Bike— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Use the past tense because the question refers to your childhood. Also, answer with a complete and natural phrase such as “Yes, I did,” and add one specific detail to make your response more developed.

Example: Yes, I did. I had a small blue bike when I was about eight years old, and I often rode it around my neighborhood with my friends.

Suggestion: Replace the unnatural phrase “I think yes” with “Yes, I think they are” or “I believe so.” Since the question asks about your country, refer to your country rather than only your hometown. Use the present tense for current popularity and add a reason or example with a linking word.

Example: Yes, I think bikes are quite popular in my country, especially among children and university students. For example, many people ride them to school or work because they are affordable and convenient.

× Yes, I have.

✓ Yes, I did.

The question uses the simple past auxiliary did: 'Did you have a bike...?'. In a short answer, repeat did rather than using have. Use 'Yes, I did' or 'No, I did not' to match a question beginning with did.