Views— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Be more concise and avoid filler words (uh, you know). Start with a clear topic sentence, then give one or two specific supporting details using linking words. Use varied vocabulary (e.g., ‘‘memories’’, ‘‘scenery’’) and correct collocations (e.g., ‘‘take photos’’ not ‘‘take the pictures’’, ‘‘visit places’’). Keep it within 2–4 sentences.

Example: Yes, I love taking photos of different views. For example, I often visit lakes and parks to capture peaceful scenery, which helps me preserve memories. I also enjoy experimenting with different angles and lighting to make each photo more interesting.

Suggestion: Give a direct preference sentence, then explain with clear reasons and one specific example. Use correct grammar (e.g., ‘‘I try to take pictures in beautiful places’’, ‘‘rural areas are good’’). Use linking words like ‘‘however’’ or ‘‘for example’’ to connect ideas and avoid repetition.

Example: It depends, but I slightly prefer urban views. Urban areas offer interesting architecture and museums that provide varied subjects for photography; for example, my city has several historic museums and beautiful squares. However, I also enjoy rural scenes for their natural tranquillity.

Suggestion: Answer directly and avoid vague or awkward phrases like ‘‘skinny places’’ or ‘‘addicted to my country’’. Provide a clear reason why you prefer your country and give a specific example or comparison. Use 2–3 polished sentences and varied vocabulary (e.g., ‘‘scenic’’, ‘‘cultural familiarity’’).

Example: I prefer photographing views in my own country because I'm familiar with the landscapes and local culture, which helps me find meaningful subjects. For instance, I often photograph the historic streets of my hometown, where traditional architecture and festivals create great photo opportunities.

× taking the pictures is, uh, one of the, one of the, my favorite activities

✓ Taking pictures is one of my favorite activities

Redundant articles and incorrect use of 'the' before a gerund phrase. Use the gerund 'taking' without 'the' and remove repeated phrases. Also place 'one of my favorite activities' without extra articles. Suggestion: say 'Taking pictures is one of my favorite activities.'

× I always try to, uh, memorize the things, uh, which I, uh, was, which I, I used to go, for example, beautiful place like, uh, lake parks or something else

✓ I always try to remember the places I used to visit, for example beautiful places like lakes and parks

Incorrect verb 'memorize' for remembering places and fragmented clause 'which I was, which I used to go'. Use simple structures: 'remember the places I used to visit'. Use plural for 'lakes' and 'parks'. Suggestion: 'I always try to remember the places I used to visit, for example beautiful places like lakes and parks.'

× I always try to make pictures in a good places

✓ I always try to take pictures in good places

Wrong article 'a' with plural 'places' and wrong verb 'make' for photos. Use plural without 'a' and use 'take pictures'. Suggestion: 'I always try to take pictures in good places.'

× Also rural areas is good, but there are many good place in urban areas

✓ Also rural areas are good, but there are many good places in urban areas

Subject 'rural areas' is plural, so verb should be 'are'. 'Place' should be plural 'places'. Suggestion: 'Also rural areas are good, but there are many good places in urban areas.'

× For example in my city is there are many good museums place beautiful places in places

✓ For example, in my city there are many good museums and beautiful places

Fragmented and repetitive phrasing 'is there are' and 'place beautiful places in places'. Simplify to 'in my city there are many good museums and beautiful places.' Suggestion: include comma after 'For example' and list nouns clearly.

× Actually, I think, uh, my own country has a, uh, beautiful and skinny places

✓ Actually, I think my own country has beautiful and unique places

'Skinny' is incorrect to describe places; choose appropriate adjective like 'unique' or 'beautiful'. Remove unnecessary 'a' before plural 'places'. Suggestion: 'my own country has beautiful and unique places.'

× that's why I prefer, uh, using my own country

✓ that's why I prefer my own country

'Prefer using my own country' is awkward; after 'prefer' we usually use a noun or to-infinitive. Here simply 'prefer my own country' is natural. Suggestion: 'That's why I prefer my own country.'

× especially that I am addicted to my, uh, own country and my own city

✓ especially because I am attached to my country and my city

'Addicted' is inappropriate for positive feelings about a country; use 'attached to' or 'fond of'. Remove redundant 'own' repetition. Suggestion: 'especially because I am attached to my country and my city.'