Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Thí sinh
Yes, because I think photography can give me happiness.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Thí sinh
Actually I love both of them because I think rural areas have many natural beauties but in urban areas they have more modern and new buildings in the city.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Thí sinh
I think different countries have different views. For example, I I live in China. I think China have many traditional Chinese buildings. But I also love the views in the UK. I think in the UK I can see more.
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Điểm: 72.0Gợi ý: Your answer is direct but brief and could be improved by adding a topic sentence that states your general feeling, followed by one or two specific reasons or an example. Use a linking word to connect ideas and avoid vague phrasing like "give me happiness" — be more precise about what you enjoy (e.g., capturing memories, noticing details). Keep the response to under five sentences.
Ví dụ: Yes, I really enjoy taking pictures of different views because photography helps me capture memorable moments and notice small details I might otherwise miss. For example, when I photograph a sunset or a busy street, I feel more connected to the scene and it relaxes me.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Điểm: 78.0Gợi ý: Good balanced answer. Improve by starting with a clear topic sentence, then use linking words (e.g., "because", "while", "however") to structure the supporting points, and give a specific example or contrast to make it more vivid. Reduce redundancy ("modern and new" is repetitive).
Ví dụ: I like both urban and rural views. Rural areas appeal to me because of their natural beauty, such as rolling hills and quiet lakes, while urban areas attract me with striking modern architecture and lively streets. For instance, I enjoy photographing a peaceful countryside morning, but I also like capturing the colourful lights of a city at night.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Điểm: 65.0Gợi ý: Your answer addresses the question but is unclear and contains grammar errors and repetition. Start with a clear topic sentence stating your preference (or that you like variety), then give specific comparative details and one concrete example. Correct subject-verb agreement and avoid repeating words. Use linking words like "for example" or "however" to connect ideas.
Ví dụ: I enjoy views both at home and abroad because each place offers different attractions. For example, in China I appreciate traditional architecture such as ancient temples and courtyards, whereas in the UK I enjoy historic stone buildings and green countryside. Therefore, I like photographing both because they offer contrasting styles and atmospheres.
× Yes, because I think photography can give me happiness.
✓ Yes, because I think photography gives me happiness.
The student used 'can give' which is grammatically acceptable but using simple present 'gives' is more natural when expressing a general truth or habitual feeling. Use simple present for general statements: 'photography gives me happiness.'
× Actually I love both of them because I think rural areas have many natural beauties but in urban areas they have more modern and new buildings in the city.
✓ Actually I love both because I think rural areas have many natural attractions, while urban areas have more modern buildings in the city.
The original is wordy and uses 'they have' incorrectly referring to 'urban areas'—better to keep subject consistent and avoid unnecessary pronoun. Also 'natural beauties' is unnatural; use 'natural attractions' or 'natural beauty.' Use a conjunction like 'while' to contrast clearly.
× I think different countries have different views. For example, I I live in China. I think China have many traditional Chinese buildings. But I also love the views in the UK. I think in the UK I can see more.
✓ I think different countries have different views. For example, I live in China, and China has many traditional Chinese buildings. But I also love the views in the UK because I can see more variety there.
Multiple issues: repeated 'I I' is a typo; 'China have' is subject-verb agreement error—use 'China has.' The sentence 'I think in the UK I can see more' is vague; specify 'more variety there.' Combining clauses with commas and conjunctions improves flow and clarity.