Reading— Part 1 採点レポート

提案: Correct vocabulary and clear topic sentence: replace 'dating' with 'reading' and remove repetition. Keep answer concise (max 5 sentences) and add one specific example of a book or author to make it more concrete. Use linking words like 'because' or 'so' to connect ideas naturally.

例: Yes, I enjoy reading because it helps me learn things I didn't know before. I usually read novels, especially contemporary mysteries, because their plots are engaging and help me relax after a busy day. For example, I recently read The Girl on the Train, which I finished in two evenings. I typically read twice a week, usually on Sunday and Wednesday evenings.

提案: Fix incorrect words ('long tickets' should be 'long texts') and remove unclear phrases ('down on the Internet'). Provide a clear reason and one brief example comparing reading a history book on paper versus on a laptop. Keep it within 3–4 sentences and use linking words like 'because' and 'for example'.

例: I prefer reading on paper because I find it easier to concentrate on long texts. For example, when I read a history book or a printed newspaper, I focus better and remember more. On screens I get distracted and my eyes tire quickly, so paper is usually more comfortable for in-depth reading.

提案: Clarify unclear phrase 'Culture readings make news articles or novels in an easy style' and use clearer contrast between careful and skimming reading. State a clear topic sentence, then give a specific example of each situation and use linking words like 'however' or 'whereas'.

例: I need to read very carefully for academic assignments or English-language journals because they contain complex ideas and unfamiliar vocabulary. For example, when preparing for a class I slow down, take notes, and look up difficult words. However, I skim news articles or light novels to get the main idea without focusing on every sentence.

提案: Good clear response and relevant details. To improve, add a brief linking phrase showing contrast (e.g., 'but for...') and give one concise example of a study technique (e.g., underlining or summarising). Keep within 3–4 sentences to be more natural and efficient.

例: I prefer detailed reading, especially for academic tasks, because I need to understand complex arguments. For instance, when I read an English journal article I underline key points, note unfamiliar vocabulary, and summarise each paragraph. For simpler texts like blog posts, however, I usually scan to find the main idea.

× Yes, I enjoy dating because it helps me learn what I didn't know before.

✓ Yes, I enjoy reading because it helps me learn what I didn't know before.

The student wrote 'dating' instead of 'reading', which is a word choice error causing meaning confusion and breaks sentence coherence. This fits a sentence structure error (ID 26). Suggestion: replace incorrect word with the intended noun 'reading' and proofread for semantic appropriateness.

× I read books twice a week, which is the which is my favorite time in a week.

✓ I read books twice a week, which is my favorite time of the week.

The original has repetition 'which is the which is' and awkward phrase 'in a week'. This is a sentence structure error (ID 26). Suggestion: remove the duplicated phrase and use the idiomatic 'of the week' to express preference.

× I prefer reading on paper because it helps me understand long tickets better.

✓ I prefer reading on paper because it helps me understand long texts better.

'Long tickets' is incorrect word choice; likely intended 'long texts'. This is an incorrect use of vocabulary/adjective-adjacent noun (ID 13). Suggestion: use the correct noun 'texts' for the intended meaning and check vocabulary when a word seems semantically odd.

× For example, I find it easier to concentrate on history books or printed newspapers down on the Internet, down on the laptop.

✓ For example, I find it easier to concentrate on history books or printed newspapers than on the Internet or on a laptop.

The phrase 'down on the Internet, down on the laptop' is ungrammatical. This is a sentence structure error (ID 26). Suggestion: use the comparative structure 'than on' and parallel nouns 'the Internet' and 'a laptop'.

× When I read on screens, I get distracted and my eyes tire more quickly, so paper is usually more comfortable.

✓ When I read on screens, I get distracted and my eyes tire more quickly, so reading on paper is usually more comfortable.

Sentence is mostly clear but 'paper is usually more comfortable' is slightly ambiguous; making the subject explicit improves clarity. This fits incorrect use of pronouns/reference (ID 12). Suggestion: explicitly refer to 'reading on paper' to clarify the comparison.

× I need to read very carefully when I have reading assignments or study academic journals in English because my native language is not English and those texts are often difficult to read through.

✓ I need to read very carefully when I have reading assignments or study academic journals in English because my native language is not English and those texts are often difficult to understand.

The phrase 'difficult to read through' is awkward; 'difficult to understand' is clearer. This is a sentence structure issue (ID 26). Suggestion: use idiomatic verbs ('understand') for comprehension contexts.

× Culture readings make news articles or novels in an easy style.

✓ Cultural readings, like news articles or novels, are usually written in an easier style.

Original sentence is unclear and ungrammatical ('Culture readings make...' doesn't convey intended meaning). This is a sentence structure error (ID 26). Suggestion: rephrase to show examples and use 'easier style' or 'a simpler style'.

× I usually skim and don't focus as much on every sentence instead of paying attention to the main ideas.

✓ I usually skim and don't focus on every sentence; instead, I pay attention to the main ideas.

Using 'instead of' after 'don't focus' creates a faulty conjunction/contrast structure. This is incorrect conjunction use (ID 16). Suggestion: split into two clauses or use 'instead' with correct punctuation to show contrast.

× I prefer detailed reading, especially for academic tasks.

✓ I prefer detailed reading, especially for academic tasks.

This sentence is correct; no grammatical change needed. Explanation: The grammar and structure are appropriate for the context. (No error from the provided list.)

× When I read journals in English, I need to read very carefully because it's not my native language, so I pay close attention to sentence structure and take notes on key arguments and unfamiliar vocabulary.

✓ When I read journals in English, I need to read very carefully because English is not my native language, so I pay close attention to sentence structure and take notes on key arguments and unfamiliar vocabulary.

Using 'it's not my native language' is understandable but slightly ambiguous; explicitly naming the language ('English') clarifies reference. This relates to present tense reference/clarity (ID 6). Suggestion: explicitly state the language for clarity and maintain present tense consistency.