Food— Part 1 Informe

Sugerencia: Make the answer more natural and grammatically correct. Start with a clear topic sentence, then add one or two specific supporting details using linking words. Avoid tense errors and redundancy. For example, change “discover” to past tense and shorten repetitive phrases.

Ejemplo: My favourite food is beef. I began to prefer it after I started dieting because it tastes great and is high in protein, which keeps me feeling full for longer. Additionally, I like lean cuts such as sirloin because they’re easier to cook and healthy.

Sugerencia: Use correct past tense consistently and combine sentences to avoid repetition. Provide one specific example and a brief reason or result, linked logically. Correct vocabulary (e.g., ‘tooth problem’ → ‘a toothache’ or ‘dental issues’).

Ejemplo: When I was young I loved sweet treats, especially candies, and I ate them almost every day. As a result, I developed dental problems and had to visit the dentist, so my parents limited sweets afterward.

Sugerencia: Begin with a concise topic sentence, then give one or two specific examples of seasonal dishes and use linking words to show contrast. Reduce listing and add a little explanation about why you stick to certain foods.

Ejemplo: Not really — most of my everyday foods like potatoes, tomatoes and cabbage are available year-round. However, when I eat out I sometimes try seasonal dishes such as summer salads made with fresh berries or autumn stews, because they highlight local ingredients.

Sugerencia: Provide a clear topic sentence followed by a concise reason and one specific example of a dish you now prefer. Use linking words to connect change and reason for clarity.

Ejemplo: Yes, it has. I rarely eat sweet treats now because they’re unhealthy, and I prefer meals that are nutritious and tasty. For example, I often choose grilled fish with steamed vegetables as a balanced, flavorful option.

× Since I started dieting I have tried various types of meat and finally discover I really enjoy beef because it is really tasty and rich in protein which helps me feel full after meals.

✓ Since I started dieting, I have tried various types of meat and finally discovered I really enjoy beef because it is really tasty and rich in protein, which helps me feel full after meals.

Subject-verb agreement and tense consistency: 'I have tried' is present perfect, so the result 'discover' must be in a past participle form to match the sequence of events; use 'discovered'. Also add commas after the introductory phrase and before the nonrestrictive clause 'which helps...' for clarity.

× When I was young, I love sweet treats, especially candies.

✓ When I was young, I loved sweet treats, especially candies.

Past tense issue: The time marker 'When I was young' requires past tense throughout the sentence. 'Love' is present tense; change to 'loved' to maintain tense consistency.

× I tried many different types of sweets and I had them almost every day.

✓ I tried many different types of sweets and had them almost every day.

Past tense redundancy and style: Both clauses are past, so keep 'had' but it is acceptable to omit the second 'I' for smoother style. No grammatical change required beyond optional removal of the repeated subject.

× Eventually I had tooth problem and it led to a visit to the dentist.

✓ Eventually I had a tooth problem and it led to a visit to the dentist.

Article error (22) and past tense consistency: 'Tooth problem' needs an indefinite article 'a'. The past tense 'had' and 'led' are correct; adding 'a' makes the noun phrase grammatically correct.

× Usually I eat potatoes, tomatoes, cabbages all year round.

✓ Usually I eat potatoes, tomatoes, and cabbage all year round.

Singular and plural issue and parallelism: 'Cabbages' is correct in plural but 'cabbage' as an uncountable or collective food item is more natural. Also add 'and' before the last item for proper list punctuation.

× They are usually famous and delicious.

✓ They are usually famous and delicious.

Subject-verb agreement: Sentence is grammatically correct; no change needed. 'They' refers to seasonal dishes (plural), so 'are' is correct. Kept for completeness.

× Yes it has.

✓ Yes, it has.

Present tense/ punctuation: The sentence is grammatically correct in present perfect ('Has your favourite food changed...? Yes, it has.'). Add a comma after 'Yes' for correct punctuation.

× I seldom have sweet treats nowadays because they are really bad for my overall well-being.

✓ I seldom have sweet treats nowadays because they are really bad for my overall well-being.

Present tense: Sentence is correct as written (present simple 'seldom have' and 'are' match 'nowadays'). No grammatical change required.

× I prefer dishes that are both healthy and tasty.

✓ I prefer dishes that are both healthy and tasty.

Adjective usage: Sentence is correct; 'healthy' and 'tasty' are appropriate adjectives. No change needed.