Bike— Part 1 採点レポート

提案: Your answer is grammatically correct but too short and slightly repetitive (‘did have’ is wordy). Start with a direct topic sentence, then add one or two specific supporting details (where you rode it, who taught you, or a memorable moment). Use linking words if you add details. Keep responses natural and under five sentences.

例: Yes, I had a bike when I was a child. I learned to ride it in my neighborhood park, and my older brother taught me how to balance. Because I practiced every day, I became confident enough to join local weekend rides.

提案: Your idea is clear but the sentence has grammatical errors and is repetitive (‘bike’ count and articles). Begin with a direct opinion, then give specific reasons or examples and use linking words (for example, because, for instance, therefore). Avoid vague phrases like ‘I saw many people’—say where and when. Keep it concise (1–3 sentences).

例: Yes, I think bicycles are very popular in my country. For example, many people use them to commute in the city center during rush hour because they are cheap and avoid traffic, and there are also growing bike lanes that encourage cycling.

× Yes, I did have a bike when I was a child.

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

The sentence uses the auxiliary 'did' with the past tense verb 'have', creating redundancy. In affirmative simple past statements, do-support is not used; the correct form is the past tense verb alone ('I had'). Suggestion: Use 'did' only in past simple questions or negatives (e.g., 'Did you have...?' or 'I did not have...').

× Yes, I do think bike is popular in my country because I saw many people riding the bike.

✓ Yes, I do think bicycles are popular in my country because I saw many people riding them.

The sentence incorrectly uses the singular noun 'bike' where a general plural is needed to refer to the category; it also repeats 'the bike' unnecessarily and uses a singular pronoun reference. Use the plural 'bicycles' (or 'bikes') to express a general statement about popularity and use the plural pronoun 'them' to refer back to 'bicycles'. Additionally, 'do think' is acceptable for emphasis but ensure noun number agrees. Suggestion: Say 'bicycles are popular' and refer back with 'them' or avoid repetition (e.g., '...because I see many people riding them').