About this test: This is an unofficial practice test written by Carve the Raw. It is not made by ETS. The TOEFL has no separate grammar section, but grammar accuracy affects your Writing and Speaking scores, and it helps you read academic English faster. Check the ETS website for the current test format and scoring.
What grammar matters most for the TOEFL?
- Subject-verb agreement, especially with long subjects and phrases like the number of and neither…nor .
- Verb tenses, including the present perfect and past perfect.
- Word forms (noun, verb, adjective, adverb): able, ability, enable .
- Parallel structure: keeping lists and comparisons in the same form.
- Relative clauses: who, whom, whose, which, that.
- Conditionals and the subjunctive: Had I known… , She suggested that he see a doctor.
- Prepositions and articles in academic phrases.
A simple four-week study plan
- Week 1: agreement and tenses. Do 10 practice sentences a day and write down every mistake.
- Week 2: word forms and parallel structure. Rewrite your own essay sentences to make lists parallel.
- Week 3: relative clauses, conditionals and prepositions.
- Week 4: timed writing. Write one 30-minute essay a day, then check it against the rules from weeks 1 to 3.
Take the TOEFL-style grammar practice test
Choose the best answer for each sentence. Each answer includes an explanation.
1. The results of the experiment ___ published last year.
2. Neither the students nor the teacher ___ aware of the change.
3. Scientists have been studying the effects of climate change ___ the 1980s.
4. The professor, ___ research focuses on marine biology, will give a lecture tomorrow.
5. She is interested in both writing novels and ___ poetry.
6. The more you practice, ___ you become.
7. Many students find it difficult ___ the instructions.
8. Had I known about the deadline, I ___ my essay earlier.
9. The library is open ___ weekdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
10. Which sentence is correct?
11. The report was written ___ a team of researchers.
12. ___ it was raining, the game continued.
13. She suggested that he ___ a doctor.
14. Her ___ to learn English quickly impressed the committee.
15. The professor asked the students ___ the chapter before class.
Frequently asked questions
Does the TOEFL have a grammar section?
The TOEFL iBT has no separate grammar section. Grammar affects your Writing and Speaking scores and your reading speed. Check the ETS website for the current format.
Is this an official TOEFL practice test?
No. It is an unofficial grammar practice test. For official practice, use materials from ETS.
How should I use the results?
Review the explanation for every question you missed, find the grammar topic behind it, and practice that topic before retaking the test.
