Bike— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Your response simply repeated the examiner's question instead of answering. For a good Part 1 answer, respond directly with a clear topic sentence (yes/no or short statement), add 1–2 specific supporting details using a linking word, and keep it under five sentences. For example, state whether you had a bike, say when and how often you used it, and mention a brief reason or memory.

Example: Yes, I did have a bike when I was a child. I got it for my seventh birthday and rode it to school almost every day. Because my neighborhood was quiet and safe, I spent a lot of time practicing tricks with my friends.

Suggestion: You repeated the examiner's question instead of giving an opinion. For this kind of question give a clear opinion in the topic sentence, then support it with 1–2 specific reasons or an example using linking words (for example, because/so/therefore). Keep answers 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 instance, cities have dedicated bike lanes and bike-sharing schemes, so commuting by bike is often faster than driving in rush hour.

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

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

The original student response simply repeated the examiner's question, which is a sentence structure error (type 26). The expected answer should be a declarative sentence with a subject and verb. Use past simple 'had' to match the time frame 'when you were a child'. Suggestion: answer directly with 'Yes, I had a bike when I was a child.' or 'No, I didn't have a bike when I was a child.' depending on the truth.

× 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 instead of answering, which is a sentence structure error (type 26). The appropriate response should be a declarative sentence using present simple 'think' to match the question tense and 'are' for the state. Suggestion: respond directly, for example 'Yes, I think bikes are popular in my country.' or 'No, I don't think bikes are very popular in my country.'