Views— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Be more concise and correct small grammar errors. Start with a clear topic sentence, then add one specific supporting detail and a brief reason. Avoid repetition (e.g., "the the"). Use linking words like "however" to show contrast.

Example: Yes, I enjoy photographing different views, especially scenic or historical places that have a classic atmosphere. However, I prefer shooting people and animals because they convey more expression and dynamic movement, which makes the photos more engaging.

Suggestion: Answer directly, correct sentence structure and avoid trailing or incomplete phrases. Provide one or two specific reasons and use linking words (e.g., "because" and "for example"). Keep to under five sentences.

Example: I prefer photographing urban areas because I grew up in the city and feel more comfortable there. For example, urban streets offer interesting architecture, varied lighting, and lively scenes that are easier for me to compose and capture.

Suggestion: Be clearer and more structured: state your general preference, then give two specific contrasting examples with linking words (e.g., "for example" and "however"). Correct small grammar ("taking it to other countries" → "taking them in other countries").

Example: I like taking photos both in my country and abroad. For example, I prefer photographing beaches and coastal scenes in the Philippines because of its white sand and clear water; however, I usually travel to other countries to photograph mountain scenery and historical sites because they offer different landscapes and architecture.

× Yes, I love taking pictures of different views, especially when they involve scenic or historical places that gives off a classic vibe.

✓ Yes, I love taking pictures of different views, especially when they involve scenic or historical places that give off a classic vibe.

The relative clause 'that give off a classic vibe' must agree with the plural antecedent 'places.' Use the base verb 'give' not 'gives.' Suggestion: match plural subjects with plural verbs; read the sentence to identify the noun the relative clause refers to.

× But I don't like it as much as subjects that involve people and animals because to me the the latter gives much more expression and dynamic to the photo.

✓ But I don't like it as much as subjects that involve people and animals because to me the latter give much more expression and dynamism to the photo.

The pronoun 'the latter' refers to the plural noun 'subjects,' so the verb should be plural 'give' (subject-verb agreement). Also 'dynamic' as a noun is incorrect; use 'dynamism' or use adjective with a noun (e.g., 'more dynamic qualities'). Remove the repeated word 'the the.' Suggestion: ensure pronouns agree in number and choose correct noun forms.

× I prefer taking photos in urban areas because I myself am a city girl, hence I find urban places much more familiar and comfortable to work with as compared to those in rural areas which I find quite challenging because of circumstances such as the.

✓ I prefer taking photos in urban areas because I am a city girl, so I find urban places much more familiar and comfortable to work with compared to rural areas, which I find quite challenging because of circumstances such as limited infrastructure or difficult access.

The original sentence ends abruptly ('such as the.') making it incomplete. Also 'I myself am' is wordy; use 'I am.' 'As compared to those in rural areas' is wordy—use 'compared to rural areas.' Suggestion: complete the example after 'such as' with concrete items and simplify redundant phrases for clarity.

× There are views that I prefer taking in my own country, the Philippines.

✓ There are views that I prefer to take in my own country, the Philippines.

Use the infinitive 'to take' after 'prefer' when followed by a verb. The structure 'prefer taking' is acceptable but here 'prefer to take' is clearer. No article change needed for 'the Philippines.' Suggestion: choose consistent verb patterns (prefer + gerund or prefer + to-infinitive) and use the infinitive for clarity.

× For instance, since the Philippines is known for its white sands and beaches, I prefer taking photos of the subjects in the Philippines.

✓ For instance, since the Philippines is known for its white sands and beaches, I prefer taking photos of subjects there.

Repeating 'in the Philippines' is redundant after mentioning the country; use 'there.' Also 'the subjects in the Philippines' is awkward—'subjects there' is clearer. Suggestion: avoid unnecessary repetition and use concise pronouns when the reference is clear.

× But when it comes to mountain sceneries and historical places, I think I prefer taking it to other countries.

✓ But when it comes to mountain scenery and historical places, I think I prefer taking those photos in other countries.

'Sceneries' is uncountable or usually 'scenery' not plural 'sceneries.' 'Taking it to other countries' is incorrect: 'taking those photos in other countries' correctly refers to photographing those subjects in other countries. Suggestion: use 'scenery' for landscapes and ensure pronouns agree in number with the noun they refer to.