Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like shopping?
Thí sinh
Yes, I do enjoy shopping, especially shopping in physical stores because in that way I am able to fit the clothings also to see if it suits my style. Also because different shops runs different sizes so that really matters to me.
Giám khảo
Do you compare prices when you shop? Why?
Thí sinh
I do compare prices from time to time, specially right now because I'm just a student and I'm only dependent to my parents. That's why money really matters. Also, I compare prices to see whether the item is worth the price or not.
Giám khảo
Is it difficult for you to make choices when you shop?
Thí sinh
Yes, as a Libra girl I am really indecisive with that. I always bring my mom alongside with me when I go shopping. First because she pays for it, second of all because she has a very good fashion sense, and lastly for me to gain more insights about the things I want to get.
Giám khảo
Do you think expensive products are always better than cheaper ones?
Thí sinh
I believe that there are more affordable products that have a greater quality than those that retails for a higher price. For instance, Zara compared to different brands like Christian Dior which is the quality is better.
Do you like shopping?
Điểm: 78.0Gợi ý: Make the response more concise, correct grammar and avoid redundancy. Start with a clear topic sentence, then give one or two specific reasons using linking words. Correct phrases like "fit the clothings" and "different shops runs".
Ví dụ: Yes, I enjoy shopping, especially in physical stores, because I can try clothes on to see if they suit my style. For example, sizes vary between brands, so trying items on helps me choose the right fit.
Do you compare prices when you shop? Why?
Điểm: 82.0Gợi ý: Tighten the answer and correct minor grammar mistakes. Use linking words to connect ideas (for example, "because" and "so"). Be specific about how you compare prices (apps, websites, or by visiting stores).
Ví dụ: Yes, I often compare prices because I am a student and rely on my parents, so I need to manage money carefully. I usually check online reviews and price comparison apps to decide whether an item is worth its cost.
Is it difficult for you to make choices when you shop?
Điểm: 76.0Gợi ý: Avoid irrelevant details (astrology) unless brief, and reduce repetition. Give a clear main point and two concise reasons with linking words (for example, "because" and "so"). Correct phrasing like "bring my mom alongside with me".
Ví dụ: Yes, I find it hard to decide, so I usually shop with my mother. She helps because she has good taste and can give honest feedback on what suits me.
Do you think expensive products are always better than cheaper ones?
Điểm: 70.0Gợi ý: Clarify comparisons and correct grammar. Give a clear topic sentence stating your opinion, then support it with a specific, accurate example and reason. Avoid awkward phrasing like "which is the quality is better".
Ví dụ: No, I don't think expensive items are always better. For example, some high-street brands like Zara often offer well-made garments at lower prices, while designer labels can be overpriced for similar quality.
× Yes, I do enjoy shopping, especially shopping in physical stores because in that way I am able to fit the clothings also to see if it suits my style.
✓ Yes, I do enjoy shopping, especially in physical stores, because that way I can try on the clothing to see if it suits my style.
The word 'clothings' is incorrect; 'clothing' is an uncountable noun and should not be pluralized (Grammar Problem Type ID 1). 'Fit the clothing' is also unnatural for trying on clothes, so use 'try on the clothing'. Use 'can' for ability in present context and adjust word order for fluency. Suggestion: Use uncountable nouns correctly (clothing, furniture) and common collocations like 'try on clothes'.
× Also because different shops runs different sizes so that really matters to me.
✓ Also, different shops carry different sizes, so that really matters to me.
The subject 'different shops' is plural, so the verb should be plural: 'carry', not 'runs' (Subject-verb agreement, Grammar Problem Type ID 27 and singular/plural issue ID 1). 'Run sizes' is not standard; 'carry different sizes' or 'stock different sizes' is the correct collocation. Suggestion: Match plural subjects with plural verbs and use appropriate verbs for inventory (carry/stock).
× I do compare prices from time to time, specially right now because I'm just a student and I'm only dependent to my parents.
✓ I do compare prices from time to time, especially now because I'm a student and I depend on my parents.
Use 'especially' not 'specially' (word choice, Grammar Problem Type ID 13). 'Dependent to my parents' is incorrect preposition use; the correct phrase is 'depend on' or 'dependent on' (Incorrect use of prepositions, Grammar Problem Type ID 11). Also 'I'm just a student' is fine, but 'right now' is better as 'now' for brevity. Suggestion: Use 'depend on' for dependence and 'especially' for emphasis.
× That's why money really matters.
✓ That's why money really matters to me.
The sentence is grammatical but lacks the object that clarifies who is affected; adding 'to me' clarifies meaning (Incorrect use of pronouns/ sentence completeness, Grammar Problem Type ID 12 and 26). Suggestion: Include the indirect object or beneficiary when needed for clarity.
× Also, I compare prices to see whether the item is worth the price or not.
✓ Also, I compare prices to see whether an item is worth the price or not.
The original is mostly correct, but 'the item' suggests a specific item; 'an item' is more natural when speaking generally (Article errors, Grammar Problem Type ID 22). Present tense is appropriate here. Suggestion: Use indefinite article for general statements.
× Yes, as a Libra girl I am really indecisive with that.
✓ Yes, as a Libra, I am really indecisive about that.
Use 'about' rather than 'with' when referring to being indecisive concerning something (Incorrect use of prepositions, Grammar Problem Type ID 11). Also 'Libra girl' is informal; 'as a Libra' is more natural and concise (Article/word choice, ID 22/13). Suggestion: Use 'indecisive about' and concise phrasing for zodiac references.
× I always bring my mom alongside with me when I go shopping.
✓ I always bring my mom along with me when I go shopping.
The phrase 'alongside with me' is redundant and ungrammatical. Correct collocations are 'bring someone along' or 'bring someone with me' (Incorrect use of prepositions/pronouns, Grammar Problem Type ID 11 and 12). Suggestion: Use 'bring my mom along' or 'bring my mom with me'.
× First because she pays for it, second of all because she has a very good fashion sense, and lastly for me to gain more insights about the things I want to get.
✓ First, she pays for it; second, she has a very good fashion sense; and lastly, I get more insight into the things I want to buy.
The original uses 'First because...' fragments; combine into full clauses and use parallel structure (Sentence structure errors and incorrect conjunction use, Grammar Problem Type ID 26 and 16). 'Second of all' is redundant; 'second' is sufficient. 'Gain more insights about' should be 'get more insight into' or 'gain insight into' and 'want to buy' is more natural than 'want to get'. Suggestion: Use parallel clause structure and idiomatic verbs ('buy', 'gain insight into').
× I believe that there are more affordable products that have a greater quality than those that retails for a higher price.
✓ I believe that there are more affordable products that have higher quality than those that retail at a higher price.
'Greater quality' is unnatural; use 'higher quality' (Incorrect use of adjectives, Grammar Problem Type ID 13). 'Those that retails' is wrong because 'those' is plural and needs the base verb 'retail' (Subject-verb agreement, Grammar Problem Type ID 27). Use the preposition 'at' with price (Incorrect preposition, ID 11). Suggestion: Use 'higher quality' and match plural subjects with plural verbs; say 'retail at a higher price'.
× For instance, Zara compared to different brands like Christian Dior which is the quality is better.
✓ For instance, Zara, compared to luxury brands like Christian Dior, often offers good quality.
The original is ungrammatical and unclear (Sentence structure errors, Grammar Problem Type ID 26). 'Which is the quality is better' is incorrect relative clause structure. Rephrase to make the comparison clear and grammatical. Also 'different brands like Christian Dior' is contradictory; use 'luxury brands like Christian Dior' for clarity. Suggestion: Use clear comparative structures such as 'X, compared to Y, is...' or 'X often offers... compared with Y'.