Part 1
Examiner
Do you use headphones?
Candidate
Yes I do, especially when I'm out or I'm having my me time. I usually wear my headphones so I'll be able to listen to my favorite music. My favorite artist is Michael Jackson and music I think is one of the most underrated.
Examiner
What type of headphones do you use?
Candidate
I definitely go with the wired headphones because here in the Philippines it's more cheaper compared to the wireless ones and I think it's easier to maintain and efficient.
Examiner
When would you use headphones?
Candidate
Sometimes I use headphones when my daughter is sleeping so I won't be able to to interrupt her afternoon naps, or sometimes when I want to watch something that they're not interested to. So that's it.
Examiner
In what conditions would you not use headphones?
Candidate
Definitely, I will not use headphones when I'm in the church or I'm having my family bonding or going out with friends because I think it's disrespectful and you only use headphones when you want something to do with yourself.
Examiner
Is wearing headphones comfortable?
Candidate
I think it depends on what position you're gonna use the headphones. If you're standing upright or sitting down, I think it's comfortable. But if you're laying down in your bed and you try to sleep and you lay down on the other side of the bed, left or right, I think it's more difficult.
Do you use headphones?
Score: 78.0Suggestion: Be more concise and correct minor grammar and cohesion issues. Start with a clear topic sentence, then add one or two specific supporting details using linking words. Avoid repetition (e.g., "I'm having my me time" and "so I'll be able").
Example: Yes — I use headphones regularly, especially when I’m commuting or having some quiet time at home. For example, I listen to Michael Jackson and other pop classics because music helps me relax and focus while I’m out.
What type of headphones do you use?
Score: 72.0Suggestion: Give a clear topic sentence, correct comparative grammar, and add a short reason with linking words. Replace "more cheaper" with "cheaper" and avoid long run-on sentences.
Example: I usually choose wired headphones because they are cheaper in the Philippines and more durable. Also, they are easier to maintain and more reliable for long listening sessions.
When would you use headphones?
Score: 68.0Suggestion: Start with a direct answer, fix grammar and clarity errors, and use linking words. Be specific about occasions and correct pronoun/reference mistakes ("they're not interested to" → "they're not interested in"). Avoid filler like "So that's it."
Example: I wear headphones when my daughter is sleeping so I don’t disturb her naps. I also use them when I want to watch shows that my family members aren’t interested in, such as documentaries or music videos.
In what conditions would you not use headphones?
Score: 74.0Suggestion: Provide a concise topic sentence and two specific situations with brief reasons using linking words. Remove vague phrasing like "something to do with yourself" and correct collocations ("family bonding" → "family time").
Example: I avoid using headphones in church and during family time or when I’m out with friends because it seems rude and prevents social interaction. In those situations, I prefer to be fully present and listen to others.
Is wearing headphones comfortable?
Score: 76.0Suggestion: Answer directly, correct informal language ("gonna" → "are going to"), and use linking words to contrast situations. Be more concise and avoid repetitive phrasing about sides of the bed.
Example: It depends on the position. Headphones are comfortable when I’m sitting or standing, but they can be uncomfortable for sleeping because they press against your ears when you lie on your side.
× My favorite artist is Michael Jackson and music I think is one of the most underrated.
✓ My favorite artist is Michael Jackson, and I think music is one of the most underrated.
The original sentence has awkward word order. The verb 'think' applies to the subject 'I' and should immediately follow it. Reordering to 'I think music is...' places subject and verb correctly and improves clarity.
× I definitely go with the wired headphones because here in the Philippines it's more cheaper compared to the wireless ones and I think it's easier to maintain and efficient.
✓ I definitely go with wired headphones because here in the Philippines they are cheaper compared to wireless ones, and I think they are easier to maintain and more efficient.
Use 'cheaper' not 'more cheaper' (double comparative). Also replace 'it's' with 'they are' to agree with plural 'headphones.' Add 'more' before 'efficient' for comparison. Ensure plural agreement throughout.
× Sometimes I use headphones when my daughter is sleeping so I won't be able to to interrupt her afternoon naps, or sometimes when I want to watch something that they're not interested to.
✓ Sometimes I use headphones when my daughter is sleeping so I won't interrupt her afternoon naps, or sometimes when I want to watch something that they're not interested in.
'Won't be able to to interrupt' is incorrect; use 'won't interrupt' to express the intended meaning. Also use the preposition 'in' after 'interested.' Removed duplicate 'to.'
× I will not use headphones when I'm in the church or I'm having my family bonding or going out with friends because I think it's disrespectful and you only use headphones when you want something to do with yourself.
✓ I will not use headphones when I'm at church, during family bonding, or when going out with friends because I think it's disrespectful; you only use headphones when you want time to yourself.
Use 'at church' not 'in the church' for general attendance. 'During family bonding' is a better phrase than 'having my family bonding.' 'Time to yourself' is the idiomatic expression instead of 'something to do with yourself.' Also split into clearer clauses and ensure consistent prepositions.
× I think it depends on what position you're gonna use the headphones.
✓ I think it depends on what position you are going to use the headphones in.
Avoid informal 'gonna' in formal responses; use 'are going to.' Also include the preposition 'in' at the end ('use the headphones in') to complete the verb phrase.
× But if you're laying down in your bed and you try to sleep and you lay down on the other side of the bed, left or right, I think it's more difficult.
✓ But if you're lying down in bed and try to sleep and you turn to your left or right, I think it's more difficult.
Use 'lying' (present participle of 'lie' meaning recline) not 'laying' (which requires an object). 'In bed' is preferred over 'in your bed.' 'Turn to your left or right' is clearer than 'lay down on the other side of the bed.'