Machine— Part 1 Informe

Sugerencia: Start with a clear topic sentence, then add one or two concise supporting details using linking words. Avoid slightly odd phrasing (e.g. “astonished to find that it can make…”) and be careful with accuracy (refrigerators usually shouldn’t ice in the main compartment). Use varied vocabulary and a smoother linking word like “because” or “for example.”

Ejemplo: My favourite appliance at home is the refrigerator because it keeps food fresh for longer. For example, since I moved to London I’ve noticed it cools more effectively than my old fridge in Japan, which saved me money on groceries. As a result, I waste less food and cook more at home.

Sugerencia: Use plural forms correctly and link contrasting ideas with a clear connector (e.g. “however” or “by contrast”). Give a brief specific reason or example for each view. Avoid repetitive structures and tighten sentences to two or three lines.

Ejemplo: Yes, washing machines are essential because they save me hours of work each week; for example, I can wash a full load in under an hour instead of hand-washing. However, robotic sweepers are less important to me because I prefer using a broom for quick touch-ups and it’s cheaper to maintain.

Sugerencia: Good structure and clear reasoning. To improve, add a brief linking phrase to make the contrast stronger (e.g. “but” or “however”) and provide a specific example of a problem that made you check instructions. This will make your answer more concrete and convincing.

Ejemplo: I usually don't read instructions because it feels time-consuming, but if a machine shows an error or behaves strangely I quickly check the manual or search online. For example, when my washing machine started leaking I looked up the error code online and fixed a loose hose.

Sugerencia: Good idea and example. Improve by refining the phrasing (e.g. “user-friendly”) and adding a contrasting statement to show balance (when reading instructions is useful). Use a linking word such as “although” or “however.”

Ejemplo: I don't think instructions are always necessary because many products are designed to be user-friendly. However, for complex devices like DSLR cameras or washing machines with many settings, reading the manual can help you avoid mistakes and get better results.

× I think washing machine is very important for my daily life because it can save me a lot of time and effort.

✓ I think washing machines are very important for my daily life because they can save me a lot of time and effort.

The noun 'washing machine' should be plural when speaking generally about the appliance category. Use plural 'washing machines' and plural pronoun 'they' to match. This ensures subject and pronoun number agreement. Suggestion: Use plural nouns and matching pronouns when talking about things in general (e.g., 'computers are useful; they help us').

× On the other hand, I don't think sweeping a machine is important because I can manage it without using it and using some brooms and a dustbin.

✓ On the other hand, I don't think a sweeping machine is important because I can manage without it by using some brooms and a dustpan.

The phrase 'sweeping a machine' mixes verb and noun forms; the intended noun is 'sweeping machine' (or 'vacuum cleaner'). Also 'a dustbin' is not the tool for sweeping; 'dustpan' is appropriate. Remove the extra 'using it' and rephrase 'manage without it' for clarity. Suggestion: Use correct noun order ('sweeping machine') and choose the correct tool name ('dustpan') and simplify redundant phrasing.

× I don't usually read instructions before using machines because I find it time consuming.

✓ I don't usually read the instructions before using machines because I find it time-consuming.

When referring to instructions in general contexts, using the definite article 'the' is natural here. Also 'time consuming' should be hyphenated as 'time-consuming' when used as a compound adjective before a noun or in this predicate position. Suggestion: Use 'the instructions' and hyphenate compound adjectives 'time-consuming'.

× When I first came to London, I was very astonished to find that it can make food and beverages much colder than those in Japan.

✓ When I first came to London, I was very astonished to find that they could make food and beverages much colder than those in Japan.

The original mixes past context ('When I first came') with present tense 'can'. In a past narrative, modal verb should be backshifted to 'could'. Also 'it' refers to 'the refrigerator' but the student mentioned 'the refrigerator' earlier; if speaking about refrigerators in general, use 'they'. Ensure pronoun matches antecedent. Suggestion: Match verb tense to the time frame and ensure pronoun number matches the noun ('refrigerator' -> 'it'; 'refrigerators' -> 'they').

× For example, I sometimes see ice forming inside the main compartment, not just in the freezer.

✓ For example, I sometimes see ice forming inside the main compartment, not just in the freezer.

This sentence is grammatically correct. No correction needed. It correctly uses gerund 'forming' and articles 'the'. Suggestion: No change.

× However, if I encounter serious errors and unfamiliar faults, I sometimes search for information on Google or read manuals online so that I can prevent further problems.

✓ However, if I encounter serious errors or unfamiliar faults, I sometimes search for information on Google or read manuals online so that I can prevent further problems.

The original used 'and' between 'serious errors' and 'unfamiliar faults' which implies both must occur; 'or' is clearer to indicate either problem type triggers the action. The verb forms are otherwise correct. Suggestion: Use 'or' to indicate alternative conditions.

× I don't think reading instructions is always necessary because manufacturers try to make machines more user friendly so that users don't have to deal with complicated processes.

✓ I don't think reading the instructions is always necessary because manufacturers try to make machines more user-friendly so that users don't have to deal with complicated processes.

Add 'the' before 'instructions' for natural reference. 'User friendly' should be hyphenated as 'user-friendly' when used as a compound adjective. These changes improve idiomatic English and readability. Suggestion: Use 'the instructions' and hyphenate compound adjectives ('user-friendly').

× For example, when considering the iPhone, we don't have to read user manuals before.

✓ For example, when considering the iPhone, we didn't have to read user manuals before.

The sentence refers to past experience or conventional practice before; pairing 'before' implies a past viewpoint, so use past tense 'didn't have to'. Alternatively, remove 'before' and keep present tense. Also 'user manuals' could take 'the' depending on context. Suggestion: Match tense with 'before' by using past tense ('didn't have to') or remove 'before' to stay in present tense.