TOEFL iBT Test

I took the toefl iBT test on 18th April (Saturday) at Guidance View Midvalley Bouvelard Offices. The test took approximately 4 hours in total, starting at 9am and ending at 1pm. If you finish early you can leave early.

IMPORTANT: Go to the loo before test starts!

The test started with reading (4 passages, 42 questions) then followed by listening. For listening there were quite many passages, I don't remember how many cos I was busy taking down notes and answering questions in order to enter the rest session ASAP to go to pee! You have no idea how desperate I was. You will be given a 5 minute computer-automated break after two sections. Then it was speaking and finally writing.

It wasn't that hard, but it is best to look through the sample tests available online to familiarize yourself with the format of the test. Speaking requires a bit of practice to make sure you clearly state the important points within 45 seconds. I would suggest the following:

1 sentence - introduction
2 sentences - main point + elaboration
2 sentences - second point + elaboration (if time permits)
1 sentence - conclusion

I didn't really do well, sometimes the time ended before I even finish speaking / make clear my points, but the examiners were kind to me - they awarded me 27/30, which I think is really high.

You will be given one hour for writing, just make sure your essay flows, and best if you have at least 2 main points in it.

This is my overall score for your reference. I got 112/120, which is quite good lah! Thank God for the good results.

Q&A:

1. My Chinese name is Lim La La, how should I fill in my first and last names when I sign up?
I don't know about other countries, but in Malaysia our test authorities are familiar with Chinese names, so you can just fill in as below:

First name / Given name: La La
Last name / Family name: Lim

In your TOEFL iBT page you will see your ID as La La Lim, but it does not affect your registration / scores.

2. What documents should I bring for the test?

Passport and/or ID, depending on the requirements. Read the rules again clearly. 

3. What time should I arrive at the test center on THE DAY?

I'm not sure about other offices, but Guidance View opens at 8.20am in the morning, so I suggest you to be there latest by 8.30am to be safe if you take it at GV. If you're afraid that you can't find it, better go there once earlier to survey the grounds - that's what I did.

For other test venues, make a phone call to the office and ask for the time students are required to be there. And again, survey the grounds beforehand if you are not sure.

4. Can I drink water during the test?
In GV, we are allowed to put the water tumblers on the table.

If you have any other questions, please leave a comment below, I will try my best to answer you!

Nivea Flaunt It. Firm & Fair with Adam Saaks

I won 2 VIP tickets to Nivea's Fashion Show featuring Adam Saaks. Initially we planned to head to Midvalley at 6.30pm cos we were worried about the traffic jam, but Mieyna got stuck in traffic jam prior to that so we only started going at 7.30pm! Then Mieyna said we can use the jalan belakang (back road) leading to Midvalley. We ended up somewhere near Bangsar and successfully got lost and had to make a detour. When we reached Midvalley, it's already 8pm and the show's  already starting, so we didn't get to sit at the VIP seats. :/

The registration counter

Model showing the latest products from Nivea skincare range.

Adam Saaks

Introducing Adam Saaks, who came all the way from LA!

Yasmin Hani

Yasmin Hani showing her finished cut

Emely Poon

Emely Poon!

Emely's starting cut.

Emely Poon getting her back cut from Adam Saaks!

Emely looks a bit nervous haha

Emely's finished look - quite conservative, I'd say

Model's Cut

Starting

In progress

Sexy front view! Basically nothing is spared except for the boobs part haha

Side view 

Back view

After the Show

After the show, we were treated to some refreshments! 

Cheers

Photos with the Stars

With Adam Scissor Hands

With Emely Poon

Overall it was quite a fun and enjoyable night of both of us. My only regret is that I didn't wear the right type of clothes that would allow me to go onstage to have my own cut! :'(

Nivea's really generous with their door gifts. Check out what's in my goodie bag:

Thanks a lot, Nivea Malaysia!

That's all for today. 

Nite, my darlings.

Outing with Elicia!

It was almost one year since our last meet-up! So happy that I get to see my old friend Elicia again! Initially I said both of us must wear dress, but ended up only I did. LOL. But at least we 心有灵犀一点通 and had matching nautical stripes in our outfits. 

We had Killer Gourmet Burgers for dinner.

We had the KGB Spiked Diner Burger, approx RM16 incl tax.

It's my first time eating this, and it tastes awesome!

Next, we headed over to Magnum.

On our way to our first customized Magnum!

The various toppings for you to choose from.

Presenting our RM9.90 personalized ice-cream!

Some selfies before we go back.

 I had a great time today, looking forward to more meet-ups with you, Elisia! Thanks for everything! :)