Bike— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Answer directly, but correct the verb form: after “did,” use the base form “have,” not “had.” Add one specific detail, such as when you rode it or where you used it.

Example: Yes, I did have a bike when I was a child. I used to ride it around my neighborhood after school.

Suggestion: Your answer is clear and relevant, but “in the early ages” is unnatural; say “at a young age.” Avoid making an absolute claim like “every child,” and support your opinion with a specific reason or example.

Example: Yes, bikes are quite popular in my country, especially among children. Many parents buy their kids a bike at a young age because it is a fun way to exercise and get around.

× Yes I did had a bike when I was a child.

✓ Yes, I did have a bike when I was a child.

After the auxiliary did, use the base form of the verb, have, rather than the past form, had. Use did + base verb to form a past-tense affirmative response.

× Every child in the early ages gets their bike.

✓ Every child gets their bike at an early age.

At an early age is the natural phrase for referring to when someone is young. In the early ages is not appropriate in this context. Place the age phrase after the main clause for a more natural sentence.