Politeness— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Your answer is relevant and natural, but it can be improved by using a clear topic sentence, adding one or two specific examples, and using linking words to connect ideas. Avoid repetition (e.g., 'how' twice) and keep it within 3–4 concise sentences. For instance, start with a direct statement, then give a specific example of behaviours you observed and how they influenced you.

Example: I learned to be polite as a child mainly by watching my family. For example, my parents always said 'please' and 'thank you' and greeted guests warmly, so I copied those habits. As a result, I developed the habit of showing respect and listening attentively to others.

Suggestion: Your answer expresses a clear opinion but is brief and slightly unclear at the end. Improve by giving a clear topic sentence, a linked reason, and a concrete example with a short explanation. Use linking words like 'because' and 'for example', and avoid vague phrases such as 'you should be careful'.

Example: Yes, I think being polite is very important because it helps build mutual respect. For example, in a work placement, greeting colleagues politely and listening to feedback creates a positive atmosphere and can lead to better teamwork.

× I learned how to be polite during my childhood by observing my family, how they are very supportive and kind with each other.

✓ I learned how to be polite during my childhood by observing my family and how they were very supportive and kind to each other.

The original sentence misuses 'with' after 'kind' and has an awkward comma before 'how'. Use 'kind to each other' (correct preposition) and join clauses with 'and'. Also change tense consistency: 'were' fits past reference to childhood. Suggestion: remove the comma and use 'and how they were very supportive and kind to each other.'

× I think yes, because when you show respect for others, they will respect you too.

✓ I think so, because when you show respect to others, they will respect you too.

The phrase 'I think yes' is unnatural; 'I think so' is the correct collocation. Also 'show respect for' is acceptable but 'show respect to others' is more idiomatic here. Keep consistent tense: present simple 'show' and 'will respect' is acceptable for general cause-and-effect. Suggestion: use 'I think so' and 'show respect to others.'

× For example in the work placement you should be careful.

✓ For example, during a work placement you should be careful.

The phrase 'in the work placement' is awkward; use 'during a work placement' or 'on a work placement.' Also add a comma after 'For example' to separate the introductory phrase. 'A' is added because 'work placement' is countable here. Suggestion: use 'during a work placement' and include the comma after 'For example.'