Part 1
Giám khảo
Are you good at memorising things?
Thí sinh
I found it quite difficult to memorize things, especially when I'm multitasking or feeling overwhelmed. I tend to forget lots of details and the small tasks. For instance, whenever I need to hurry up to go out, I usually left the keys or phone at home.
Giám khảo
Have you ever forgotten something important?
Thí sinh
No, I cannot recall that I have forgotten some important things, although I'm quite forgetful of details. However, if it is for something important, I tend to have a system to keep me remembering them. For example, I will check up my passport multiple times before traveling.
Giám khảo
What do you need to remember in your daily life?
Thí sinh
I believe the most basic things that I need to remember are taking my wallet, phone, and keys because they are the most essential stuff for my daily life. Additionally, I need to remind myself of drinking water throughout the day so that I can stay hydrated.
Giám khảo
How do you remember important things?
Thí sinh
Two things. I usually remember important things by setting on arms or organizing by Google calendars. For instance, I always write important meetings in Google calendars, so 15 or 30 minutes beforehand Google Calendar will re remind me of it.
Are you good at memorising things?
Điểm: 75.0Gợi ý: Your answer is generally clear and relevant, but to improve, try to use more varied vocabulary and correct minor grammatical errors (e.g., 'left' should be 'leave'). Also, use linking words to connect your ideas smoothly and avoid redundancy by being more concise.
Ví dụ: I find memorising quite challenging, especially when multitasking or feeling overwhelmed. Consequently, I often forget small details or tasks. For example, when I'm in a rush to leave the house, I sometimes leave my keys or phone behind.
Have you ever forgotten something important?
Điểm: 80.0Gợi ý: Your response is relevant and structured, but you could improve by using more natural phrasing and linking words to enhance coherence. Also, avoid awkward expressions like 'keep me remembering' and use more precise vocabulary.
Ví dụ: I can't recall ever forgetting anything important, although I do tend to forget minor details. However, for crucial items, I have a system to help me remember. For instance, I always double-check my passport several times before travelling.
What do you need to remember in your daily life?
Điểm: 85.0Gợi ý: Your answer is clear and relevant with good content. To improve, try to use more precise vocabulary (e.g., 'items' instead of 'stuff') and add linking words to connect your ideas smoothly.
Ví dụ: The basic items I need to remember daily are my wallet, phone, and keys, as they are essential. Moreover, I make a conscious effort to drink water regularly throughout the day to stay hydrated.
How do you remember important things?
Điểm: 70.0Gợi ý: Your answer addresses the question but contains grammatical errors and unclear phrases (e.g., 'setting on arms'). To improve, clarify your methods, use correct grammar, and link your ideas coherently.
Ví dụ: I use two main methods to remember important things. Firstly, I set alarms on my phone. Secondly, I organise my schedule using Google Calendar, which sends me reminders 15 or 30 minutes before important meetings.
× For instance, whenever I need to hurry up to go out, I usually left the keys or phone at home.
✓ For instance, whenever I need to hurry up to go out, I usually leave the keys or phone at home.
The verb 'left' is in the past tense, but the sentence describes a habitual action in the present. The correct verb form is the present tense 'leave' to match the habitual context.
× No, I cannot recall that I have forgotten some important things, although I'm quite forgetful of details.
✓ No, I cannot recall that I have forgotten any important things, although I'm quite forgetful of details.
The word 'some' is not typically used in negative sentences with 'have forgotten'. Using 'any' is more appropriate in negative contexts to indicate the absence of forgotten important things.
× However, if it is for something important, I tend to have a system to keep me remembering them.
✓ However, if it is for something important, I tend to have a system to help me remember them.
The phrase 'keep me remembering' is incorrect. The correct expression is 'help me remember' to indicate assistance in recalling important things.
× I will check up my passport multiple times before traveling.
✓ I will check my passport multiple times before traveling.
The phrasal verb 'check up' is incorrect here. The correct verb is 'check' without 'up' when referring to verifying or looking at something.
× I believe the most basic things that I need to remember are taking my wallet, phone, and keys because they are the most essential stuff for my daily life.
✓ I believe the most basic things that I need to remember are my wallet, phone, and keys because they are the most essential items for my daily life.
The word 'stuff' is uncountable and informal. 'Items' is more appropriate and formal when referring to countable objects like wallet, phone, and keys.
× I usually remember important things by setting on arms or organizing by Google calendars.
✓ I usually remember important things by setting alarms or organizing with Google Calendar.
The phrase 'setting on arms' is incorrect; it should be 'setting alarms'. Also, 'organizing by Google calendars' should be 'organizing with Google Calendar' to use the correct preposition and singular form of the app name.
× For instance, I always write important meetings in Google calendars, so 15 or 30 minutes beforehand Google Calendar will re remind me of it.
✓ For instance, I always write important meetings in Google Calendar, so 15 or 30 minutes beforehand, Google Calendar will remind me of them.
The adverb 'beforehand' should be preceded by a comma for clarity. Also, 're remind' is a typo and should be 'remind'. 'Google calendars' should be singular 'Google Calendar', and 'it' should be 'them' to agree with plural 'meetings'.