Part 1
Examiner
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Candidate
Mm.
Examiner
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Candidate
Hmm.
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Score: 10.0Suggestion: Answer the question directly with a clear sentence instead of using only a hesitation sound. Add one or two specific details, such as when you got the bike, how often you used it, or where you rode it. For example, begin with “Yes, I did” or “No, I didn’t,” and then give a brief reason or example.
Example: Yes, I did. I got my first bike when I was about seven, and I often rode it around my neighborhood with my friends. It was a simple blue bike, but I really enjoyed using it.
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Score: 10.0Suggestion: Give a direct opinion and support it with specific information. You could mention who commonly rides bikes, where they ride them, or why bicycles are popular or unpopular. Use linking words such as “because,” “for example,” or “although” to make your answer more coherent.
Example: Yes, I think bikes are quite popular in my country, especially among students and young adults. Many people use them for exercise or short journeys because they are inexpensive and environmentally friendly. However, some people avoid cycling because the roads can be busy.