Shoes— Part 1 Report

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Conversation

Part 1

Examiner

Do you like buying shoes? How often?

Candidate

I often buying shoes once or twice a month, usually on weekends or when I need something for a special occasions. I enjoy buying shoes and I have a large collection at home.

Examiner

Have you ever bought shoes online?

Candidate

I definitely borrowed shoes online when I received my order. I felt very happy and energetic because I wear this uh shoes on my birthday.

Examiner

How much money do you usually spend on shoes?

Candidate

I usually buy budget friendly shoes because they look more beautiful and stylish rather than expensive shoes.

Examiner

Which do you prefer, fashionable shoes or comfortable shoes?

Candidate

I definitely prefer a comfortable shoes because I really worry about my comfort zone and if I wear comfortable shoes I walk easily on roads. And uh, comfortable shoes also look more stylish and modern.

Evaluation

Overall

Overall: 6.0Fluency & Coherence: 6.0Pronunciation: 6.0Grammar: 5.5Lexical Resource: 6.0

Part 1

Do you like buying shoes? How often?

Score: 64.0

Suggestion: Improve grammar and sentence structure: use correct verb forms and articles, keep answers concise (max 5 sentences), start with a clear topic sentence and add one supporting detail. Also avoid redundancy (e.g., 'I enjoy buying shoes' and 'I have a large collection' are related — combine them).

Example: Yes, I do. I usually buy shoes once or twice a month, mostly on weekends or when I need something for a special occasion. I enjoy shopping for shoes and already have a large collection at home.

Have you ever bought shoes online?

Score: 46.0

Suggestion: Correct word choice and tense, and be specific: use verbs like 'bought' or 'ordered' instead of 'borrowed'. Keep the sequence clear (what you did and how you felt), avoid fillers and hesitations, and mention a brief reason or detail to support your answer.

Example: Yes, I have bought shoes online. I ordered a pair for my birthday and I was very happy when they arrived because they fit well and matched my outfit.

How much money do you usually spend on shoes?

Score: 60.0

Suggestion: Be specific about amounts or ranges if possible, and explain reasons clearly. Use comparative language correctly and avoid vague or contradictory statements (e.g., saying budget shoes look better than expensive ones needs a brief reason). Keep to one or two supporting details.

Example: I usually spend around $30–$60 on a pair of shoes because I prefer budget-friendly options. I find that affordable shoes can still look stylish if I choose good designs and brands known for value.

Which do you prefer, fashionable shoes or comfortable shoes?

Score: 70.0

Suggestion: Fix grammar and be concise: use singular/plural correctly and avoid fillers. Give a clear reason and one supporting example. Use linking words (because, so, therefore) to show cause and effect and avoid repeating the same point.

Example: I prefer comfortable shoes because I walk a lot and need good support. For example, I often choose cushioned sneakers that are both comfortable for long walks and look modern enough for daily wear.

Grammar

Verb + -ing form

× I often buying shoes once or twice a month, usually on weekends or when I need something for a special occasions.

✓ I often buy shoes once or twice a month, usually on weekends or when I need something for a special occasion.

The original uses the present participle 'buying' where the base form 'buy' is required after the adverb 'often' (subject-verb structure). Also 'a special occasions' mixes singular article with plural noun; change to 'a special occasion' or 'special occasions'. Use 'buy' to form the simple present habitual action and match singular 'occasion'.

Article errors

× I often buying shoes once or twice a month, usually on weekends or when I need something for a special occasions.

✓ I often buy shoes once or twice a month, usually on weekends or when I need something for a special occasion.

The phrase 'a special occasions' incorrectly combines the indefinite article 'a' with the plural noun 'occasions'. Use singular 'occasion' with 'a', or remove 'a' and use plural. Correct the article-noun agreement.

Past tense issue

× I definitely borrowed shoes online when I received my order.

✓ I definitely ordered shoes online when I received my order.

'Borrowed' means to take something temporarily from someone else; in context about online shopping the correct verb is 'ordered' (past simple). The sentence requires past tense verb matching the event; 'ordered' accurately describes making an online purchase.

Incorrect use of pronouns

× I definitely borrowed shoes online when I received my order.

✓ I definitely ordered shoes online when I received my order.

The pronoun/verb choice 'borrowed' implies receiving from a person, not from a seller. Replacing with 'ordered' fixes the meaning and keeps pronoun use consistent. (Primary issue is verb choice, but it affects pronoun meaning.)

Present tense issue

× I felt very happy and energetic because I wear this uh shoes on my birthday.

✓ I felt very happy and energetic because I wore these shoes on my birthday.

The sentence mixes past tense 'felt' with present tense 'wear'. Events tied to the past should use past tense 'wore'. Also 'this uh shoes' is wrong: use plural demonstrative 'these shoes' for plural noun, and remove filler 'uh'. Ensure tense consistency and correct demonstrative form.

Incorrect use of adjectives or adverbs

× I usually buy budget friendly shoes because they look more beautiful and stylish rather than expensive shoes.

✓ I usually buy budget-friendly shoes because they look more attractive and stylish than expensive shoes.

Compound adjective 'budget friendly' should be hyphenated as 'budget-friendly' before a noun. 'More beautiful' is unnecessary; use 'more attractive' or simply 'attractive'. Use 'than' not 'rather than' in comparisons of degree. Adjust comparative phrasing for natural English.

Singular and plural issue

× I definitely prefer a comfortable shoes because I really worry about my comfort zone and if I wear comfortable shoes I walk easily on roads.

✓ I definitely prefer comfortable shoes because I care about my comfort and if I wear comfortable shoes I can walk easily on the road.

'a comfortable shoes' mixes singular article with plural noun; remove 'a' or use 'a comfortable shoe' (singular). 'I really worry about my comfort zone' is unnatural; 'care about my comfort' is clearer. 'Walk easily on roads' should be 'walk easily on the road' or 'walk easily on roads' depending on context; adding modal 'can' clarifies ability.

Article errors

× And uh, comfortable shoes also look more stylish and modern.

✓ Comfortable shoes also look more stylish and modern.

Remove filler 'uh' in formal responses. No article is needed before 'comfortable shoes' in this general statement. The sentence is otherwise grammatically correct.

Vocabulary

Beautiful— Attractive
Comfortable— Pleasant; Cozy; Loose; Leisurely
Expensive— Costly
Friendly— Affable; Amicable; Favorable; Compatible
Happy— Cheerful; Glad; Fortunate
Large— Big; Abundant; Wide-reaching
Modern— Present-day; Fashionable
Special— Exceptional; Distinctive; Momentous; Specific
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