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I was at JKK building yesterday to take TOEFL. I have to say the exam is getting more difficult. The passages were as abstruse, recondite and esoteric as a GRE reading comprehension passage. Nevertheless, it was a good dress rehearsal for the main course of GRE on 6 January. I realized that nothing compares to the real thing, I was really surprised by how much I found it difficult to grasp the passages (And I consider myself an excellent reader). That might be a problem for GRE but thankfully not for TOEFL, since you always know where to find answers. Another thing is that it helps a lot to be conversant with the format of the exam. I can't stress enough the importance of taking full length practice tests.

There were actually two accident less than 100m apart. The first accident was partially responsible for the second accident coupled with over speeding by a driver of a lorry carrying feeds. The car I was in actually miss the 2nd accident by about 60 sec and all the cars involved in the accident overtook us about 5 minutes before the 2nd accident. I am still a bit shaken. I have some observations:
1. The number of accident on Nigerian roads would dramatically reduce if drivers reduce their speeds. It is madness for any driver to be doing 140km/h on any Nigerian road, by the way these accidents happened in the good portion of the road that has just been constructed.
2. The valiant effort of FRSC officials would had to carry victims with bare hand and use their pick up trucks as make shift ambulance, because of lack of emergency response. The effort of some civilians was also noteworthy.
3. The alacrity with which some people brought out their phone to capture the accident was reprehensible. Some individuals really need to visit the shrink and get treatment for attention seeking disorder. They are more interested in facebook views than anything else.
4. No one died in the 2nd accident that involved a truck, a trailer and about 7 cars. 2 of the cars and the trailer was a total write-off. And the trailer driver was in critical condition when he was taken away from the site. It was really a miracle the accident wasn't really fatal.
5. I am safely in Lagos, I would ply the road back to Ibadan tomorrow. I pray God continue to protect us and preserve us in goodness.

Please can anyone give direction on how to get to test center JKk at Ilupeju, I would be coming from Ibadan. Thanks

I would be writing TOEFL this coming friday. Please who has an idea of a not too expensive hotel close to the test center JKK HOUSE 229 IKORODU ROAD ILUPEJU LAGOS. I am coming from Ibadan and it would be foolhardy to leave on the test day. Any links to good toefl material would also be appreciated. I have not really given TOEFL much attention, although I will use the remaining days to prepare for it.
Also, if you have any information on U.S schools that accept fall application in February or all year round, please let me know. I am writing GRE on Jan 6 and would like to submit applications towards fall 2017 admission if possible.

Congratulations Scholastica16, A score of 324 is nothing to sneeze at. What I have realized during the course of my preparation is the importance of taking practise test under exam conditions. Toward the end of the 4 hours duration, the brain is so fatigued that the test becomes a test of endurance like you rightly pointed out. Also, the quant is not a test of ability to solve the questions, but rather how fast one can solve the questions. It is imperative one practise solving quant questions under timed condition and learn to skip any tough question since all questions carry equal marks. One can always come back to it if there is time left. I am glad I learnt this while taking practise tests and not in the exam hall as I would have been devastated. Once again congrats and you score is really good.

Good morning everyone. How is the preparation for the test? I saw a useful post on quora about how GRE test scores are calculated and I just wanted to share it. https://www.quora.com/profile/Talha-Omer/Posts/How-many-Questions-Do-I-Need-to-get-Right-for-a-Good-GRE-Score
In addition those interested in practice tests should check out kmf.com

ridsan4real:
looking for safe schools for fully funded/research assistantship in animal science for phd .
Bsc= 4.16/5.00
Msc=5.4/7.00
thanks!

Start browsing for school, It is as simple as typing '' PhD Animal science in US University '' into Google. You search result would contain links to Programme webpages where you would be able to find alot of information including on funding. Alternatively, look for journal publication authored by US researchers in your field of interest and check the Programme websites of the specific schools. From my searched most PhD in Science in US are fully funded and comes with stipends.
Lastly, Your GPA is good enough, You meet the minimum GPA requirement of most institutions.

iCool:
Magoosh videos - https://www.dropbox.com/s/gb59spt3p8ze590/MG%20Prm%20Vidz.rar?dl=0

Another link for the videos - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzH3jPJPYLjlRGl6STRmRExLMWs/view



Manhattan 4th edition - https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0B6FBl1JdVum6Um4yRTdNN1gxa2c&export=download



Gruber, Nover, Baron, ETS Quant & Verbal Practice booklets - https://www.dropbox.com/sh/zmshe3dzsdkzwfe/AADzNPplTrgqrYdS4IfNZ7zZa?dl=0


All links tested and are working. Use either of the first two for the videos (~1gig in size) and 230mb for the Manhattan books.
Good luck to you.

@ModestGal, You can get the study materials from the links above. I didn't see your PM, but I have sent you a PM.

ModestGal:
I would have loved that,bt distanc may not permit, i wouldnt mind meeting smone writing the test too in IBadan,mayb dat wl motivate me more

I am in Ibadan and also preparing for GRE. I am actually enjoying the preparation. I would be willing to help. My little way of giving back because I have benefited greatly from this forum.

May Allah assist and aid you in your struggle for truth and light .OAU has always been a Beacon for Muslim students in Nigeria, And anyone who seeks to extinguish it we not succeed. May Allah rectify our affairs especially the so Called Muslim community and it's surrogates.
Mods the accusation is on front page, it is important to have this rejoinder on the front page too in the interest of fairness and justice.

Nice, I got 3 out of 5

I would provide some answers
It is an ad against child molestation
It uses the pic of a young girl, (young girls are the most common victim)
She is alone both physically and emotionally, most abuse takes place when victim is alone with the abuser and most victims suffer the emotional trauma alone
The hands.............. complete the rest, let's get thinking

An advert for Orion telescope

Social Ads can be inherently creative, but behind the pictures that grabs your attention there are usually multilayered messages. Are you smart and creative enough to decipher these subtleties? So what are these ads about and how many clues can you pick out. Let solve these ad puzzles.
First up is this powerful ad with at least 5 intricate details that help relay the message.

First state what the ad is about and then list the details or ideas in the ad.

Liking isn't helping, Volunteer to help

Don't talk to him on phone while He drives, then Think of both sides adverts

THE SIGNS ARE THERE FOR A REASON campaign featured real people who’d been injured by reckless drivers.
They stood in the street and held up the exact signs those drivers had ignored

Advert about the Use of seat belts. One click Can change your life, Buckle up. Then buckle up stay alive

Social ad against child molestation and abuse

Obesity starts at a young age

Apple's advert for says it all

In a campaign for Black Tower security, advertising agency TBWA/Vancouver demonstrated that some people will take whatever they can get their hands on.

The agency lined a 10x20ft billboard with sought-after household items like framed paintings, rugs, pillows, and cookware on a Friday afternoon. By the end of the weekend, the board was bare, revealing the campaign's simple anti-theft message: 'People Steal. Black Tower Home Security

Really strong teeth

Who can explain the idea behind this Ikea furniture advert on Valentines day?

Am not sure if this is the right section, Please mods help me move to right section and the front page if possible Thanks

15. The color of this hair dye advert changes throughout the day

14. Billboard advert war among Airlines. First Kingfisher took on Jet Airlines, Then a witty reply by a third airline

13. Wise, really wise

olatunjithomas:
SPACE BOOKED

NO TRESPASSING

Yeah the message is clear , Same as this

12. Chupa Chups It is sugar free

Everyone is free to post, I will be back with more, cc Lalasticlala