Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like singing? Why?
Thí sinh
Yes, I really enjoy singing because it helps me relax and impress my emotions. For example, when I'm feeling stressed, singing my favorite song instantly lifts my mood. Additionally, it's fun way to connect with others during social gatherings.
Giám khảo
Have you ever learnt how to sing?
Thí sinh
To be honest, I haven't really learned how to sing properly. I took a few singing classes in elementary school, but the teacher didn't focus on vocal techniques or how to sing correctly. Because of that, I didn't gain much from those lessons and haven't pursued singing seriously since then.
Giám khảo
Who do you want to sing for?
Thí sinh
I would definitely want to sing for my parents or close friends because I know that they will never judge me no matter how bad my performance is. Singing for them makes me feel confident and happy, almost as if I was the best singer in the world. Love sharing music with them, helps me feel more connected and.
Giám khảo
Do you think singing can bring happiness to people?
Thí sinh
Yes, I believe singing can definitely bring happiness to people. Singing allows individuals to express their emotions and can be a great way to relieve stress. For example, many people feel uplifted and joyful when they sing their favorite songs, either alone or with others.
Do you like singing? Why?
Điểm: 85.0Gợi ý: Your answer is clear and relevant, but try to avoid minor errors and improve fluency. For example, instead of 'impress my emotions', you could say 'express my emotions'. Also, adding linking words like 'because' and 'for example' is good, but watch for small grammar slips and sentence flow.
Ví dụ: Yes, I really enjoy singing because it helps me relax and express my emotions. For example, when I'm feeling stressed, singing my favourite song instantly lifts my mood. Additionally, it's a fun way to connect with others during social gatherings.
Have you ever learnt how to sing?
Điểm: 90.0Gợi ý: Your answer is well-structured and detailed, which is excellent. To improve, try to use more varied vocabulary and linking phrases to enhance coherence, such as 'however' or 'therefore'. Also, watch for minor tense consistency, e.g., 'learnt' vs 'learned'.
Ví dụ: To be honest, I haven't really learnt how to sing properly. I took a few singing classes in elementary school; however, the teacher didn't focus on vocal techniques or how to sing correctly. Therefore, I didn't gain much from those lessons and haven't pursued singing seriously since then.
Who do you want to sing for?
Điểm: 70.0Gợi ý: Your answer is heartfelt but incomplete and has some grammatical errors. Make sure to finish your sentences and avoid fragments. Also, use linking words to connect ideas smoothly. For example, 'I love sharing music with them because it helps me feel more connected.'
Ví dụ: I would definitely want to sing for my parents or close friends because I know they will never judge me no matter how bad my performance is. Singing for them makes me feel confident and happy, almost as if I were the best singer in the world. I love sharing music with them because it helps me feel more connected.
Do you think singing can bring happiness to people?
Điểm: 90.0Gợi ý: Your answer is clear and well-organised with good examples. To improve, try to use a wider range of vocabulary and more complex sentence structures to show your language skills.
Ví dụ: Yes, I firmly believe that singing can bring happiness to people. It enables individuals to express their emotions and serves as an effective way to relieve stress. For instance, many people feel uplifted and joyful when they sing their favourite songs, whether alone or in a group.
× Additionally, it's fun way to connect with others during social gatherings.
✓ Additionally, it's a fun way to connect with others during social gatherings.
The sentence is missing the article 'a' before the noun phrase 'fun way'. In English, singular countable nouns usually require an article. Adding 'a' makes the sentence grammatically correct.
× Have you ever learnt how to sing?
✓ Have you ever learned how to sing?
In Australian English, both 'learnt' and 'learned' are acceptable past participle forms of 'learn'. However, 'learned' is more commonly used in formal contexts. This correction is optional but recommended for consistency.
× Love sharing music with them, helps me feel more connected and.
✓ Loving sharing music with them helps me feel more connected.
The original sentence is incomplete and incorrectly structured. Starting with 'Love sharing music with them,' is a fragment and the ending 'and.' is incomplete. Changing it to 'Loving sharing music with them helps me feel more connected.' forms a complete and grammatically correct sentence.