Bike— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: The student simply repeated the examiner's question instead of answering. To improve, answer directly with a clear topic sentence about whether you had a bike, then add one or two specific supporting details (use linking words such as “and” or “so” or “because”) and keep it under five sentences. For example, state yes/no, mention age or who gave it, and describe how often you used it or a memorable incident.

Example: Yes, I did have a bike when I was a child. It was a small red bicycle my parents bought me when I was seven, and I rode it to school and around the neighborhood nearly every day. Because the roads were quiet near our house, I learned to ride quickly and became quite confident on it.

Suggestion: The student gives a brief opinion but it's hesitant, repetitive, and lacks supporting details. To improve, make the statement more confident, avoid repetition, and add one or two specific reasons or examples using linking words like “because” or “however.” Keep answers concise and natural (max five sentences).

Example: I don’t think bicycles are very popular in my country today because most people prefer cars and public transport for convenience. However, bikes are becoming more common among young people for short trips and exercise, especially in cities with new cycling lanes.

× Well, today I guess bike is not really popular in my in my country.

✓ Well, today I guess bikes are not really popular in my country.

The noun 'bike' should be plural 'bikes' because the student refers to bicycles in general. Also the verb must agree with the plural subject: use 'are' not 'is'. Remove the repeated phrase 'in my' to avoid redundancy. Suggestion: when speaking about a general category, use the plural noun and match the verb: 'bikes are'. Keep sentences concise by avoiding repeated words.