Part 1
Giám khảo
Did you do puzzles in your childhood?
Thí sinh
Yes, when I was a child I regularly did puzzles because putting pieces together was very interesting to me. Also, the puzzles based on my favorite characters always makes me focus.
Giám khảo
When do you do puzzles, during your trip or when you feel bored?
Thí sinh
Nowadays I usually do puzzles when I feel bored in on an airplane or train because I don't have access to Wi-Fi. I like simple puzzle such as Sudoku.
Giám khảo
Do you like doing word puzzles or number puzzles? Which is more difficult for you?
Thí sinh
I prefer number puzzles to word puzzles because I'm more interested in mathematics and enjoy patterns and logic. Word puzzles are more challenging for me because sometimes I struggle to find some words.
Giám khảo
Do you think it is good for old people to do puzzles?
Thí sinh
Yes, doing puzzle games is one of the best ways to improve memory skills. Moreover, such games can prevent elderly people from brain disease such as Parkinson's or Alzheimer.
Did you do puzzles in your childhood?
Điểm: 78.0Gợi ý: 문법과 일관성에 주의하세요. 특히 시제 일치(‘was’와 ‘makes’ 대신 ‘made’/‘made me focus’)와 단수/복수 일치에 신경 쓰면 자연스러움이 향상됩니다. 응답 구조는 좋지만 한두 문장으로 더 명확한 주제문과 연결어를 사용해 간결하게 만드세요. 예: 주제문 → 이유 → 예시 형태로 구성하고 문장 수는 3~4문장으로 유지하세요.
Ví dụ: Yes, I often did puzzles as a child because I enjoyed fitting the pieces together. In particular, puzzles featuring my favourite characters helped me concentrate for long periods. As a result, I developed patience and problem-solving skills from a young age.
When do you do puzzles, during your trip or when you feel bored?
Điểm: 72.0Gợi ý: 전달은 잘 되지만 문법적 오류와 어색한 표현을 고쳐야 합니다(예: ‘in on an airplane’ → ‘on an airplane’; ‘a simple puzzle’ → ‘simple puzzles’). 또한 연결어를 사용해 이유와 예시를 더 논리적으로 이어주세요. 문장 수를 2~3문장으로 유지하며 구체적인 상황을 추가하면 더 좋습니다.
Ví dụ: Nowadays I usually do puzzles when I feel bored on an airplane or train because I often don't have Wi‑Fi. For example, I often solve Sudoku puzzles during long flights to pass the time and keep my mind active.
Do you like doing word puzzles or number puzzles? Which is more difficult for you?
Điểm: 85.0Gợi ý: 좋은 구조와 명확한 이유 제시입니다. 다만 반복을 줄이고 문장을 조금 더 자연스럽게 연결하세요(예: ‘because’ 대신 ‘as’나 ‘so’ 같은 연결어를 적절히 사용). 또한 구체적인 예시를 하나 더 들면 설득력이 올라갑니다.
Ví dụ: I prefer number puzzles because I'm interested in mathematics and enjoy working with patterns and logic. On the other hand, word puzzles are harder for me, for instance crosswords can be tough when I can't think of the right vocabulary.
Do you think it is good for old people to do puzzles?
Điểm: 68.0Gợi ý: 사실관계 표현에 주의하세요. ‘prevent’라는 단어를 사용하면 의학적 확실성을 암시하므로 ‘may help reduce risk’처럼 완곡한 표현을 쓰는 것이 안전합니다. 또한 구체적인 연결어와 예시를 추가해 근거를 보여주세요. 문장 구조를 주제문 + 이유 + 예시의 형태로 구성하세요.
Ví dụ: Yes, I think puzzles are beneficial for older people because they help maintain cognitive function and memory. For example, regular activities like jigsaw puzzles or Sudoku may help reduce the risk of cognitive decline by keeping the brain engaged.
× Also, the puzzles based on my favorite characters always makes me focus.
✓ Also, the puzzles based on my favorite characters always make me focus.
Subject-verb agreement error: 'puzzles' is plural so the verb should be 'make' not 'makes'. Use plural verb form to match plural subject. Suggestion: Identify the subject (puzzles) and ensure the verb agrees: 'puzzles make'.
× Nowadays I usually do puzzles when I feel bored in on an airplane or train because I don't have access to Wi-Fi.
✓ Nowadays I usually do puzzles when I feel bored on an airplane or on a train because I don't have access to Wi-Fi.
Incorrect preposition usage ('in on' is incorrect and inconsistent). Use 'on' for modes of public transport like airplane and train: 'on an airplane' and 'on a train'. Suggestion: Choose the correct preposition for the context and avoid doubled prepositions.
× I like simple puzzle such as Sudoku.
✓ I like simple puzzles such as Sudoku.
Singular/plural mismatch: 'puzzle' should be plural 'puzzles' because 'simple puzzles' refers to types or examples; 'such as' typically follows a plural noun. Suggestion: Use plural when referring to examples or general types: 'simple puzzles such as...'.
× I prefer number puzzles to word puzzles because I'm more interested in mathematics and enjoy patterns and logic.
✓ I prefer number puzzles to word puzzles because I'm more interested in mathematics and enjoy patterns and logic.
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× Yes, doing puzzle games is one of the best ways to improve memory skills.
✓ Yes, doing puzzle games is one of the best ways to improve memory skills.
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× Moreover, such games can prevent elderly people from brain disease such as Parkinson's or Alzheimer.
✓ Moreover, such games can help prevent elderly people from brain diseases such as Parkinson's or Alzheimer's disease.
Article and noun form errors: 'prevent elderly people from brain disease' is awkward; use plural 'brain diseases' and 'help prevent' sounds more natural. Also 'Alzheimer' should be 'Alzheimer's disease' or 'Alzheimer's'. Suggestion: Use plural when referring to types of diseases and the full disease name: 'brain diseases such as Parkinson's or Alzheimer's disease.'