Part 1
Examinador
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Candidato
Yes I do. I love photographing, uh, natural scenery, especially when I am on a trip, I like to photograph, uh, mountains, rivers, because whenever I get to those uh, pictures, uh, I remember the great time that I had spent.
Examinador
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Candidato
I prefer views in the countryside because the natural scenery makes me so relaxed and happy at the same time, and I feel so much calm inside myself so whenever I face a lot of obstacles due to the hustle and bustle of the city.
Examinador
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Candidato
Definitely, I prefer views in my country, Egypt, because Egypt has the permits. So whenever I go there, I feel that I'm so proud of my culture, of my country, and I'm so proud also because we have the most amazing.
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Pontuação: 72.0Sugestão: Reduce fillers (uh), keep sentences concise, and add a clear topic sentence plus one or two specific supporting details. Use linking words for coherence and avoid repeating words. Aim for natural phrasing and correct tense/word choice.
Exemplo: Yes, I enjoy taking photos of different views. I particularly like natural scenery when I travel, such as mountains and rivers, because those photos remind me of memorable moments from the trip. For example, a picture of a mountain sunset always brings back how peaceful I felt that evening.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Pontuação: 76.0Sugestão: Start with a direct topic sentence, then give one or two specific reasons with a linking word. Avoid repetition (relaxed/happy/calm) and long tangled clauses. Keep within four sentences maximum.
Exemplo: I prefer views in rural areas. The countryside relaxes me because of its open spaces and quiet, which helps me recover from the stress of city life. For instance, walking by a quiet river clears my mind more effectively than a busy city park.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Pontuação: 60.0Sugestão: Clarify unclear wording (“Egypt has the permits” is unclear) and complete your thought. Give a clear topic sentence, explain reasons with specific examples (landmarks, landscapes, cultural features), and avoid trailing off. Use one or two supporting sentences and link them logically.
Exemplo: I prefer views in my own country, Egypt. I feel proud of Egypt’s diverse landscapes and historical sites, such as the Nile, the desert oases, and ancient monuments, which I enjoy photographing. These familiar places connect me to my culture and give me a strong sense of belonging.
× I love photographing, uh, natural scenery, especially when I am on a trip, I like to photograph, uh, mountains, rivers, because whenever I get to those uh, pictures, uh, I remember the great time that I had spent.
✓ I love photographing natural scenery, especially when I am on a trip; I like to photograph mountains and rivers, because whenever I look at those pictures I remember the great times I spent.
Run-on and awkward phrasing: use consistent verb forms and parallel structure. 'Photographing' is fine, but repeating 'I like to photograph' is redundant; combine clauses with a semicolon. Use 'look at those pictures' rather than 'get to those pictures'. Use plural 'times' and simple past 'I spent' (not 'had spent') to refer to past experiences. Suggestions: remove filler words, keep parallel verbs, and choose idiomatic verbs like 'look at'.
× I prefer views in the countryside because the natural scenery makes me so relaxed and happy at the same time, and I feel so much calm inside myself so whenever I face a lot of obstacles due to the hustle and bustle of the city.
✓ I prefer views in the countryside because the natural scenery makes me feel relaxed and happy, and I feel calm inside, unlike when I face many obstacles from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Tense and phrasing problems: 'makes me so relaxed and happy' is acceptable but more natural as 'makes me feel relaxed and happy'. 'I feel so much calm inside myself' is unidiomatic; use 'I feel calm inside'. The sentence was long and lacked contrast; add 'unlike' to show contrast with city life. Use 'many obstacles' rather than 'a lot of obstacles' for formality. Suggestions: simplify clauses, use 'feel' after 'makes', and express contrast clearly.
× Definitely, I prefer views in my country, Egypt, because Egypt has the permits. So whenever I go there, I feel that I'm so proud of my culture, of my country, and I'm so proud also because we have the most amazing.
✓ Definitely, I prefer views in my country, Egypt, because Egypt has many permits? No — likely: because Egypt has many monuments. Whenever I go there, I feel proud of my culture and my country, and I am proud because we have some of the most amazing monuments.
Multiple issues: 'has the permits' is incorrect article and word choice; context suggests 'monuments' or 'heritage' not 'permits'. Replace with 'many monuments' or 'a rich heritage'. 'I feel that I'm so proud' is wordy; use 'I feel proud'. 'I'm so proud also because we have the most amazing' is incomplete; add a noun like 'monuments' or 'historic sites' and include quantifier 'some of the most amazing'. Suggestions: choose correct nouns, remove unnecessary articles, complete the thought, and use natural collocations like 'feel proud of'.