your answer.

TPO 34

34-1
Your university plans to open a cafe inside the campus library. Do you think this is a good idea? Explain why or why not.

34-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? A private car should not be allowed in the city centers of large cities. Use details and examples to explain your opinion.

TPO 40

40-1
Talk about a country or culture that you would like to learn more about. What is the country or culture and why would you like to learn more about it?

40-2
Some people think that materials printed on paper, such as books and newspapers, will one day be replaced by electronic versions of those materials. Others believe that printed materials will always be popular. Which point of view do you agree with? Explain why.

TPO 41

41-1
Talk about a famous person that you admire. Explain why you respect this person.

41-2
Some people believe it is important for universities to provide funding for student entertainment, such as movies or concerts on campus. Others believe that university money should only be used for academic purposes. Which view do you agree with? Explain why.

TPO 42

42-1
Choose an accomplishment that required you to work very hard. Explain what the accomplishment was and why it was important to you.

42-2
Some people prefer living in a big city. Other people prefer living in the countryside, away from urban areas. Which do you think is better? Explain why using specific details in your explanation.

TPO 42

43-1
People set a variety of goals for themselves throughout their lives. Describe one goal you would like to achieve in the future, and explain why this goal is important to you. Include specific details in your explanation.

43-2
Some students attend college full-time, while others attend college part-time. Which do you think is better? Explain why.

TPO 44

44-1
Talk about a special job you have had in the past or would like to have in the future.

44-2
Some people believe that primary schools should no longer teach children how to write by hand, and instead, should spend time teaching them how to type on a computer. Other people believe that it is still important for schools to teach children to have good handwriting. Which point of view do you agree with? Explain why.

TPO 45

45-1
Which of the following qualities do you think is most important for a university student to be successful?

●Highly motivated

●Hard working

●Intelligent

Choose one of these qualities and explain why it is important.

45-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

●Artists and musicians are important to a society.

●Use details and examples to explain your answer.

TPO 46

46-1
Talk about one way in which you have benefited from using the Internet. Use specific examples and details in your response.

46-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

People today have healthier lifestyles than people did 100 years ago.

Use specific examples and details to support your opinion.

TPO 47

47-1
Which one of the following forms of transportation do you consider to be most enjoyable?

bicycle

automobile

train

Explain why you enjoy it.

47-2
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

In the future, people will read fewer books than they do toady.

Use specific examples and details to support your opinion.

TPO 48

48-1
Students study in a variety of ways. Explain how your study habits are different from those of other students you know.

48-2
Some people like to shop in large grocery stores and department stores. Other people prefer to shop in small specialty stores or shops. Which do you prefer? Explain why.

TPO 49

49-1
One of your friends is often late for events and appointments, which makes other angry. You would like to help your friend. What advice will you give your friend to help avoid this problem in the future? Use specific details and examples in your advice.

49-2
Some teachers think that it is important for students to sit in assigned seats, that is, to sit in the same place every day in class.Other teachers think that students should be allowed to choose where they will sit, and they allow them to sit in different seats on different days.Which do you think is better? Explain why.

TPO50

50-1

Talk about a social or political event that is celebrated in your country. Describe the event and explain how people in your country celebrate it. Use details and examples in your explanation.

50-2

Some people like having a wide variety of friends and acquaintances they can spend time with. Others like to spend most of their free time with the same small group of close friends. Which do you prefer? Explain why.

TPO51

51-1

A friend of yours is going to have an important job interview and has asked for your advice. What do you think your friend should do in order to have a successful job interview? Explain why.

51-2

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

Eighteen-year-olds are not mature enough to vote.

Use specific examples and details to support your opinion.

TPO52

52-1

What characteristics in a house or apartment do you think is the most important for making it a good place to live? Choose one quality or characteristic. Explain why you think it is important.

52-2

State whether you agree or disagree with the following statement. Then explain your reasons, using specific details in your explanation.

People are more likely to enjoy themselves at concerts or films if they go with a group of friends.

TPO53

53-1

Talk about a special gift you once gave someone. Describe the gift and explain why it was special.

53-2

When some people have a little extra money, they like to spend it right away on something they enjoy. Others prefer to save the extra money. Which do you like to do? Explain why.

TPO54

54-1

Think of one place where you have never visited but where you would really like to go. Explain what it is that interests you about this place.

54-2

Some people say that childhood is the best time in a person’s life. Other people disagree. What is your opinion? Explain why.

 

TOEFLスピーキング厳選過去問

ここで紹介している過去問は少し古い問題で、最新の出題傾向を反映しているとは言えない。

また、TOEFLスピーキングは手を変え品を変え、予測することができないぐらい色々なタイプの問題が出題されるようになった。

以下の厳選過去問も対策に活用しよう。

  • The university wants to provide students with more entertainment and three choices provided below, which do you prefer and why.
    ・A theater performance by the student actors
    ・A concert provided by a professional musician
    ・A lecture from a professor
  • Friends may disagree with each other, and still maintain the friendship. Do you agree with or disagree with this idea, why?
  • You will need to accomplish an assignment to do a presentation. Which will you choose?
    ・Act out a scene from a play (with a partner)
    ・Explain your review of a novel you recently you read
    ・Read a selection of poem
  • Some people choose to work in a small company or organization with a few workers. Others prefer to work in a large company or organization with thousands of employees. Which do you think is better?
  • Which of the following aspects do you think contributes most to country’s success?
    ・many business opportunities
    ・well rounded medical care system
    ・a developed educational system
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? With the popularity of technology that focuses on entertainment, people read fewer books than before.
  • Your friend will move to another school and worry about making new friends there. What kind of advice will you give him to help him make new friends in the new school? Why?
  • Many people prefer to read books in electronic format on a computer screen or other devices. Some other people prefer to read books on paper printed copies. Which way do you prefer? Why?
  • The student is asked to write a final project about the famous historical city which you’re located in. Which do you choose?
    ・video the famous building
    ・visit the old people
    ・Research and write a paper
  • Recall an argument that you have ever had with others and describe the details of the conflict.
  • If you are to choose between 2 apartments to live in next semester, one apartment is near the campus but slightly expensive, the other is a little far from the campus but cheaper, which one do you prefer and why?
  • Things always change in an unexpected way. Please describe a thing you have recently done that, ten years ago, you never imagined you would do.
  • You live in a crowded city with only one green space-the city park. The government recently proposes to build a housing complex on this only green space. Do you think this is a good idea?
  • The university international office is going to hold a social event. Which one of the following choices do you think is the best?
    ・international food fair
    ・international music festival
    ・international film festival
  • Some people prefer sending messages while others prefer making phone calls directly, which one do you prefer?
  • Imagine that you have been accepted by two different universities, one university is well-known for its excellent academic program, but it’s expensive, while another is less well-known, but has offered you with a scholarship to pay for your intuition fee. Which university would you prefer, explain why?
  • Some students prefer to study for an exam at night, other students prefer to study in the day, which do you prefer, explain why.
  • The university decides to remodel the dormitory and add a new space to it. Which space do you recommend to add to your dormitory?
    ・Cafe
    ・Study room
    ・Game room
  • There is going to have students’ TV show. which show would you like to watch? Please Give your reasons.
    ・Interview school leaders
    ・Students’ debate on political and social topics
    ・Comedy about school life
  • Some people want to change their appearance, even by surgery. Do you agree or disagree? Give your reasons.
  • Many people think that students study course materials more effectively by taking exams, while others think that students learn more effectively through doing other activities such as writing a paper or completing projects, which do you think is more effective for students to learn.
  • Your friend has just moved to a new city and is nervous about making new friends. What advice would you give your friend?
  • You have been very busy and unable to prepare for the exam tomorrow. You can either stay up late to study and sleep less or just study less and get a full night’s sleep. Which will you choose?
  • Which one would you like to choose for your final project:presentation, paper, video
  • Do you agree or disagree with this statement that we should help our friends only when they ask for help.
  • Your degree requires you to take one course, which one would you choose?
    ・Energy and environment
    ・Health and nutrition
    ・Solar system
  • Some people prefer to give their opinions immediately. Others prefer to wait and listen to others’ opinions before giving their own. Which one do you think is better?
  • If you are going to have an interview with famous people in your community, which of the following people will you choose? Give detailed information to support your answer and explain why.
  • Which one do you agree? Children born with talent should be treated in a different way or they should be treated in the same way as average children.
  • Which of the following people can give the most useful help in your future career direction: A, Teachers B, Families C, Friends. Choose one and explain why
  • Some people believe old people should not take risks and participate in adventurous events as young people. Do you agree? Why?
  • Which of the following creative activities do you feel like to get involved in? A, Pottery making B, writing C, art creation. Choose one and explain why
  • Some people believe that we should not discuss the private activities of popular people, like movie stars and singers. Do you agree? Why?
  • Among the following jobs, which do you think is the most interesting one and why?
    ・airplane pilot
    ・actor
    ・detective
  • Female and male university students should have separate residence halls. Do you agree or disagree?
  • Do you agree or disagree that children who do sports at a young age will be more aggressive in the future.
  • University students encounter many difficult challenges in their study. Which challenge do you think is the most difficult one and how do you deal with it?
  • Some students enjoy decorating their surroundings; others choose to keep their surroundings simple and free of any decorations. Which do you prefer and why?
  • Some universities expect the students to choose a major field of study when they enter the school; while other universities wait until the second or the third year before students deciding to choose a major field of study. Which do you prefer? Why or why not?
  • If universities are given financial support to develop researches, which one do you think would receive more benefits.
    ・To predict weather more accurately.
    ・To clean rivers and ocean.
    ・To deal with outer space.
  • Some people like participating in a performance like the theatrical or musical shows. Others prefer to be in the audience watching those plays. Which do you prefer?
  • Some people think, with the development of technology and the Internet, libraries will disappear, while others think libraries are always necessary. Which one do you agree with, please give specific details to support your opinion?
  • Your university has acquired a piece of land next to the campus. There have been three options for the use of the land. Which do you prefer? why?
    ・the athletic facilities and stadiums.
    ・a park with nature trails.
    ・centers for students and hotel for campus guests
  • Parents should teach their kids to learn how to manage money, and do you think what’s the most important thing for it, and explain why it’s important.
  • Children need to learn to cooperate and get along with others when they grow up. Please give examples of how adults can help them acquire those skills.
  • Should the government limit violence and bad language on television?
  • Describe an event in your country people will bring gifts, what gift people will bring, and why?
  • Describe an experience in which you hurt another person’s feelings unintentionally.
  • If a mayor is to selected from the following candidates, who all have no political experience but are successful in their own field, which one do you think is the best candidate for mayor?
    ・A university professor
    ・A businessman
    ・A doctor
  • Some people prefer to resolve problems with friends directly face to face or on the phone, some others prefer to resolve problems by writing, sending E-mail, or text message. What is your opinion?
  • Children would behave negatively before they learn how to appropriately. Which of the following behavior would you consider to be the most negative behavior of a child and why?
    ・Being selfish
    ・Being impolite
    ・Being loud
  • When giving feedback to students, some teachers would like to talk to their students in person, while some teachers would give written comments to students. Which do you prefer and why?
  • Your local community center wants to add some new workshops or programs for children, which of the following do you think would be most beneficial for children’s development?
    ・Art craft workshop
    ・Technology workshop
    ・Athletic programs
  • Some managers tend to check the worker’s tasks closely or frequently, while others tend to check them rarely or casually. Which is better for the management?
  • Which of the following library volunteer would you want to choose to do?
    ・Helping people find the right material
    ・reading to kids
    ・keeping bookshelf organized
  • Do you agree or disagree: students should watch teacher’s lectures in video version instead of attending classes.
  • Which of the qualities that the parents or family members can help you develop.
    ・Self-confidence
    ・Kindness
    ・Patience
  • There are several ways you can get to know a country without traveling abroad. Which of the following ways would you like to choose?
    ・Reading books
    ・Watching videos
    ・Joining online communication groups
  • Do you think it is reasonable to give a lower grade to the assignment that hand in after the deadline?
  • If there is a foreign teacher come to your country to teach high school students, what suggestion you will give him for preparation?
  • Some people like to use smartphones or other navigational devices to guide their road while traveling, some prefer to ask around, which do you like to do?
  • What is the best background for a government leader?
    ・Military
    ・Business
    ・Law
  • Is it harder to save money than it was in the past?
  • If you have opportunities to do something for good causes, which of the following you would choose?
    ・distributing meals for needy people
    ・helping children build a playground
    ・seeing people in hospital
  • Schools shouldn’t allow young students to use calculator during the exam. Do you agree or disagree?
  • Some professors prefer to give regular quizzes. Some prefer to give surprising quizzes. Please talk about the advantages and/or disadvantages of surprising quizzes.
  • Some people prefer to stay in touch with their friends and family members while traveling. Others prefer not to get in touch and stay alone. Which do you prefer and why?
  • Do you like to make a plan with friends about social activities in advance or plan it when you attend it?
  • Which of the following three activities do you prefer to do with a group of people rather than alone?
    ・Eat a meal
    ・Listen to music
    ・Do homework
  • There are many disagreements between friends. Which is one of the effective ways of resolving the disagreements? Use your examples and details to explain.
  • Describe a time that disappointed you. What happened and what’s your response.
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: current celebrities (like musicians, actor/actress, athlete) set a good example as role model for the young people.
  • Do you agree or disagree that experienced teachers are a deciding factor in the success of a school?
  • Which course about history are you interested in? Science history, art history or history of 20th century?
  • Which campus improvement do you suggest your school to invest in: swimming pool, cafeteria or dormitory? Please give specific reasons to support your opinion.
  • Which of the following three would you choose to do in summer vacation? Working as a librarian, painter in an art center, or life guard in the natatorium?
  • Which of the following technological developments have made the greatest impact on students’ lives?
    ・electronic books
    ・online classes
    ・smartphones
  • If university plans to add a new course that is being offered to students, which of the following courses, in your opinion, would attract most students?
    ・Sound engineering and recording
    ・History of rock music
    ・Film studies
  • If you are going to choose a roommate which of the following quality is more important to you.
    ・Cleanness
    ・Friendliness
    ・Quietness
  • Which would you prefer: doing exercise every day or only when you are free?
  • Do you agree or disagree that it is important for young people to learn some domestic skills like cooking, sewing and taking care of children?
  • Some students choose to enter the university immediately after finishing high school, others prefer taking time off before beginning the university class. Which option do you think is better? Explain why.
  • There are two invitations. One is from a party with your friends and the other is that having a dinner party with your parents. Which one would you prefer and why?
  • In every culture, there are some customs or traditions from the past those young people no longer follow. Describe a custom or tradition form the past that is no longer common but that you wish still popular today. Give specific reasons why you wish that still popular.
  • Which of the following ways is the best in getting to know Italian culture?
    ・watching Italian movies
    ・leaning Italian cooking
    ・attending Italian lectures or classes
  • Nowadays traffic congestions are increasing, what can we do to reduce the cars in the city?
  • Your friend has to work a lot. Please suggest a hobby help him spend his weekend in a more delightful way. Explain why. Please include details and examples in your explanation.
  • Describe the disadvantages of moving to a new place.
  • If you are a teacher of a tutor group and you are going to take students to a study trip, where would you take them to?
    ・science museum
    ・local farm
    ・theater performance
  • Describe what you were like when you started attending school.
  • Describe one of the most popular websites in your country? Explain why it is popular with details or examples.
  • What do you think is the most important thing that parents should teach their children? Please include details in your response.
  • Describe one or two ways your life may change five years from now. Please include specific reasons and details in your response.
  • Your friend is coming to your country for studying, but he or she is worried about the cost, what advice you can offer?
  • What is the ONE thing that makes your country different from other countries?
  • Which of the following choice do you think has the greatest impact on environmental protection?
    ・Governmental Regulations
    ・Environmental Awareness Groups
    ・Individual Efforts
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: Schools need to encourage students to be more creative and use imagination to be a successful person.
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: It is more important to maintain a relationship with family members than with friends.
  • Some people get to know a person by the first observation while others prefer to get to know a person by long-time observation. Which one do you prefer and explain why?
  • Do you think it is a good idea for parents to give kids monetary reward if they have good grades in school? Please include details and examples in your explanation.
  • Do you agree or disagree the following statement? Older doctors are more knowledgeable than young doctors? Use specific details and examples to explain why.
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? If you want to succeed in business, being outgoing and friendly is very important.
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students learn more when teachers assign a lot of homework. Use specific details and examples to explain why.
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: a boss or a manager should not form a close friendship with their employees.
  • Do you agree or disagree: Government should not allow violence and bad language in television program.
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is easier to be an adult than it is to be a child.
  • When do you think is the best time for one to learn a second language? Please use details to support your reasons.
  • Your university will sponsor one of the following activities for students, an outdoor camp night, a music festival to experience the local culture or a computer game contest in the dorm. Which do you think is the best and why?
  • Every year, many experienced and inexperienced climbers try to climb the Mount Qomolangma, how would you describe their behavior: dangerous, adventurous or foolish? Explain your choice with details.
  • What kind of activity do you think that children do to cultivate a sense of responsibility?
    ・keep a pet
    ・do house chores
    ・help take care of their younger sisters or brothers
    Use specific details and examples in your response.
  • Some people prefer to solve a challenge all by themselves. Others prefer to depend on other people’s help. Which do you prefer and why? Include details and examples in your explanation.
  • When students have questions about an assignment for class, some prefer to ask their professors for help, others would rather ask fellow students. Which do you prefer?
  • When you are watching movies, do you prefer to discuss with others or enjoy the movie quietly on your own? Explain your reasons with details.
  • Some people prefer to have their schedules fully and specifically arranged. Some people however, prefer to leave themselves a lot of free time. Which do you prefer and why?
  • Your friend is always late for group events, what suggestions do you have for him?
  • Describe a serious problem that your country is facing. Explain why it is so serious.
  • If a foreigner comes to your country, what would you advise him to take home?
  • Which of the following activities should the university give rewards to its high performance?
    ・Volunteer service
    ・Atheletic achievement
    ・Academic performance
  • In your country when do people give gift to each other? Describe the occasion and types of gifts.
  • Which one of the following characteristics does your friend value most: cheerfulness, kindness or intelligence? Please choose one and use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
  • Do you agree or disagree the statement that we should let children use the computers or other electronic devices as early as they can?
  • Which kind of extracurricular activity would you like to attend if you have a chance: writing essays for students’ newspaper, joining a hiking club or working in the dormitory discipline committee?
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Building zoos helps to protect animals. Please give your answer with specific examples and details.
  • Do you prefer big family or small family? Please give your answer with specific examples and details.
  • Do you agree with the statement: employees should be allowed to listen to music at work?
  • Some people prefer jobs working with computers or other technology, others like jobs working with no such technology. Which do you think is better and why?
  • Some people prefer to wash dishes by a dishwasher. Others prefer to wash dishes by hands. Which do you prefer and why?
  • The university plans to turn long summer holiday into several short holidays. Do you think it’s a good idea?
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Some people think the stories of famous people on TV have no relevance to ordinary people.
  • Some people think in the future students will have classes on the internet, but some think students will still have class in traditional classroom buildings. What is your opinion and why?
  • Some people prefer to live in a traditional building. Others prefer modern ones. Which one do you prefer and why? Please give specific reasons to support your idea.
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People should always wear fashionable clothes. Please use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students should do some part- time jobs before they attend college. Please use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
  • Describe the most important decision that you have ever made. Please include specific details in your answer.
  • Compare the differences between two singers you like. Include specific reasons and details in your explanation.
  • Describe a gift you would like to give to someone. Please answer the question with specific details.
  • What’s your favorite school subject? How does it become your favorite? Please give your answers with specific details.
  • Describe a friend of yours. Explain how you become friends. Please include details in your response.
  • Describe an interesting style of clothing in your country. Please use specific details.
  • Describe a character in a book, film, or poem, explain why you like him or her. Please use specific details.
  • Which type of movie is not enjoyable for you to watch: action, romance or science fiction movies? Please give your answers with specific examples and details.
  • Describe a person whom you want to learn from and explain what and why you want to learn from him.
  • What do you do to deal with homesick when you are away from home? Please include specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
  • Your friend often feels nervous when speaking in front of large group of people. What suggestions would you give to your friend to overcome this fear?
  • Some people like to get advice from parents or grandparents, while some people like to get help from their peers. Which do you prefer and why? Please include specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
  • Some people prefer to make detailed plans for the future. Others prefer to concentrate on present things and don’t make any plans at all. Which way do you prefer? Please use specific reasons to support your answer.
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Wealthy people should be required to help poor people. Please answer the question with specific examples and details.
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Playing computer games or video games is a waste of teenagers’ time. Please use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
  • Some students take notes very often during class. Other students do not take notes or rarely take notes. Which do you think is better? Please explain with details.
  • Which shop do you prefer, large department store or small boutique? Please give your answer with specific examples and details.
  • Which do you prefer? A job in a distant city with a high salary, or a job in your current city with a lower salary.
  • Do you think the government should spend funding to save the animals on the verge of extinction, or should the money come from private sources? Please give your opinion and explanation using specific examples and details.
  • Which following job do you prefer, lawyer, veterinarian, or restaurant owner? Please give specific reasons for your preference.
  • What advice would you give a friend who just got a job? Explain what the suggestion is and its importance. Please include specific details.
  • Which kind of skill do you admire most? Sport skill, language skill, or art skill. Please include specific reasons and details in your explanation.
  • Talk about a subject that you think is important but you do not enjoy studying. Explain why it is important and why you do not enjoy studying it.
  • If a foreign tourist visits your city, where would you take him to? A factory, a university, or a museum? Please include specific reasons and details in your response.
  • Describe a wonderful period of time in your life. Explain why you like that period of time and give specific reasons to support your answer.
  • Some people prefer to sit in the front of a classroom during a lecture; others prefer to sit in the back during a lecture. Which do to think is better? Explain your response in details and examples.
  • Some people think that students should do parttime jobs. Other people think that students should focus on their study without doing part-time jobs. What is your opinion and why?
  • Do you agree or disagree with the statement that parents are the best teacher for children? Give specific reasons and details in your response.
  • Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is a good thing to have classes with your best friend. Use examples and details in your response.
  • Some people prefer to watch movies in theatres, others prefer to watch movies at home. Which one do you prefer? Explain your answer in details.
  • Some people prefer to watch a sport game from the audience seat, others prefer to be in the sport field and complete with others. Which do you prefer to do?
  • Which do you prefer, reading paper books or reading electronic books? Explain why.

 

新形式攻略!100問の例題を活用した「こじつけ力」特訓法

本記事で紹介した100問の例題は、新形式の「Take an Interview(インタビュー問題)」を攻略するための最高のトレーニング素材です。

ただし、100通りの回答をゼロから考える必要はありません。

大切なのは、用意した「鉄板ネタ」に、いかに強引に、かつ自然に結びつけるかという「こじつけ力」を磨くことです。

 

万能な「鉄板ネタ」を自分のものにする

スピーキングで「アイデアが思いつかない」という悩みは、あらかじめ語れるストーリーを用意しておくことで解決します。

まずは、どんな質問にも応用できる8つのネタをチェックし、自分専用のスクリプトを作っておきましょう。

▶︎ TOEFLスピーキング「思いつかない」を解決!万能の鉄板ネタ8選

 

毎日できる「インタビュー問題」特訓プラン

新形式は「画面越しの対話」です。毎日少しずつでも、AIや人間に伝わる「明快な発声」と「瞬発力」を意識したアウトプットを積み重ねましょう。

時間帯練習内容(新形式インタビュー対策)

(7:00〜7:30)
オンライン英会話で「対話力」を鍛える
講師に本記事の例題を1〜2問出してもらい、インタビュー形式で即答する練習をします。「STARメソッド」の構成を意識して、45秒使い切る感覚を養いましょう。
昼休み
(12:30〜12:45)
本記事の100題で「こじつけ」千本ノック
移動中などに過去問リストからランダムに2〜3問選び、「この質問なら、あの鉄板ネタにどう繋げられるか?」を脳内でシミュレーションします。この瞬発力が本番の余裕を生みます。

(21:00〜21:30)
録音して「AI・人間への伝わりやすさ」を分析
昼間に考えた回答を実際にスマホで録音します。AIが評価する「流暢さ」や「明瞭さ」を意識し、不自然な間がないか、一言一句ハッキリ話せているかを厳しくセルフチェックしましょう。
にゃんこ先生
100題すべてを完璧にやる必要はないよ。1日1問でも「こじつけの成功体験」を積み重ねることがスコアアップへの確実な一歩になるんだ。

 

スコアアップ勉強法(マスターガイド)

にゃんこ先生
新形式スピーキングの全体像から、各タスクの詳しい対策、おすすめ教材まではこの記事にすべてまとめてあるよ!

▶︎ 【2026年新形式対応】TOEFLスピーキング完全対策!新タスクと勉強法

 

終わりに:この100問を「自信」に変えよう

TOEFLスピーキングの新形式は、確かに即興性が求められる厳しいテストです。

しかし、本記事で紹介した100の例題を「自分の鉄板ネタをぶつけるためのキャンバス」だと考えれば、これほど心強い練習材料はありません。

最初は言葉に詰まっても構いません。地道に録音と修正を繰り返し、自分の得意なエピソードを磨き上げてください。

この100問の千本ノックをやり遂げたとき、あなたは画面越しの面接官に対しても、自信を持って自分の言葉を届けられるようになっているはずです。

 

にゃんこ先生
英語学習は一歩一歩の積み重ねがすべて。この100問を味方につけて、目標スコアを掴み取ろう!応援しているよ!!

 

にゃんこ先生
最後に、当サイトではTOEFL・IELTS対策専門のオンラインコースも提供しているよ!英語対策でお悩みがあれば、遠慮なく連絡してね!

 

ねこ君
読んでくれてありがとう!!FacebookXのフォローもよろしくね!
にゃんこ先生
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にゃんこ先生
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11 件のコメント

  • 全て一通り解いたのですが、エピソードにどう結びつけるのか参考にしたいのでもしよろしければ解答例を紹介して頂けませんか?

    よろしくお願いいたします。

    • コメントありがとう。解答例は現実的戦略の記事(https://www.path-to-success.net/toefl-speaking#i-5)にある8つのエピソードの模範解答にしかないんだ、それだけでも40-50ぐらいの解答例はあるから参考にして見てね!

  • にゃんこ先生

    現在TOEFL勉強中の大学2年生です。いつも参考にさせて頂いてます!

    交換留学にてカナダを志望しており、次のTOEFL何とか100点、取りたいと思います。

    周りにはほとんどIELTS受験者でモチベーション維持が難しいですが、

    このサイトを見つつ、頑張りたいと思います!

    • コメントありがとう!

      TOEFLの勉強は大変だけど、一緒にがんばろう!応援しているよ。

      もし、IELTSでも出願できるのであれば、IELTSに切り替えるっていうのも一つの方法だよ。

      TOEFLで90点ぐらいあれば、IELTS7.0を取るのは比較的簡単。感覚的には1ヶ月ぐらい準備すれば取れると思う。興味があったらIELTSの記事も読んでみてね。
      https://www.path-to-success.net/ielts-vs-toefl

      目標が達成できたあと、もし良かったらあなたの経験・勉強法もシェアしてくれると嬉しいな!

  • にゃんこ先生

    この度TOEFLで100とる事が出来ました。

    本当にこのサイトには助けられました!

    将来的にはMBAも考えているので、英語学習を引き続いて行っていきます。

    ありがとうございました。

    • 報告ありがとう!

      きっと、100点が取れたのはあなたの努力のおかげだよ。

      けど、私もすごく嬉しい!おめでとう!

  • 今、toeflで80点をとりたくて勉強していますがなかなか点数が上がりません。特にリーディングが苦手なので攻略法を載せてほしいです。あと、もしよければ勉強に集中できる方法も教えてほしいです。よろしくお願いします!いつも投稿、楽しみにしてます!

    • リーディング攻略のコツはこちらの記事で解説しているよ!
      https://www.path-to-success.net/toefl-reading-kotsu
      集中できる方法は・・・環境を変えることかな。
      色々と脱線してしまうことが多いのであれば、場所を変えたり、魅力的なものを近くに置かないなど。
      最終的には「意思」「決意」が大切かな!

    • 記事上部の「解答例・スピーキングのスクリプト」のセクションにアドレス入力欄があるので、確認してみてね!

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