Machine— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Your answer is clear and relevant, but it can be improved by adding linking words and more specific details to make it more coherent and engaging. Also, try to avoid redundancy by not repeating similar ideas.

Example: My favourite machine at home is the microwave oven because it is very convenient. For instance, I use it every morning to quickly heat milk for my coffee, which helps me save time before starting my day.

Suggestion: Your answer addresses the question but lacks fluency and contains some hesitations. Try to use linking words to connect ideas smoothly and correct minor errors (e.g., 'mock' should be 'mop'). Also, provide more specific reasons or examples to support your opinion.

Example: Although I am not very familiar with sweeping machines because most people I know use a mop to clean their houses, I believe washing machines are very important. They save a lot of time since you only need to put in your clothes and detergent, then switch on the machine to get clean clothes effortlessly.

Suggestion: Your answer is relevant and mostly clear. To improve, try to use linking words to connect your ideas and avoid starting sentences with 'Yes, I do' alone. Also, you can add a specific example to make your answer more vivid.

Example: I usually read the instructions before using a machine, especially if it is complicated. For example, when I bought a new coffee maker, I carefully read the manual to understand its functions, which helped me use it properly and avoid errors.

Suggestion: Your answer is direct and relevant, but it can be enhanced by using linking words and providing more specific reasons or examples. Also, avoid informal phrases like 'To be honest' in formal speaking tests.

Example: Yes, I believe it is important to read the instructions because each machine has unique features and functions. For instance, reading the manual helps users operate the machine correctly and prevents potential damage or mistakes.

× I don't know much about, uh, sweeping machines because most people that I know use a mock to clean their house.

✓ I don't know much about, uh, sweeping machines because most people that I know use a mop to clean their house.

The word 'mock' is a spelling error and should be 'mop', which is a singular noun referring to a cleaning tool. This correction ensures the sentence makes sense and refers to the correct object used for cleaning.

× However, washing machines can be extremely convenient at time saving.

✓ However, washing machines can be extremely convenient for time saving.

The preposition 'at' is incorrectly used here. The correct preposition to express purpose or benefit is 'for'. Hence, 'convenient for time saving' is the correct phrase.

× You just have to insert your clothes, post some detergent and switch on the machine and you get clean clothes.

✓ You just have to insert your clothes, put some detergent and switch on the machine and you get clean clothes.

The word 'post' is incorrectly used instead of 'put'. 'Put' is the correct verb to indicate placing detergent into the machine.

× Every machine has its own features and functions, so you really need to read the instruction manual before you use them to avoid any mistakes.

✓ Every machine has its own features and functions, so you really need to read the instruction manual before you use it to avoid any mistakes.

The pronoun 'them' is plural but refers back to the singular noun 'machine'. The correct singular pronoun is 'it' to maintain agreement.