Bike— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Improve grammar, fluency and content. Start with a clear topic sentence in past tense, use correct verb forms and article, limit to 2–4 sentences, and add one specific supporting detail. Use linking words if you add details (for example, “so” or “because”).

Example: Yes, I had a bike when I was a child. I got it as a birthday present when I was seven, and I used to ride it to school every day, so I became quite confident on the road.

Suggestion: Avoid one-word answers. Give an opinion directly, then support it with 1–2 specific reasons or examples. Use linking words such as “because,” “for example,” or “however” to make your answer coherent. Keep answers natural and within 2–4 sentences.

Example: Yes, I think bikes are fairly popular in my country because many people use them for short trips and commuting in cities. For example, several cities have bike lanes and rental systems, so cycling is a convenient and affordable option for many residents.

× I don't have I don't have a bike when I was child.

✓ I didn't have a bike when I was a child.

This sentence mixes present tense 'don't have' with a past time reference 'when I was a child.' Use past tense 'didn't have' to match the past time. Also add the article 'a' before 'child' to form 'a child.' Suggestion: use 'I didn't have a bike when I was a child.' Use past simple for habits or possessions in the past and include necessary articles.

× I don't have I don't have a bike when I was child.

✓ I didn't have a bike when I was a child.

The original repeats 'I don't have' and has incorrect word order for a past-time statement. Remove the duplicate and change verb form to past simple to match 'when I was a child.' Include the article 'a' before 'child.' Suggestion: avoid repeating phrases and ensure verb tense matches the time expression.

× I don't know.

✓ I don't know.

The answer 'I don't know.' is grammatically correct for the present tense and is appropriate if the student truly does not know. If the intent was to refer to general popularity at present, 'I don't know' is acceptable. If they meant to express uncertainty about the past, they should use 'I didn't know.'