Part 1
Examinador
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Candidato
Yes, I like taking beautiful views because it makes my mind open up. Is it long?
Examinador
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Candidato
I prefer views in rural areas because they have more views of nature and I really love to look at nature because it helps me calm down. For example like rural areas has forests and flowers while urban areas has a lot of smoke so I don't like it.
Examinador
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Candidato
I prefer the views in my own country because like I said, I like nature and my country has a lot of nature and not only that, but I take pride in taking views in my own country.
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Puntuación: 65.0Sugerencia: Your answer is understandable but not fully natural or directly focused on the question. Avoid asking unrelated follow-up questions like “Is it long?” which confuse the examiner. Begin with a clear topic sentence, then give one or two brief supporting details using linking words. Keep it under five sentences and use more precise vocabulary (e.g., “scenery,” “relaxing,” “inspiring”).
Ejemplo: Yes, I enjoy taking pictures of different views because scenery often feels inspiring and calming. For example, I like photographing sunsets and coastal views since they create striking colors and peaceful moods.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Puntuación: 72.0Sugerencia: Good content and clear preference, but the answer is repetitive and has grammar issues. Use a concise topic sentence, then add one specific reason and an example. Use linking words (because, for instance, whereas) and correct grammar (e.g., “rural areas have,” “urban areas have”).
Ejemplo: I prefer rural views because they offer more natural landscapes and fresh air. For instance, rural areas often have forests and wildflowers, whereas urban areas tend to be crowded and polluted, which I find less relaxing.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Puntuación: 70.0Sugerencia: The answer expresses a clear preference but is repetitive and slightly informal. Start with a direct statement, then give a specific reason and a brief supporting detail or personal example. Avoid filler phrases (“like I said,” “not only that”).
Ejemplo: I prefer views in my own country because it has abundant natural landscapes that I know well. For example, I enjoy photographing local mountains and coastal areas, and I feel proud to capture scenes that reflect my country’s beauty.
× Yes, I like taking beautiful views because it makes my mind open up. Is it long?
✓ Yes, I like taking pictures of beautiful views because they open my mind. Is it a long process?
The original sentence has a tense and subject-number mismatch and unclear phrasing. 'Taking beautiful views' is unnatural; use 'taking pictures of beautiful views'. 'It makes my mind open up' mixes singular 'it' with a general experience; use 'they open my mind' referring to 'pictures/views'. The question 'Is it long?' is vague; change to 'Is it a long process?' to match context. Suggestion: refer clearly to the noun (views/pictures) and match verb number and tense (they open). Use more specific phrasing for questions.
× I prefer views in rural areas because they have more views of nature and I really love to look at nature because it helps me calm down.
✓ I prefer views in rural areas because they have more natural scenery, and I really love looking at nature because it helps me calm down.
The phrase 'have more views of nature' is repetitive and awkward; 'natural scenery' or 'natural views' is better. Use gerund 'looking at' or simply 'looking' consistently: 'I really love looking at nature'. This fixes awkward structure and ensures correct verb forms. Suggestion: avoid repeating 'views' and use concise nouns; use gerund after 'love'.
× For example like rural areas has forests and flowers while urban areas has a lot of smoke so I don't like it.
✓ For example, rural areas have forests and flowers, while urban areas have a lot of smoke, so I don't like them.
Subject-verb agreement error: 'rural areas has' and 'urban areas has' should be 'have' because 'areas' is plural. 'For example like' is redundant; use 'For example,'. Also pronoun 'it' is unclear when referring to plural 'areas'; use 'them'. Commas improve sentence flow. Suggestion: ensure plural subjects take plural verbs and match pronouns in number.
× I prefer the views in my own country because like I said, I like nature and my country has a lot of nature and not only that, but I take pride in taking views in my own country.
✓ I prefer the views in my own country because, as I said, I like nature and my country has a lot of it. I also take pride in photographing the scenery in my country.
Awkward repetition and unclear phrasing: 'has a lot of nature' is better as 'has a lot of it' (referring to nature). 'Taking views' is incorrect for photographing; use 'photographing the scenery' or 'taking pictures of the scenery'. 'Like I said' is informal; 'as I said' is more natural. Ensure verb tenses remain present simple for preferences. Suggestion: avoid repetition, use precise verbs (photograph/ take pictures), and keep consistent present-tense forms.