Part 1
Examinador
Do you like shopping?
Candidato
Yes, I do love shopping because whenever I feel stressed I usually go shopping alone and buy some things that help me relieve and I enjoyed it.
Examinador
Do you compare prices when you shop? Why?
Candidato
Of course, yes, I often compare prices before buying anything, especially electronics because I mean SIM. Small differences in cost can mean big savings. So I normally look at two or three retailer and retail reviews so I'm sure I got the best value.
Examinador
Is it difficult for you to make choices when you shop?
Candidato
Definitely yes. I've always find it difficult to make choices when I shop because umm, most items look similar so it's hard to tell which ones is better. For example, when I'm buying T-shirts, there are several brand with almost identical designs and materials, so I end up, uh, spending a long time before.
Examinador
Do you think expensive products are always better than cheaper ones?
Candidato
Uh, personally yes. I always think expensive projects are better than cheaper ones because they usually use higher quality materials and better manufacturing. Like for example, I prefer to buy a slightly more expensive phone because it lasts longer and has better performance.
Do you like shopping?
Puntuación: 68.0Sugerencia: Be more concise and correct grammar: begin with a clear topic sentence, then give one or two specific supporting details. Avoid tense and article errors and reduce filler words. Also limit to max 3–4 short sentences and use a linking word to connect reason and example.
Ejemplo: Yes, I enjoy shopping. When I feel stressed, I often go alone to browse and buy small items that help me relax. For example, a new book or a scented candle usually cheers me up.
Do you compare prices when you shop? Why?
Puntuación: 64.0Sugerencia: Clarify unclear phrases and correct grammar. Start with a direct topic sentence, explain why, then give a specific example. Use linking words (for example, so) and correct plural/singular and word choice (retailers, reviews).
Ejemplo: Yes, I always compare prices, especially for electronics, because small differences can add up. For example, I usually check prices at two or three retailers and read their reviews so I can be confident I'm getting the best value.
Is it difficult for you to make choices when you shop?
Puntuación: 60.0Sugerencia: Fix grammar and use smoother linking. Give a clear topic sentence, then one specific reason and an example. Remove fillers (umm, uh) and correct verb forms and plurals (I've always found, brands, which ones are better). Keep to 2–3 concise sentences.
Ejemplo: Yes, I often find it hard to choose because many items look similar, so it's difficult to judge quality. For example, when buying T-shirts, several brands have almost identical designs and materials, so I usually spend a long time deciding.
Do you think expensive products are always better than cheaper ones?
Puntuación: 66.0Sugerencia: Avoid absolute statements; show nuance and correct word choice. Start with a direct opinion, then acknowledge exceptions and give a specific reason and example. Fix vocabulary errors (products, not projects) and remove fillers.
Ejemplo: I generally think more expensive products can be better because they often use higher-quality materials and superior manufacturing. However, there are exceptions; for example, I might buy a mid-range phone that has excellent reviews rather than the most expensive model if it offers better value for money.
× Yes, I do love shopping because whenever I feel stressed I usually go shopping alone and buy some things that help me relieve and I enjoyed it.
✓ Yes, I love shopping because whenever I feel stressed I usually go shopping alone and buy some things that help me relax and I enjoy it.
The sentence mixes present simple with past tense 'enjoyed' which is inconsistent; 'do love' is acceptable for emphasis but simpler 'love' fits. 'Help me relieve' is incorrect collocation; the correct verb is 'relax'. Use present tense 'enjoy' to match habitual action. Suggestion: keep present tense for regular habits and use correct verb collocations like 'help me relax'.
× So I normally look at two or three retailer and retail reviews so I'm sure I got the best value.
✓ So I normally look at two or three retailers and retail reviews so I'm sure I get the best value.
'Retailer' should be plural 'retailers' to match 'two or three'. 'I'm sure I got' mixes past tense with present habitual context; use present 'I get' to indicate typical result. Keep tense consistent for routine actions.
× I've always find it difficult to make choices when I shop because umm, most items look similar so it's hard to tell which ones is better.
✓ I've always found it difficult to make choices when I shop because most items look similar so it's hard to tell which ones are better.
After 'I've always' the verb should be past participle 'found' (present perfect). 'Which ones is' is subject-verb agreement error; 'ones' is plural so use 'are'. Also remove filler 'umm' in formal answer. Maintain present perfect for experience up to now and present simple for general facts.
× For example, when I'm buying T-shirts, there are several brand with almost identical designs and materials, so I end up, uh, spending a long time before.
✓ For example, when I'm buying T-shirts, there are several brands with almost identical designs and materials, so I end up spending a long time deciding.
'Brand' should be plural 'brands' to agree with 'several'. 'Spending a long time before' is incomplete/unidiomatic; use 'spending a long time deciding' or 'taking a long time to decide'. Remove filler 'uh' for clarity.
× Uh, personally yes. I always think expensive projects are better than cheaper ones because they usually use higher quality materials and better manufacturing.
✓ Personally, yes. I always think expensive products are better than cheaper ones because they usually use higher-quality materials and better manufacturing processes.
'Projects' is the wrong word here; context requires 'products'. 'Higher quality' as a modifier is hyphenated 'higher-quality'. 'Better manufacturing' is vague; 'better manufacturing processes' is clearer. Also remove filler 'Uh'.
× Like for example, I prefer to buy a slightly more expensive phone because it lasts longer and has better performance.
✓ For example, I prefer to buy a slightly more expensive phone because it lasts longer and performs better.
'Like for example' is redundant; use 'for example'. 'Has better performance' is correct but more natural as 'performs better'. Keep present simple for general preference and habitual outcomes.