Bike— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Answer directly, then add a brief reason or personal detail. Use the natural phrase “ride a bike” instead of “ride bike,” and replace “until now” with “to this day” or “even now.” Also, “Unfortunately, no” should be followed by a comma.

Example: Unfortunately, no. I didn’t have a bike when I was a child, and I still can’t ride one to this day. My parents were worried that I might get injured, so I never had the chance to learn.

Suggestion: Your answer is clear and grammatically accurate, but it could be more developed with a specific reason, example, or comparison. Explain why people cycle, such as to save money, avoid traffic, or get exercise. You could also mention where cycling is especially common.

Example: Yes, I think bikes are quite popular in my country, especially in large cities. Many people commute by bike because it is affordable and helps them avoid traffic jams. In addition, cycling is becoming more common among young people who want to stay fit and reduce pollution.

× Unfortunately no, I didn't have a bike and I still can't ride bike until now.

✓ Unfortunately, no. I didn't have a bike, and I still can't ride a bike.

The singular countable noun bike requires an article. Use a before bike when referring to a nonspecific bike. The phrase until now is unnecessary and unnatural here because still already expresses that the situation continues to the present.