Bike— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Answer the question directly using the past tense. “Buy” describes purchasing, while the question asks whether you owned a bike, so use “have” or “own.” Add one specific detail, such as why you did not have one or how you got around.

Example: No, I didn’t have a bike when I was a child. My family usually drove me to school, so I never really needed one.

Suggestion: Give a clear opinion about whether bikes are popular; “I’m not thinking about” does not answer the question and sounds incomplete. Support your view with a specific reason or example, and use a linking word such as “because” or “for example.”

Example: Yes, I think bikes are quite popular in my country, especially in smaller cities. They’re an affordable way to get around, and many people use them for short trips.

× No, I never buy.

✓ No, I never bought one.

The question asks about the past, as shown by 'did' and 'when you were a child,' so use the past-tense form 'bought' rather than 'buy.' Adding 'one' makes clear that you mean a bike.

× No, I'm not thinking about.

✓ No, I don't think so.

The question asks for a general opinion, so the simple present 'I don't think so' is more appropriate than the present progressive 'I'm not thinking.' Also, 'think about' normally needs an object, whereas 'think so' is a complete way to express this opinion.