Bike— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Your response simply repeated the examiner's question, which does not answer it. Give a direct, concise answer (1 sentence) and then add 1–2 supporting details using linking words. Keep answers natural and within 5 sentences.

Example: Yes, I did. I had a small red bicycle with training wheels, and I learned to ride it in my neighbourhood park when I was six, which helped me gain confidence and independence.

Suggestion: You again echoed the examiner instead of answering. Also the phrasing is grammatically incorrect. Start with a clear opinion, then add specific reasons or examples using linking words (e.g., because, however, for example). Keep it natural and concise.

Example: Yes, I think bicycles are quite popular, especially in cities, because many people use them for short commutes and exercise; for example, there are dedicated bike lanes in several neighbourhoods which make cycling safer and more convenient.

× Did you have a bike when you were a child?

✓ Yes, I had a bike when I was a child.

The student's reply repeated the examiner's question instead of answering; this is a sentence structure/response error. The examiner asked about past possession, so the correct response should use past simple affirmative: 'I had.' Suggestion: Answer directly using past simple, e.g., 'Yes, I had a bike when I was a child.'

× Do you think if bikes are popular in your country?

✓ Do you think bikes are popular in your country?

The student's sentence incorrectly includes 'if' after 'Do you think,' which is unnecessary and makes the sentence ungrammatical. With verbs of opinion like 'think,' the clause should be a statement clause (that-clause) or a question without 'if.' Suggestion: Remove 'if' to form a correct question: 'Do you think bikes are popular in your country?' Alternatively, use 'Are bikes popular in your country?'