Bike— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Answer the question directly instead of repeating it. Begin with a clear response such as “Yes, I did” or “No, I didn’t,” and then add one or two specific details, such as when you used the bike, where you rode it, or who gave it to you. Use a linking word such as “because” or “so” to connect your ideas naturally.

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

Suggestion: Give a more natural direct answer: “No, I don’t think bikes are very popular.” Avoid saying “the bikes are not,” and replace vague phrases such as “and like that” with specific explanations. Also, avoid overgeneralizing with “all people”; use “many people” or “most people.” Add a clear reason and, if possible, mention a contrast or exception, such as people who cycle for exercise.

Example: No, I don’t think bikes are very popular in my country because many people prefer cars for commuting, especially over long distances. Cars are usually faster and more convenient. However, some people still ride bikes for exercise or to avoid traffic.

× No, the bikes are not because all people have cars since it is faster and like that.

✓ No, bikes are not popular because all people have cars since they are faster.

The definite article the is generally not used before a plural noun when speaking about bikes in general. Use bikes instead of the bikes. Also, the answer should repeat the adjective popular to make the sentence complete and clear.

× No, the bikes are not because all people have cars since it is faster and like that.

✓ No, bikes are not popular because all people have cars since they are faster.

The pronoun it is singular, but it refers to cars, which is plural. Therefore, use they are faster, not it is faster. Avoid the vague expression like that; give a specific reason instead.