Part 1
Examinador
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Candidato
Yes, I like to make pictures of different views. It's so interesting for me.
Examinador
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Candidato
I prefer urban areas because it's more beautiful and I really like it.
Examinador
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Candidato
I prefer views in other countries because I like to travel, but I like views in my country too because it's so beautiful, I think.
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Puntuación: 65.0Sugerencia: Ваша відповідь зрозуміла, але занадто коротка і має дрібні помилки у слововживанні. Спробуйте почати з тематичного речення, потім додати 1–2 конкретні деталі або приклади, використовуючи слова-зв’язки (наприклад, because, for example, especially). Уникайте тавтології і замініть «make pictures» на більш природні фрази як «take photos».
Ejemplo: Yes, I enjoy taking photos of different views because I find landscapes and cityscapes visually inspiring. For example, I often photograph sunsets and busy streets when I travel, as they capture unique light and atmosphere.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Puntuación: 55.0Sugerencia: Відповідь занадто загальна і містить граматичну неточність («it’s more beautiful» без порівняльного об'єкта). Додайте чітку причину і хоча б одну конкретну деталь, використовуючи зв’язки (for example, because, while). Поясніть, що саме вам подобається в міських пейзажах.
Ejemplo: I prefer urban views because I appreciate the architectural variety and vibrant street life. For example, I enjoy photographing historic buildings and colorful marketplaces, which often offer interesting contrasts and lively scenes.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Puntuación: 60.0Sugerencia: Ваша відповідь містить корисну ідею, але звучить трохи невпевнено і повторює думки. Будьте конкретнішими: назвіть одну причину, чому подобаються закордонні краєвиди, і одну сильну позитивну рису вітчизняних краєвидів. Використовуйте зв’язки (however, although, because) та уникайте фрази «I think» в кінці.
Ejemplo: I prefer views in other countries because traveling lets me discover unfamiliar landscapes and cultural architecture. However, I also appreciate scenery at home for its natural beauty and familiar charm, such as local mountains and coastal areas.
× Yes, I like to make pictures of different views.
✓ Yes, I like taking pictures of different views.
The verb 'like' is commonly followed by either the gerund (verb+ing) or the infinitive with little change in meaning, but when talking about hobbies or activities, the gerund is more natural in English (I like taking pictures). Use of 'to make pictures' is unnatural; 'take pictures' is the correct collocation. Suggestion: Use 'taking pictures' to describe a habitual activity: 'I like taking pictures of different views.'
× It's so interesting for me.
✓ It's very interesting to me.
The phrase 'interesting for me' is not the most natural collocation; native speakers say 'interesting to me.' Also, 'so' can be used but 'very' is more neutral. Use 'to' after 'interesting' when expressing personal opinion. Suggestion: Say 'It's very interesting to me.' or 'I find it very interesting.'
× I prefer urban areas because it's more beautiful and I really like it.
✓ I prefer urban areas because they are more beautiful and I really like them.
The pronoun 'it' refers to a singular noun, but 'urban areas' is plural, so plural agreement is required. Use 'they are' (plural verb) and 'them' (plural pronoun). Also 'more beautiful' needs a clear comparison; context implies comparison with rural areas, which is acceptable. Suggestion: Ensure subject-pronoun agreement: 'they are' and 'them' for plural nouns.
× I prefer views in other countries because I like to travel, but I like views in my country too because it's so beautiful, I think.
✓ I prefer views in other countries because I like to travel, but I like views in my country too because they are so beautiful, I think.
Same issue as above: 'views' and 'my country' refer to plural or multiple views, so using 'it is' ('it's') is mismatched. 'They are' correctly agrees with 'views.' If referring to 'my country' itself as singular, 'it's so beautiful' would be correct, but the sentence context refers to 'views in my country,' so use plural agreement. Suggestion: Decide whether you refer to the country (singular) or the views (plural) and match pronouns and verbs accordingly: 'they are so beautiful' for views, or 'it's so beautiful' for the country.