Reading— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Be more direct at the start, avoid filler phrases, and tighten sentence structure. Start with a clear topic sentence, then add one or two specific supporting details using a linking word. Also vary vocabulary (e.g., use 'enjoy' or 'prefer') and avoid redundant phrases like 'other literature.'

Example: Yes, I enjoy reading a lot. For example, I usually read novels and business books during the week, and on weekends I often read poetry or literary essays to relax.

Suggestion: Remove the repeated opening phrase and reduce hesitation. Make a single clear preference then contrast with the current habit using a linking word (e.g., 'however' or 'but'). Provide a brief specific reason why, such as comfort or portability.

Example: I generally prefer reading on paper because it feels more comfortable, but recently I have switched to reading on my Kindle and Kobo apps for business books because they are more portable.

Suggestion: Eliminate the opening filler and sentence fragments. Answer directly with a clear distinction between careful reading and casual skimming. Explain reasons and give a short example; avoid informal slang like 'ZAP' which is unclear.

Example: I need to read carefully when I'm studying or when the material is complex, for example, business reports that require concentration. However, when I have little time, I skim or glance through articles to pick out the main points.

Suggestion: Be concise and coherent: state your preference clearly, give one reason, and finish with a brief example. Avoid contradictory phrasing (saying detailed reading is 'fun' but then preferring scanning) and ambiguous words like 'ZAP.'

Example: I usually prefer scanning because it saves time and helps me find key ideas quickly; for instance, I scan articles to identify main arguments and only read details when a section seems important.

× That's an interesting question. Let me think, Uh, I like reading very much.

✓ That's an interesting question. Let me think. I like reading very much.

The original contains a comma splice and unnecessary filler capitalization and punctuation. Split into two sentences and remove the capitalized 'Uh' mid-sentence. Use a period after 'Let me think' and start a new sentence for 'I like reading very much.' This improves sentence structure and flow.

× For example, I usually read novels and business books, but on the weekends I sometimes read poetry and other literature.

✓ For example, I usually read novels and business books, but on weekends I sometimes read poetry and other literature.

'On the weekends' is correct but 'on weekends' is more natural in this general statement. There is no grammatical verb form error, but simplifying the prepositional phrase improves naturalness. Also ensure consistent present simple tense for habitual actions.

× I usually prefer reading on paper in general, but nowadays I read books on screen.

✓ I generally prefer reading on paper, but nowadays I read books on a screen.

'In general' placed after 'prefer' is acceptable, but 'generally prefer' is more concise. 'On screen' is idiomatic, but when referring to a device it is clearer to say 'on a screen.' Adjusting word order improves clarity and naturalness.

× For example, I have an Kindle app and a Kobo app to read mainly business books.

✓ For example, I have a Kindle app and a Kobo app that I use mainly to read business books.

The original sentence has awkward word order. Adding 'that I use' clarifies the relationship between the apps and their purpose. Place 'mainly' before the verb phrase 'to read business books' for clearer emphasis.

× That's an interesting question. I usually. Read books. In a very concentrated way.

✓ That's an interesting question. I usually read books in a very concentrated way.

The original was fragmented, with 'I usually.' and 'Read books.' separated incorrectly. Combine fragments into a single sentence with a subject and verb: 'I usually read books...' to fix the missing verb structure and sentence fragments.

× Because I don't have much time to spend on books, so I ZAP around paper.

✓ Because I don't have much time to spend on books, I skim through papers.

The original has a redundancy: starting with 'Because' and also using 'so' is unnecessary. Also 'ZAP around paper' is informal/nonstandard. Replace with 'skim through papers' which correctly conveys quickly looking through printed material. Remove 'so' to avoid double conjunctions.

× That's also an interesting question. I usually prefer scanning when reading an article or a book because reading every detail is basically fun but consumes more time, so I usually ZAP around.

✓ That's also an interesting question. I usually prefer scanning when reading an article or a book because reading every detail is time-consuming, so I usually skim through.

The clause 'reading every detail is basically fun but consumes more time' is awkward and contains contradictory tone. Replace with 'time-consuming' to be concise. 'ZAP around' is informal/nonstandard; use 'skim through' instead. This corrects sentence flow and word choice.