Bike— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Your response simply repeated the examiner's question instead of answering. To improve, answer directly with a clear topic sentence (yes/no), then add 1–2 specific supporting details using linking words. Keep it natural and no more than 3–4 sentences. For example, mention when you got the bike, what kind it was, and a short memory or reason why it mattered.

Example: Yes, I had a bike when I was a child. I got it when I was seven and it was a small red bicycle with training wheels. Because it was the first thing that gave me independence, I used to ride it to my friend’s house every afternoon.

Suggestion: Again, you repeated the question rather than giving an opinion. Give a clear topic sentence stating your view, then support it with 1–2 specific reasons and a linking word (for example, because / however). Mention context (cities, rural areas, or commuting) to be specific and relevant.

Example: Yes, bikes are quite popular in my country, especially in cities, because many people use them for short commutes and to avoid traffic. However, they are less common in rural areas where distances are longer and public transport is limited.

× Did you have a bike when you were a child?

✓ Yes, I had a bike when I was a child.

The original student response simply repeated the examiner's question, which is a sentence structure error because it does not answer the question. Provide a statement with a subject and verb in the past tense to match the time frame 'when you were a child.' Suggestion: use 'Yes, I had a bike when I was a child.' or 'No, I didn’t have a bike when I was a child.' to give a clear answer.

× Do you think bikes are popular in your country?

✓ Yes, I think bikes are popular in my country.

The student repeated the examiner's question instead of answering. The correct response should use present tense to express current opinion, matching the examiner's present-tense question. Suggestion: respond with 'Yes, I think bikes are popular in my country.' or 'No, I don't think bikes are popular in my country.' and expand with reasons if required.