Bike— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: You repeated the examiner's question instead of answering. Give a direct response with a clear topic sentence, then add one or two specific supporting details using linking words (maximum 5 sentences). Use relevant vocabulary about bicycles and childhood activities.

Example: Yes, I did have a bike when I was a child. It was a small red bicycle with training wheels, and I learned to ride it in my neighborhood park. Because I practiced every weekend with my older cousin, I became confident riding without help by the age of seven.

Suggestion: Again you repeated the examiner's question instead of answering. Provide a direct opinion first, then support it with specific reasons or examples, linking ideas with words like 'because' or 'for example'. Keep your response natural and concise (no more than five sentences).

Example: Yes, bikes are quite popular in my country because many people use them for short commutes and exercise. For example, in cities you can see bike lanes and shared bike services, which makes cycling convenient and affordable for students and workers.

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

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

The student's original reply repeated the examiner's question instead of answering; this is a sentence structure and pragmatic error (ID 26). To answer a yes/no past question starting with 'Did you...', use a past simple affirmative sentence: subject + past tense verb (I had). Provide brief supporting detail if desired (e.g., 'Yes, I had a bike when I was a child.'). Suggestion: Respond directly to the question using past simple: 'Yes, I had a bike when I was a child.' or 'No, I didn't have a bike when I was a child.'

× Do you think bikes are popular in your country?

✓ Yes, I think bikes are popular in my country.

The student again repeated the examiner's question rather than answering; this is a sentence structure/pragmatic error that affects tense usage (ID 6). To answer a present simple question beginning with 'Do you think...', respond with a present simple clause: 'I think' followed by the opinion. Use 'are popular' for the general present state. Suggestion: Give a direct opinion: 'Yes, I think bikes are popular in my country.' or 'No, I don't think bikes are very popular in my country.'