Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like eating chocolate? Why or why not?
Thí sinh
Yes, I really enjoy eating chocolate because it can provide me a comforting sweetness that can lift my spirit up and cheer my mood up. So especially when I'm stressed, a piece of dark chocolate after a long day can instantly brighten my spirits and make my day better.
Giám khảo
How often do you eat chocolate?
Thí sinh
Usually I only eat chocolate when I'm feeling sad or straight during the day because I'm not really fond of sugary treats. For example, after a long and tiring day at work, I might have a small piece to cheer myself up. Also eating too much chocolate often 'cause my throat sore and I believe it is not healthy.
Giám khảo
Did you often eat chocolate when you were a kid?
Thí sinh
No, actually, I really ate chocolate when I was a kid because I didn't really like these sweet snacks. Instead, I preferred drinking fruit juices or Coca-Cola because they are more tasty and I found them more convenient to enjoy.
Giám khảo
Why do you think chocolate is popular around the world?
Thí sinh
I believe chocolate is popular worldwide because of its distinctive aroma and rich tastes, which appeal to many people. In addition, it has a long history compared to other sweets, making it a traditional favorite in many cultures. Moreover, its popularity is often boosted by appearance in movies.
Giám khảo
What's your favourite flavour of chocolate?
Thí sinh
I prefer dark chocolate because it has a sub subtle bitterness that makes it less sweet and more enjoyable for me. I can eat throughout the day without feeling overwhelmed by its weakness, which is something white chocolate cannot offer. Additionally, I like that dark chocolate is often considered healthier due to its higher cocoa content.
Giám khảo
Do you think it is good to use chocolate as gifts to others?
Thí sinh
I think it is good to use chocolate as a gift to give others. I support it mainly because chocolate can express warm sweetheart feelings or love to others, especially in Valentine's Days.
× Also eating too much chocolate often 'cause my throat sore and I believe it is not healthy.
✓ Also, eating too much chocolate often causes my throat to be sore, and I believe it is not healthy.
句中缺少动词,'cause'应为'causes',且需要完整表达'cause my throat to be sore'。动词后应接动词不定式或完整结构。
× No, actually, I really ate chocolate when I was a kid because I didn't really like these sweet snacks.
✓ No, actually, I didn't really eat chocolate when I was a kid because I didn't really like these sweet snacks.
句中时态使用错误,'really ate'应为否定形式'didn't really eat',表示过去不喜欢吃巧克力。
× Moreover, its popularity is often boosted by appearance in movies.
✓ Moreover, its popularity is often boosted by its appearance in movies.
缺少所有格代词,'appearance'前应加上'its',表示电影中的出现。
× I prefer dark chocolate because it has a sub subtle bitterness that makes it less sweet and more enjoyable for me.
✓ I prefer dark chocolate because it has a subtle bitterness that makes it less sweet and more enjoyable for me.
'sub'是多余的,应删除,正确表达为'subtle bitterness'。
× I think it is good to use chocolate as a gift to give others.
✓ I think it is good to use chocolate as a gift for others.
'give others'结构不自然,改为'gift for others'更符合英语表达习惯。