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TOEFL Reading Fragetypen: alle 10 Typen mit Beispielfragen und Lösungen

Im aktuellen Test gibt es zehn TOEFL Reading Fragetypen. Auf dieser Seite siehst du jeden Typ mit einer Beispielfrage, der Lösung und dem Grund für die Lösung. So erkennst du jeden Typ schon vor dem Testtag.

Die Fragetypen kommen in den drei Aufgabentypen des TOEFL Reading Tests vor: Complete the Words (Wörter vervollständigen), Read in Daily Life (Lesen im Alltag) und Read an Academic Passage (einen akademischen Text lesen). Texte in Read in Daily Life nutzen meist Fragen vom Typ Detail, Gist Purpose und Inference. Akademische Texte nutzen alle zehn Typen.

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Wie viele TOEFL Reading Fragetypen gibt es?

Es gibt zehn TOEFL Reading Fragetypen. Neun davon sind Multiple-Choice-Fragen oder Fragen, bei denen du in den Text klickst. Sie gehören zu einem Text in Read in Daily Life oder zu einem akademischen Text. Der zehnte Typ, Complete the Words, ist ein eigener Lückentext. Die Tabelle zeigt, wie oft unsere Lernenden jeden Typ in der Übung richtig beantworten, vom schwersten bis zum leichtesten Typ.

FragetypRichtig in der Übung
Select in Passage46.9 %
Insert a Sentence47.6 %
Rhetorical Purpose55.8 %
Negative Factual Information57.7 %
Inference60.6 %
Vocabulary62.4 %
Organization63.1 %
Complete the Words (pro Lücke)65.3 %
Detail74.7 %
Gist Purpose82.0 %

Die vier schwersten Typen für unsere Lernenden sind Select in Passage, Insert a Sentence, Rhetorical Purpose und Negative Factual Information. Select in Passage hat keine Antwortbuchstaben, und du klickst einen Satz an; Insert a Sentence hat keine Antwortbuchstaben, und du setzt einen Satz ein; Rhetorical Purpose fragt, warum der Autor ein Detail nennt; Negative Factual Information fragt nach der einen Antwort, die nicht im Text steht. Die zwei leichtesten Typen sind Gist Purpose mit 82.0 % und Detail mit 74.7 % richtigen Antworten, und beide kommen in Texten von Read in Daily Life vor. Einige Typen wurden auch leichter, als die Texte im Januar 2026 kürzer wurden. Die größte Änderung gab es bei Inference, von 47.4 % auf 71.7 % richtige Antworten. Sieh dir dazu die alten und neuen TOEFL Reading Fragen im Vergleich an.

TOEFL Reading Fragetyp 1: Detail

Eine TOEFL Reading Frage vom Typ Detail fragt nach einem Fakt, der im Text steht. Du suchst den Satz mit diesem Fakt. Dann wählst du die Antwort, die dasselbe mit anderen Worten sagt. Detail-Fragen kommen in Texten von Read in Daily Life und in akademischen Texten vor. Unsere Lernenden beantworten 74.7 % der Detail-Fragen in der Übung richtig. Von den anderen Typen sind 8 schwerer und 1 leichter. Hier kannst du also gut Punkte holen.

Detail-Frage
[1] Passive cooling architecture reduces indoor heat by relying on building design rather than heavy mechanical cooling. Features such as thick walls, shaded courtyards, and carefully placed openings can slow heat gain during the day. In some climates, these strategies make buildings more comfortable while lowering energy use.

[2] One widely used approach is to guide moving air through interior spaces. Ventilation towers, shaded passages, and high ceilings can direct breezes where they are most useful. Designers must also carefully channel air movement so that warm air leaves and cooler air enters at the right points.

[3] Although passive cooling depends on local climate and thoughtful planning, it is likely to become more important as cities search for lower-energy building strategies. For this reason, architects, engineers, and material specialists often work together when adapting traditional cooling ideas to modern construction.
Why are shaded courtyards and thick walls useful in passive cooling design?
  1. They help reduce indoor heat gain during the day.
  2. They eliminate the need for ventilation openings.
  3. They increase the amount of sunlight indoors at noon.
  4. They are useful only in cold climates.

Detail-Frage
Detail-Fragen fragen nach Informationen, die klar im Text stehen. Die richtige Antwort wird direkt genannt (nicht nur angedeutet), oft als konkreter Fakt, als Zahl oder als Beschreibung.
  • spellcheck Answer
    Answer: A

    (A) The correct answer is They help reduce indoor heat gain during the day. In the passage, "Features such as thick walls, shaded courtyards, and carefully placed openings can slow heat gain during the day." directly supports "They help reduce indoor heat gain during the day."

    (B) They eliminate the need for ventilation openings. is incorrect because it changes or distorts a detail from the passage; Features such as thick walls, shaded courtyards, and carefully placed openings can slow heat gain during the day.

    (C) They increase the amount of sunlight indoors at noon. is incorrect because the passage does not support that detail

    (D) They are useful only in cold climates. is incorrect because the passage does not support that detail

Detail

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TOEFL Reading Fragetyp 2: Gist Purpose

Eine Frage vom Typ Gist Purpose fragt, warum der Autor den ganzen Text geschrieben hat. Sie kommt vor allem bei Texten von Read in Daily Life vor. Dort nennt eine E-Mail oder eine Mitteilung ihren Zweck in den ersten Sätzen. Für unsere Lernenden ist es der leichteste Typ, mit 82.0 % richtigen Antworten. Die Falle ist eine Antwort, die ein wahres Detail aus dem Text wiederholt, aber nicht der Grund für den Text ist.

Gist-Purpose-Frage
[1] Fast radio bursts (FRBs) are extremely brief yet powerful flashes of radio energy that arrive without warning from distant reaches of the cosmos. Each signal lasts only a few milliseconds, so astronomers describe them as "ephemeral" events that fade almost as soon as they are noticed. Despite their fleeting nature, the bursts release more energy than the Sun does in days. Their dispersion patterns reveal that many originate billions of light-years away, implying that whatever produces them must be extraordinarily energetic and capable of sending signals across intergalactic space.

[2] Because FRBs travel through space for such vast stretches, they carry information about the material they traverse. By measuring slight delays at different frequencies, researchers can estimate the amount of ionized gas between galaxies. Leading theories about their origin include eruptions from magnetars, collisions between neutron stars, and the evaporation of primordial black holes. Magnetars attract particular attention because occasional X-ray flares from known examples coincide with weak FRB-like pulses, hinting at a physical connection.

[3] To unravel the mystery, astronomers are assembling networks of wide-field radio telescopes. The Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment (CHIME) already catalogs hundreds of bursts per year, while South Africa’s MeerKAT array pinpoints them to host galaxies. The forthcoming Square Kilometre Array (SKA) will boost sensitivity tenfold, enabling detection of weaker events and mapping the cosmic web with unprecedented detail. Paired with automated supercomputers, these facilities could transform FRBs from curiosities into routine tools for cosmology.
What is the purpose of the second paragraph?
  1. To describe the instruments used to detect FRBs
  2. To present major theories explaining FRB origins
  3. To compare FRBs with other cosmic explosions
  4. To summarize the history of radio astronomy

Gist-Purpose-Frage
Gist-Purpose-Fragen fragen, warum der Text (oder ein ganzer Abschnitt davon) geschrieben wurde. Die richtige Antwort nennt das allgemeine Ziel des Autors, kein kleines Detail.
  • spellcheck Answer
    Answer: B

    (B) The correct answer is to present major theories explaining FRB origins. Paragraph 2 lists “eruptions from magnetars, collisions between neutron stars, and the evaporation of primordial black holes,” clearly outlining leading hypotheses for where FRBs come from.

    (A) Discussion of detection instruments appears in paragraph 3, not paragraph 2, so this choice is inaccurate.

    (C) The paragraph does not compare FRBs with supernovae or gamma-ray bursts; it focuses solely on possible sources.

    (D) No historical overview of radio astronomy is provided; therefore this option is irrelevant.

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TOEFL Reading Fragetyp 3: Rhetorical Purpose

Eine Frage vom Typ Rhetorical Purpose fragt, warum der Autor ein bestimmtes Detail nennt. Sie fragt nicht, ob das Detail stimmt. Du erkennst sie an Formulierungen wie "Why does the author mention...". Welche Aufgabe das Detail hat, steht meist im Satz davor. Unsere Lernenden beantworten 55.8 % dieser Fragen richtig. Von den anderen Typen sind 2 schwerer und 7 leichter.

Rhetorical-Purpose-Frage
[1] Mangrove forests grow along tropical and subtropical coastlines where saltwater and tides shape the landscape. Their roots trap sediment, stabilize shorelines, and create habitat for fish and invertebrates. These forests are especially valuable where coastal communities face regular storms and erosion.

[2] Mangroves can protect shorelines in several ways, including slowing incoming water, trapping debris, and buffering wave energy. For example, dense root systems can reduce the force of water moving toward land. In the same way a woven barrier spreads out pressure, tangled roots help weaken storm surges before they reach inland areas.

[3] Scientists study mangrove forests because they provide insight into how coastal ecosystems reduce environmental risk. Research on mangroves has improved shoreline models and helped scientists estimate how clearing these forests changes flooding patterns. These studies also help researchers distinguish the protective effects of vegetation from the effects of seawalls and other infrastructure.
Why does the author mention a woven barrier in the passage?
  1. To illustrate how mangrove roots can spread out and weaken wave force
  2. To suggest that coastal engineers copy mangrove roots exactly
  3. To compare storm surges with fishing equipment
  4. To show that woven barriers are better than forests in every case

Rhetorical-Purpose-Frage
Rhetorical-Purpose-Fragen fragen, warum der Autor ein bestimmtes Detail, ein Beispiel oder eine Formulierung verwendet. Die Antwort steht nicht direkt im Text. Du musst das genannte Detail mit der Hauptaussage des Absatzes verbinden. Oft siehst du Formulierungen wie: Why does the author mention ___?
  • spellcheck Answer
    Answer: A

    (A) The correct answer is To illustrate how mangrove roots can spread out and weaken wave force. In the passage, "In the same way a woven barrier spreads out pressure, tangled roots help weaken storm surges before they reach inland areas." shows why the author or speaker mentions that detail, so "To illustrate how mangrove roots can spread out and weaken wave force" is the best explanation of its function.

    (B) To suggest that coastal engineers copy mangrove roots exactly is incorrect because the author or speaker mentions the detail to support a different purpose, not this one

    (C) To compare storm surges with fishing equipment is incorrect because the author or speaker mentions the detail to support a different purpose, not this one

    (D) To show that woven barriers are better than forests in every case is incorrect because the author or speaker mentions the detail to support a different purpose, not this one

Rhetorical Purpose

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TOEFL Reading Fragetyp 4: Vocabulary

Eine Frage vom Typ Vocabulary (Wortschatz) fragt nach der Bedeutung eines markierten Wortes, so wie der Text es verwendet. Du musst das Wort nicht schon kennen. Die Wörter drumherum geben fast immer einen Hinweis. Das kann eine Umschreibung nach "or" sein, ein Gegensatz nach "but" oder ein Beispiel im nächsten Satz. Unsere Lernenden beantworten 62.4 % der Vocabulary-Fragen richtig. Von den anderen Typen sind 5 schwerer und 4 leichter. Die Hinweise um das Wort helfen also, wenn du sie nutzt.

Vocabulary-Frage
[1] Some reef fish form partnerships in which small cleaner fish remove parasites and dead tissue from larger client fish. These interactions can improve the health of the clients and provide food for the cleaners. It was once assumed that such exchanges were merely routine, but researchers now recognize that they involve signals, repeated interactions, and choice.

[2] One well-known example involves cleaner wrasses and many different client species. When clients approach a cleaning station, they may slow down, hold still, or open their mouths and gill covers. These behaviors make it easier for cleaners to work efficiently while reducing the risk of injury.

[3] Researchers have also found that repeated encounters matter. Some clients return to cleaners that have treated them well in the past, while cleaners may adjust their behavior depending on who is waiting nearby. This pattern suggests that cooperation can be shaped by reputation and ongoing interaction. These findings continue to influence how scientists understand mutualism on coral reefs.
The word “routine” in the passage is closest in meaning to
  1. automatic
  2. distant
  3. rare
  4. costly

Vocabulary-Frage
Bei einer Vocabulary-Frage wählst du die Antwort, die der Bedeutung eines markierten Wortes oder Ausdrucks am nächsten kommt, so wie er im Text verwendet wird. Achte auf die Bedeutung des Satzes und den Kontext drumherum, nicht nur auf die Definition im Wörterbuch.
  • spellcheck Answers
    Answer: A

    (A) The correct answer is automatic. In the passage, "Some reef fish form partnerships in which small cleaner fish remove parasites and dead tissue from larger client fish." shows that the word is closest in meaning to "automatic".

    (B) distant is incorrect because that meaning does not fit the way the word is used in the sentence

    (C) rare is incorrect because that meaning does not fit the way the word is used in the sentence

    (D) costly is incorrect because that meaning does not fit the way the word is used in the sentence

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TOEFL Reading Fragetyp 5: Negative Factual Information

Eine Frage vom Typ Negative Factual Information fragt, welche Antwort der Text NICHT stützt. Du erkennst sie am großgeschriebenen NOT oder EXCEPT. Drei Antworten stehen im Text, oft mit anderen Worten, und eine nicht. Finde die drei Antworten, die im Text stehen. Die übrige ist deine Lösung. Unsere Lernenden beantworten 57.7 % dieser Fragen richtig. Von den anderen Typen sind 3 schwerer und 6 leichter.

Negative-Factual-Information-Frage
[1] Some reef fish form partnerships in which small cleaner fish remove parasites and dead tissue from larger client fish. These interactions can improve the health of the clients and provide food for the cleaners. It was once assumed that such exchanges were merely routine, but researchers now recognize that they involve signals, repeated interactions, and choice.

[2] One well-known example involves cleaner wrasses and many different client species. When clients approach a cleaning station, they may slow down, hold still, or open their mouths and gill covers. These behaviors make it easier for cleaners to work efficiently while reducing the risk of injury.

[3] Researchers have also found that repeated encounters matter. Some clients return to cleaners that have treated them well in the past, while cleaners may adjust their behavior depending on who is waiting nearby. This pattern suggests that cooperation can be shaped by reputation and ongoing interaction. These findings continue to influence how scientists understand mutualism on coral reefs.
All of the following are mentioned about cleaner fish partnerships EXCEPT:
  1. Client fish may hold still during cleaning.
  2. Cleaner fish can feed on parasites and dead tissue.
  3. Partnerships can involve repeated encounters.
  4. Client fish always remain with one cleaner for life.

Negative-Factual-Information-Frage
Du erkennst eine Negative-Factual-Information-Frage am Wort NOT oder EXCEPT. Die richtige Antwort ist die Antwort, die der Absatz nicht stützt.
  • spellcheck Answer
    Answer: D

    (D) The correct answer is Client fish always remain with one cleaner for life. This question asks for the choice that is NOT mentioned or supported. The passage gives support for Client fish may hold still during cleaning.; Cleaner fish can feed on parasites and dead tissue.; Partnerships can involve repeated encounters., but it does not support "Client fish always remain with one cleaner for life."

    (A) Client fish may hold still during cleaning. is incorrect because the passage does mention this point; Some reef fish form partnerships in which small cleaner fish remove parasites and dead tissue from larger client fish.

    (B) Cleaner fish can feed on parasites and dead tissue. is incorrect because the passage does mention this point; Some reef fish form partnerships in which small cleaner fish remove parasites and dead tissue from larger client fish.

    (C) Partnerships can involve repeated encounters. is incorrect because the passage does mention this point; Some reef fish form partnerships in which small cleaner fish remove parasites and dead tissue from larger client fish.

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TOEFL Reading Fragetyp 6: Inference

Eine Frage vom Typ Inference (Schlussfolgerung) fragt, was der Text andeutet, aber nicht direkt sagt. Die richtige Antwort bleibt einen kleinen Schritt von den Belegen entfernt. Eine Antwort mit "all", "only" oder "never" geht meist einen Schritt zu weit. Unsere Lernenden beantworten 60.6 % der Inference-Fragen richtig.

Inference-Frage
[1] Some reef fish form partnerships in which small cleaner fish remove parasites and dead tissue from larger client fish. These interactions can improve the health of the clients and provide food for the cleaners. It was once assumed that such exchanges were merely routine, but researchers now recognize that they involve signals, repeated interactions, and choice.

[2] One well-known example involves cleaner wrasses and many different client species. When clients approach a cleaning station, they may slow down, hold still, or open their mouths and gill covers. These behaviors make it easier for cleaners to work efficiently while reducing the risk of injury.

[3] Researchers have also found that repeated encounters matter. Some clients return to cleaners that have treated them well in the past, while cleaners may adjust their behavior depending on who is waiting nearby. This pattern suggests that cooperation can be shaped by reputation and ongoing interaction. These findings continue to influence how scientists understand mutualism on coral reefs.
Which of the following is suggested about repeated interactions between cleaner fish and clients?
  1. They can influence how cooperative the interaction becomes.
  2. They prevent cleaner fish from feeding efficiently.
  3. They matter only when many reefs are damaged.
  4. They eliminate the role of signals at cleaning stations.

Inference-Frage
Bei einer Inference-Frage steht die richtige Antwort nicht direkt im Text. Du musst aus den Informationen im Absatz einen logischen Schluss ziehen.
  • spellcheck Answer
    Answer: A

    (A) The correct answer is They can influence how cooperative the interaction becomes. In the passage, "It was once assumed that such exchanges were merely routine , but researchers now recognize that they involve signals, repeated interactions, and choice." supports the inference that "They can influence how cooperative the interaction becomes."

    (B) They prevent cleaner fish from feeding efficiently. is incorrect because it goes beyond what the passage suggests; the support points instead to It was once assumed that such exchanges were merely routine , but researchers now recognize that they involve signals, repeated interactions, and choice.

    (C) They matter only when many reefs are damaged. is incorrect because it goes beyond what the passage suggests; the support points instead to It was once assumed that such exchanges were merely routine , but researchers now recognize that they involve signals, repeated interactions, and choice.

    (D) They eliminate the role of signals at cleaning stations. is incorrect because it goes beyond what the passage suggests; the support points instead to It was once assumed that such exchanges were merely routine , but researchers now recognize that they involve signals, repeated interactions, and choice.

Inference

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TOEFL Reading Fragetyp 7: Organization

Eine Frage vom Typ Organization (Aufbau) fragt, wie zwei Teile des Textes zusammenhängen, zum Beispiel Absatz 3 und Absatz 2. Du brauchst die Hauptaussage jedes Teils und die Verbindung zwischen ihnen. Das kann ein Problem und seine Lösung sein oder eine Behauptung und die Einwände dagegen. Unsere Lernenden beantworten 63.1 % der Organization-Fragen richtig.

Organization-Frage
[1] Mangrove forests grow along tropical and subtropical coastlines where saltwater and tides shape the landscape. Their roots trap sediment, stabilize shorelines, and create habitat for fish and invertebrates. These forests are especially valuable where coastal communities face regular storms and erosion.

[2] Mangroves can protect shorelines in several ways, including slowing incoming water, trapping debris, and buffering wave energy. For example, dense root systems can reduce the force of water moving toward land. In the same way a woven barrier spreads out pressure, tangled roots help weaken storm surges before they reach inland areas.

[3] Scientists study mangrove forests because they provide insight into how coastal ecosystems reduce environmental risk. Research on mangroves has improved shoreline models and helped scientists estimate how clearing these forests changes flooding patterns. These studies also help researchers distinguish the protective effects of vegetation from the effects of seawalls and other infrastructure.
What is the relationship between paragraphs 2 and 3?
  1. Paragraph 3 explains how scientists study the coastal effects described in paragraph 2.
  2. Paragraph 3 contradicts the storm-protection roles introduced in paragraph 2.
  3. Paragraph 3 narrows the discussion to one individual mangrove species mentioned in paragraph 2.
  4. Paragraph 3 argues that the functions in paragraph 2 are too minor to measure.

Organization-Frage
Bei Organization-Fragen musst du verstehen, wie die Ideen in einem Text angeordnet oder verbunden sind. Es kann um die Reihenfolge der Informationen gehen oder darum, wie ein Absatz mit einem anderen zusammenhängt.
  • spellcheck Answer
    Answer: A

    (A) The correct answer is Paragraph 3 explains how scientists study the coastal effects described in paragraph 2. The passage first says, "Mangroves can protect shorelines in several ways, including slowing incoming water, trapping debris, and buffering wave energy. For example, dense root systems can reduce the force of..." and then moves to "Scientists study mangrove forests because they provide insight into how coastal ecosystems reduce environmental risk. Research on mangroves has improved shoreline models and helped...." That matches the relationship described in the correct choice.

    (B) Paragraph 3 contradicts the storm-protection roles introduced in paragraph 2. is incorrect because the paragraphs do not relate to each other in that way

    (C) Paragraph 3 narrows the discussion to one individual mangrove species mentioned in paragraph 2. is incorrect because the paragraphs do not relate to each other in that way

    (D) Paragraph 3 argues that the functions in paragraph 2 are too minor to measure. is incorrect because the paragraphs do not relate to each other in that way

Organization

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TOEFL Reading Fragetyp 8: Select in Passage

Eine Frage vom Typ Select in Passage (Satz im Text auswählen) hat keine Buchstaben. Du klickst einen Satz in einem markierten Absatz an. Dieser Satz muss die ganze Frage beantworten. Mehrere Sätze erwähnen das Thema, aber nur einer gibt genau die gefragte Information. Unsere Lernenden beantworten 46.9 % dieser Fragen richtig, der niedrigste Wert aller zehn Typen. Nimm dir für diesen Typ also Zeit.

Select-in-Passage-Frage
[1] The theory of plate tectonics explains most of the Earth’s large-scale geological features, but it cannot fully account for the presence of isolated volcanic regions known as “hotspots.” These hotspots, such as those that created the Hawaiian Islands, appear in the middle of tectonic plates rather than along their boundaries. In 1963, geophysicist J. Tuzo Wilson proposed that plumes of unusually hot mantle material rise from deep within the Earth, partially melt near the surface, and generate chains of volcanoes as the overlying plate slowly drifts above them.

[2] For decades, the plume hypothesis was accepted with little reservation. However, improvements in seismic tomography have recently revealed that some supposed plume roots are shallower than originally assumed, lying only 200–300 kilometers beneath the crust instead of originating near the core-mantle boundary. In addition, geochemical analyses of hotspot lavas sometimes resemble mid-ocean-ridge basalts rather than the chemically distinct melts expected from deep mantle sources. These findings suggest that certain hotspots may instead form when lithospheric plates stretch and thin, allowing ordinary upper-mantle rock to melt more easily. Proponents of this “plate-driven” model point to the Iceland hotspot, where divergence along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge reduces pressure on the underlying mantle and promotes extensive volcanism without invoking a deep plume.

[3] Despite the debate, many geologists suspect that both mechanisms operate, with deep plumes explaining long, linear island chains and plate-driven melting accounting for broader volcanic provinces. Resolving the controversy matters because hotspot tracks are used to reconstruct past plate motions and to infer the thermal structure of the planet’s interior. New experiments that simulate mantle convection under realistic temperature and pressure conditions, combined with satellite measurements of surface deformation, may soon clarify whether the mantle behaves as a sluggish conveyor belt carrying discrete plumes or as a dynamic layer whose melting patterns primarily reflect stresses in the overlying plates.
Click on the sentence in paragraph 2 that describes the mechanism proposed by proponents of the 'plate-driven' model for hotspot formation.

Select-in-Passage-Frage
Bei einer Select-in-Passage-Frage klickst du den Satz im Text an, der die Frage beantwortet. Der richtige Satz muss die gefragte Idee direkt stützen. Es reicht nicht, dass er nur zum Thema passt.
  • spellcheck Answer
    Answer: “These findings suggest that certain hotspots may instead form when lithospheric plates stretch and thin, allowing ordinary upper-mantle rock to melt more easily.”

    (D) The correct answer is 'These findings suggest that certain hotspots may instead form when lithospheric plates stretch and thin, allowing ordinary upper-mantle rock to melt more easily.' This fourth sentence in paragraph 2 explicitly outlines the process suggested by proponents of the 'plate-driven' model, describing how plate stretching and thinning can allow for melting in the upper mantle, leading to hotspot formation.

    (A) The first sentence simply states that the plume hypothesis was accepted, not describing any alternative mechanisms.

    (B) The second sentence discusses new seismic tomography data about plume roots, not the plate-driven model's process.

    (C) The third sentence introduces geochemical findings, but it does not explain the mechanism by which plates could allow hotspot formation.

    (E) The sentence about the Iceland hotspot is incorrect because it gives an example supporting the model, not the general mechanism itself.

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TOEFL Reading Fragetyp 9: Insert a Sentence

Eine Frage vom Typ Insert a Sentence (Satz einfügen) gibt dir einen neuen Satz und vier Quadrate in einem Absatz. Du klickst das Quadrat an, an dem der Satz passt. Der Satz muss aus dem Satz davor folgen und zum Satz danach überleiten. Unsere Lernenden beantworten 47.6 % dieser Fragen richtig. Von den anderen Typen ist 1 schwerer und 8 leichter.

Insert-a-Sentence-Frage
[1] Spider silk is one of the most remarkable biological materials known to scientists. Different kinds of silk can be strong, flexible, lightweight, or sticky, depending on how a spider uses them. These fibers help spiders build webs, wrap prey, protect eggs, and move safely through their surroundings.

[2] One familiar type is dragline silk, which many spiders use as a structural thread in webs and as a safety line while climbing. Other silk strands are designed to capture prey by stretching easily and holding insects in place. Because spiders can produce several kinds of silk, they are able to use different fibers for different tasks.

[3] Researchers are studying spider silk proteins to develop new materials for medicine and engineering. [A] Some scientists hope to create fibers that mimic spider silk's combination of strength and flexibility for use in sutures, protective fabrics, and lightweight equipment. [B] Because natural spider silk is difficult to collect in large quantities, researchers are also testing ways to produce similar proteins in laboratories. [C] The study of spider silk not only improves our understanding of animal materials but also encourages practical innovation in many fields. [D]

There are four locations [▪] in the passage that indicate where the following sentence could be added.

Where would the sentence best fit? Select a location [▪] to add the sentence to the passage.

Those possible uses are especially attractive for devices that require both low weight and high durability.


Insert-a-Sentence-Frage
Bei einer Insert-a-Sentence-Frage bekommst du einen neuen Satz und vier Quadrate in einem Absatz. Du klickst das Quadrat an, an dem der Satz passt. Der Satz muss aus dem Satz davor folgen und zum Satz danach überleiten.
  • spellcheck Answer
    Answer: B [B]

    (B) The correct answer is Position B. The inserted sentence is "Those possible uses are especially attractive for devices that require both low weight and high durability." and it fits best in paragraph 3 because it fits the transition from "Researchers are studying spider silk proteins to develop new materials for medicine and engineering." to "Some scientists hope to create fibers that mimic spider silk's combination of strength and flexibility for use in sutures, protective fabrics, and lightweight equipment."

    (A) Position A is incorrect because that position is too early, before the paragraph introduces the idea this sentence depends on

    (C) Position C is incorrect because that position is too late, after the paragraph has already moved on to a later point

    (D) Position D is incorrect because that position is too late, after the paragraph has already moved on to a later point

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TOEFL Reading Fragetyp 10: Complete the Words

Complete the Words ist ein Aufgabentyp und zugleich ein Fragetyp. Es ist ein kurzer akademischer Text mit zehn Wörtern, bei denen die zweite Hälfte der Buchstaben fehlt. Du tippst die fehlenden Buchstaben ein. Unsere Lernenden lösen 65.3 % der Lücken richtig und brauchen für jede Lücke etwa 12 Sekunden. Unser Leitfaden zu TOEFL Complete the Words Übungen zeigt die acht Arten fehlender Wörter und wie viel Zeit du dir nehmen solltest.

Complete the Words
Planetary geology studies the surfaces, interiors, and histories of worlds beyond Earth. Resea compare craters, volc, and tectonic feat to in how pla and moons cha over imm spans of time. Diff worlds pres evidence of he, impacts, and lost atmospheres. Spacecraft images allow geologists to test ideas without direct fieldwork. Field studies and comparative records continue to refine what scholars know about this subject. Comparing cases from different regions helps researchers explain why similar processes can produce different outcomes. Planetary geology shows how familiar processes can appear differently on other worlds. Additional evidence from surveys, experiments, and archives can clarify how the process changes over time.

  • spellcheck Answer
    1. rchers (Researchers)
    2. anoes (volcanoes)
    3. ures (features)
    4. fer (infer)
    5. nets (planets)
    6. nged (changed)
    7. ense (immense)
    8. erent (Different)
    9. erve (preserve)
    10. at (heat)

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