Free TOEFL iBT - Sample test

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Fill in the missing letters in the paragraph. (Questions 1–3)


The rapid expansion of urban infrastructure in the 19th century fundamentally 1trans the way societies organized public space.
Municipal authorities were 2inc tasked with reconciling the competing demands of industrial growth and civic welfare.
Consequently, city planners 3dev increasingly sophisticated frameworks to manage population density, sanitation, and transportation networks.

Read the notice and answer the questions. (Questions 4–5)

NOTICE — University Bike RegistrationAll students who bring a bicycle to campus must register it with the Campus Security Office. Registration helps prevent theft and allows security staff to identify bicycles that belong to students. To register your bicycle, visit the Campus Security Office between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on weekdays. Bring your student ID and complete a short registration form. After registering, you will receive a small sticker to place on your bicycle.

Q4 Why must students register their bicycles?

Q5 Where should students go to register their bicycles?

Read the text and answer the question. (Question 6)

HISTORICAL-TEXT — The First Public MuseumsIn the 18th and 19th centuries, many cities began creating public museums. Before this time, collections of art and historical objects usually belonged to kings or wealthy collectors. Public museums changed this idea. They opened their doors to ordinary people. Visitors could see paintings, scientific instruments, and historical artifacts. These museums had an educational purpose. Teachers often brought students to learn about science, art, and history by observing real objects. As a result, museums became important centers of public education.

Q6 What was the main purpose of early public museums?