Part 1
Examiner
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Candidate
Yes, I love taking uh, pictures, especially natural scenery like rivers, umm, fields and mountains. Uh, I find it's a fun activity and I love sharing pictures on social media. That's why I that's why I love it.
Examiner
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Candidate
I prefer views of rural areas because it's more breathtaking and eye-catching. Especially I love to taking pictures of natural sceneries, rivers, mountains and fields and also I enjoy uploading pictures on Instagram.
Examiner
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Candidate
I prefer usually to my own country because I'm connected with my own area and I, I have not visited so many places yet. So, uh, it would be the best idea for me to explore that places at the same time, uh, these places remind me childhood.
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Score: 72.0Suggestion: Reduce hesitation and repetition, give a clearer topic sentence and one or two specific supporting details. Keep the answer within 3–4 concise sentences and use a linking word when adding reasons.
Example: Yes, I enjoy taking photos of different views, especially natural scenery like rivers, fields and mountains. For example, last summer I photographed a mountain sunrise and shared the best shots on Instagram because I liked how the light changed the colors. I find it relaxing and a nice way to record memories.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Score: 70.0Suggestion: Start with a clear topic sentence, avoid repeating the same examples, and connect ideas with linking words (for example, 'because' and 'also'). Add a specific example or slight comparison to show why rural views appeal more.
Example: I prefer rural views because they feel more peaceful and visually striking. For instance, I like photographing rivers and mountain ridges since they offer dramatic compositions, whereas urban scenes often feel cluttered. Also, I enjoy posting these rural shots on Instagram to share the calm atmosphere with friends.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Score: 65.0Suggestion: Make the main point more direct and correct grammar (e.g., 'I usually prefer views in my own country'). Use one or two specific reasons with clear linking words and avoid repetition. Provide a concise personal example to support the preference.
Example: I usually prefer views in my own country because I feel a strong personal connection to the places I grew up in. For example, visiting a nearby lakeside brings back childhood memories and I enjoy exploring local landscapes before traveling abroad. In addition, I haven't traveled widely yet, so I want to discover more at home first.
× I prefer views of rural areas because it's more breathtaking and eye-catching.
✓ I prefer views of rural areas because they are more breathtaking and eye-catching.
The subject 'views' is plural, so the verb and pronoun must agree. Using 'they are' matches plural subject. Also avoid contraction 'it's' referring to plural noun. Suggestion: Use plural verb forms with plural nouns: 'views... they are'.
× Especially I love to taking pictures of natural sceneries, rivers, mountains and fields and also I enjoy uploading pictures on Instagram.
✓ Especially I love taking pictures of natural scenery, rivers, mountains and fields, and I also enjoy uploading pictures on Instagram.
The pattern is 'love + verb-ing', not 'love to taking' (incorrect infinitive + -ing). 'Scenery' is an uncountable noun and should not be pluralized as 'sceneries'. Also add a comma before 'and' for clarity. Suggestion: Use 'love taking' and the uncountable form 'scenery'.
× I prefer usually to my own country because I'm connected with my own area and I, I have not visited so many places yet.
✓ I usually prefer my own country because I'm connected to my area and I have not visited many places yet.
Word order: 'usually prefer' is the natural placement. 'Prefer to my own country' is incorrect; say 'prefer my own country'. Use 'connected to' rather than 'connected with' in this context. 'So many places' is awkward with 'not'; 'many places' is more natural. Removed repeated filler 'I,'. Suggestion: Place adverbs like 'usually' before the verb, use 'connected to', and use 'many' with negatives.
× So, uh, it would be the best idea for me to explore that places at the same time, uh, these places remind me childhood.
✓ So, it would be the best idea for me to explore those places; at the same time, those places remind me of my childhood.
Use 'those' (plural) instead of 'that' for plural 'places'. 'Remind me childhood' is missing the preposition 'of' and the possessive 'my' before 'childhood'. Also replace run-on with a semicolon or separate sentences and remove filler 'uh'. Suggestion: Use 'those places' for plural reference and 'remind me of my childhood'.