Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Thí sinh
Sure, I love taking pictures. I always seize every opportunity to photograph things that shows life in motion, especially when the sunlight creates interesting shadows and colors, like at sunrise or during the golden hour.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Thí sinh
I definitely prefer rural areas because the scenery is much quieter and there is less pollution than in big cities. I enjoy the fresh air and blue sky in the countryside, which helps me relax after a busy day.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Thí sinh
I prefer the views in other countries because the novelty of unfamiliar landscapes and cultures often feels more exciting and memorable. For example, I still remember how thrilling it was when I saw the sea for the first time.
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Điểm: 88.0Gợi ý: Your answer is natural, relevant and descriptive with good vocabulary (e.g., "golden hour"). To improve further, make one clear topic sentence then one or two concise supporting details; correct small grammar issues ("things that shows" → "things that show"). Also avoid slightly wordy phrases like "I always seize every opportunity" — shorten for clarity.
Ví dụ: Yes, I love taking pictures of different views. I often photograph scenes that show life in motion, especially at sunrise or during the golden hour, because the light creates striking shadows and rich colors.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Điểm: 92.0Gợi ý: This response is clear, well-structured and specific. To refine it, combine sentences slightly to avoid redundancy ("scenery is much quieter" and "helps me relax" are related). You could add a brief concrete example to strengthen the answer (e.g., a typical rural scene you enjoy).
Ví dụ: I prefer rural areas because they are quieter and have less pollution than big cities; for example, I enjoy walking along tree-lined lanes and breathing fresh air, which helps me relax after a busy day.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Điểm: 90.0Gợi ý: Good answer with a clear opinion and a personal example. Improve by making the topic sentence concise and linking the example more directly to the reason. Avoid vague phrasing like "often feels"—be specific about what made it exciting (e.g., different colors, sounds, or activities).
Ví dụ: I prefer views in other countries because new landscapes and cultures make the experience more exciting; for instance, seeing the sea for the first time amazed me with its vastness and the sound of waves, which felt unforgettable.
× I always seize every opportunity to photograph things that shows life in motion, especially when the sunlight creates interesting shadows and colors, like at sunrise or during the golden hour.
✓ I always seize every opportunity to photograph things that show life in motion, especially when the sunlight creates interesting shadows and colors, like at sunrise or during the golden hour.
Subject-verb agreement with relative clause: 'things' is plural so the verb should be 'show' (base form) not 'shows'. This falls under verb + -ing/verb form and subject-verb agreement. Suggestion: match the verb form to the plural noun in relative clauses (things + show).
× I definitely prefer rural areas because the scenery is much quieter and there is less pollution than in big cities.
✓ I definitely prefer rural areas because the scenery is much quieter and there is less pollution than in big cities.
No correction needed. Sentence is grammatically correct. Kept for clarity: 'there is less pollution' correctly uses singular construction with uncountable noun 'pollution'. If needed, avoid change.
× I enjoy the fresh air and blue sky in the countryside, which helps me relax after a busy day.
✓ I enjoy the fresh air and blue sky in the countryside, which helps me relax after a busy day.
No correction needed. Present simple correctly describes habitual state. Kept for clarity.
× I prefer the views in other countries because the novelty of unfamiliar landscapes and cultures often feels more exciting and memorable.
✓ I prefer the views in other countries because the novelty of unfamiliar landscapes and cultures often feels more exciting and memorable.
No correction needed. Present simple correctly expresses a general preference and the sentence is grammatically correct.
× For example, I still remember how thrilling it was when I saw the sea for the first time.
✓ For example, I still remember how thrilling it was when I saw the sea for the first time.
No correction needed. Past tense 'was' and 'saw' correctly refer to a past event. Kept for clarity.