Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you write a lot?
Thí sinh
Yes, being a student, I have to write a note to make important notes and manage my work. I have to write to manage my work efficiently.
Giám khảo
What do you like to write? Why?
Thí sinh
Basically, I am fond of writing novels and magazines. Whenever I write, I make my mind clear.
Giám khảo
Do you think the things you write would change?
Thí sinh
Yes, I believe the things I tried would change over time. As I gained more experience and knowledge, my writing style and ideas tend to evolve. For example, when I was younger my writing was simpler, but now I try to express my thoughts more clearly and creatively.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer typing or handwriting when you are writing?
Thí sinh
I mostly prefer handwriting whenever I am writing about something because it helps me to improve my writing skills and increase my creativity and express my thoughts more.
Do you write a lot?
Điểm: 65.0Gợi ý: Your answer is somewhat repetitive and could be more concise. Try to avoid repeating the same idea and focus on giving a clear, direct response with supporting details. Also, use linking words to improve coherence.
Ví dụ: Yes, I write quite often because, as a student, I need to take important notes and organise my tasks efficiently.
What do you like to write? Why?
Điểm: 70.0Gợi ý: Your answer is brief and could be improved by providing more specific details and linking your ideas smoothly. Explain why writing novels and magazines helps clear your mind to make your response more effective.
Ví dụ: I enjoy writing novels and magazines because it allows me to express my creativity and helps me clear my mind by focusing on storytelling and interesting topics.
Do you think the things you write would change?
Điểm: 85.0Gợi ý: Good answer with clear explanation and example. To improve, try to use more precise vocabulary and linking words to enhance coherence and naturalness.
Ví dụ: Yes, I believe my writing changes over time because as I gain more experience and knowledge, my style and ideas evolve. For instance, my earlier writing was simpler, but now I strive to express my thoughts more clearly and creatively.
Do you prefer typing or handwriting when you are writing?
Điểm: 75.0Gợi ý: Your answer is good but a bit long and slightly repetitive. Try to be more concise and use linking words to connect your ideas smoothly.
Ví dụ: I mostly prefer handwriting because it helps me improve my writing skills and boosts my creativity, allowing me to express my thoughts more effectively.
× Yes, being a student, I have to write a note to make important notes and manage my work.
✓ Yes, being a student, I have to write notes to make important points and manage my work.
The phrase 'write a note to make important notes' is awkward and redundant. 'Write notes' is more natural and correct. Also, 'make important notes' is unclear; 'make important points' is better. The error relates to incorrect verb usage and phrasing, which fits under 'Verb + -ing form' as the original sentence misuses verb forms and expressions.
× Basically, I am fond of writing novels and magazines.
✓ Basically, I am fond of writing novels and articles for magazines.
The phrase 'writing novels and magazines' is incorrect because one writes novels and writes articles for magazines, not magazines themselves. The error is in verb-object relationship and usage, which relates to verb forms and their correct objects.
× Yes, I believe the things I tried would change over time.
✓ Yes, I believe the things I write would change over time.
The use of 'tried' (past tense) is incorrect here because the sentence talks about things the student writes currently or generally. The verb should be in present tense 'write' to match the context. This is a past tense issue.
× As I gained more experience and knowledge, my writing style and ideas tend to evolve.
✓ As I gain more experience and knowledge, my writing style and ideas tend to evolve.
The phrase 'As I gained' is past tense, but the sentence continues with 'tend to evolve' which is present tense. To maintain consistency, 'gained' should be 'gain' to reflect ongoing experience. This is a present tense issue.
× For example, when I was younger my writing was simpler, but now I try to express my thoughts more clearly and creatively.
✓ For example, when I was younger, my writing was simpler, but now I try to express my thoughts more clearly and creatively.
This sentence is correct except for a missing comma after 'younger'. No tense error here, so no correction needed for tense. The comma improves sentence clarity.
× I mostly prefer handwriting whenever I am writing about something because it helps me to improve my writing skills and increase my creativity and express my thoughts more.
✓ I mostly prefer handwriting whenever I write about something because it helps me improve my writing skills, increase my creativity, and express my thoughts better.
The phrase 'whenever I am writing about something' can be simplified to 'whenever I write about something' for clarity and correctness. Also, 'express my thoughts more' is awkward; 'express my thoughts better' is more natural. The error relates to verb form usage and adverb choice.