Bike— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Answer directly, then explain how often you rode it or why you stopped. “I didn’t get used to using the bike for a long time” is unclear; say “I didn’t ride it for very long” if you mean you stopped riding soon. Avoid repeating “bike” by using “it.”

Example: Yes, I had a bike as a child, but I didn’t ride it for very long. I only used it around my neighborhood because I soon became more interested in other activities.

Suggestion: Give a clear answer and complete your thought. Use “the Philippines,” not “here in Philippines,” and avoid the filler “um.” Explain what makes cycling dangerous, then add a brief contrast or example. Keep the response to no more than five sentences.

Example: Yes, bikes are quite popular in the Philippines, especially for short trips and exercise. However, cycling can be dangerous in many areas because there aren’t enough proper bike lanes, and cyclists have to share busy roads with cars. I think more protected lanes would encourage people to ride.

× Bikes are very popular in my country here in Philippines, but riding a bike is very dangerous here since we don't have a proper bike lane and the cars keep um

✓ Bikes are very popular in my country here in the Philippines, but riding a bike is very dangerous here since we don't have a proper bike lane and the cars keep um

Use the definite article the before the Philippines. The Philippines is the name of a country that conventionally takes the definite article. Add the before Philippines when referring to the country.