Gifts— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Your answer is natural and relevant, but a bit long and slightly repetitive. Aim to keep it within 3–4 sentences: give a clear topic sentence, one specific example, and one brief supporting detail. Reduce redundancy (e.g., avoid repeating ‘absolutely’ and ‘really’). Use a linking word to connect the example to your statement.

Example: Yes, I'm good at giving gifts. For example, for my husband's 32nd birthday I bought him an iPhone and wrapped it with a handmade knot decorated with hearts, which he loved. I enjoy making gifts personal because they show thoughtfulness and care.

Suggestion: Clear and relevant answer but slightly general and repetitive. Start with a direct topic sentence, then add one specific detail or example. Use a linking word (e.g., ‘for instance’ or ‘for example’) to make it coherent. Replace vague phrases like ‘things to remember’ with concrete actions or examples.

Example: I usually give gifts on special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, and festivals. For example, during Christmas I often prepare small handmade presents to share memories, because I prefer thoughtful gestures over expensive items.

Suggestion: Good structure but has minor grammar issues and some repetition (utility/use long term). Be concise: state the main criteria, then give one concrete example and a linking word (e.g., ‘also’). Correct small errors (‘another thing’ not ‘and other thing’; ‘from the heart’ instead of ‘straight from the heart’).

Example: I consider usefulness first, so I choose items the person can use daily or long-term. Also, I try to pick something meaningful from the heart, like a personalized item or a memory-based gift.

Suggestion: Strong and personal answer but opening with ‘More than 100 times’ sounds informal and vague. Begin with a clear topic sentence, then give a concise example and link to the present. Avoid ending with filler phrases like ‘that's something I absolutely enjoyed giving.’

Example: Yes, I have—many times. As a child I made cards with my mother for my father's birthdays and Father's Day, and even now I enjoy making handmade cards and crafts for my husband and nieces because they appreciate the personal touch.

Suggestion: Good opinion and clear message, but contains grammar errors and some exaggeration (‘worth million more’). Keep it concise: state your opinion, give one clear reason and one brief example. Correct grammar (subject–verb agreement, articles) and avoid hyperbole.

Example: No, I don't think expensive gifts express feelings better. Whether cheap or costly, a gift matters because of the thought behind it; for instance, a handmade card or a single flower can show more care than an expensive item.

× I normally gift people something on special occasions like their birthdays, anniversaries or during Christmas or other festivals.

✓ I normally give people something on special occasions like their birthdays, anniversaries, or during Christmas and other festivals.

The verb 'gift' as a transitive verb is less natural in this context and may cause agreement/usage problems. Using 'give' is the correct common verb for third-person forms and general statements. Also add a comma before 'or' in a list and use 'and' for parallel items to improve clarity.

× The first thing I consider is definitely the utility of the thing, how useful it is to the one I am gifting to.

✓ The first thing I consider is definitely the utility of the item, how useful it is to the person I am giving it to.

'Gifting to' is an awkward verb + preposition combination here. Use 'give' + 'to' with the object 'it' for correct verb-object-preposition order. Also 'thing' is vague; 'item' is more natural.

× And also I make sure that I give them things that they could use for long term.

✓ I also make sure that I give them things that they can use long term.

Use 'can' rather than 'could' for present habitual ability. Remove 'for' before 'long term' when used as an adverbial phrase ('use long term'). Also avoid starting sentences with 'And'.

× And other thing that comes to my mind is something that is straight from the heart rather than something objective.

✓ Another thing that comes to my mind is something that is straight from the heart rather than something practical.

'Other thing' should be 'Another thing'. 'Objective' is the wrong adjective here; likely intended meaning is 'practical' or 'material.' Use 'practical' for contrast with 'from the heart.'

× More than 100 times.

✓ More than 100 times, yes.

As a fragment answer 'More than 100 times' is acceptable in conversation but as a full sentence add a verb for grammatical completeness or pronounce affirmation. Adding 'yes' makes it a conversational but complete response.

× That's something I absolutely enjoyed giving.

✓ That's something I absolutely enjoy giving.

The context is habitual or current enjoyment; use present simple 'enjoy' rather than past 'enjoyed.' Present participle form is not needed here.

× Gifts, whether it's expensive or cheap, it is something that we are giving to the other person.

✓ Gifts, whether expensive or cheap, are things that we give to another person.

The original has mixed subjects and redundant pronouns ('it's' and 'it is'). Change to plural agreement: 'Gifts ... are things'. Remove redundant pronouns and use 'another person' for natural phrasing.

× Even a simple handmade card or a flower is worth million more than any other expensive gift.

✓ Even a simple handmade card or a flower is worth a million times more than any expensive gift.

Missing article 'a' before 'million'; also add 'times' to make the comparison natural. 'Any other expensive gift' is awkward—use 'any expensive gift.'

× It is about the importance or the love we put in the gifts rather than the gift itself.

✓ It's about the care and love we put into gifts rather than the gift itself.

'Importance' is awkward here; 'care' better expresses the intended meaning. Use 'into gifts' (preposition 'into' with 'put') and use contraction 'It's' for natural speech. Remove definite article before 'gifts.'