Is the TOEFL difficult for Indian students?

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a year ago

Many students, both from India and the United States, may find the TOEFL exam challenging. This is because the test focuses on academic topics and uses advanced vocabulary that might not be commonly encountered in everyday conversations. The exam often includes academic vocabulary with Latin origins

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a year ago

Yes, the TOEFL exam is relatively difficult than other English tests. However, the difficulty is subjective and depends on your current English proficiency level and preparation. While challenges like vocabulary gaps and adapting to the computer format (for the iBT) are common, dedicated preparation

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