Bike— Part 1 採点レポート

提案: The answer is ungrammatical and too short. Give a direct, grammatically correct response (use past tense) and add a brief reason or context. Keep it natural and no more than 3–4 sentences. Use linking words like “because” or “although.”

例: No, I didn’t have a bike when I was a child because my family lived in a small apartment and there wasn’t enough space to store one. However, I remember borrowing bikes from friends sometimes to ride in the park.

提案: A good, relevant answer with specific details and an example. Improve accuracy (subject-verb agreement), vary vocabulary slightly, and add a linking phrase to make it flow even better. Keep within 3–4 sentences and avoid repetition (e.g., avoid repeating 'cheaper' and 'commute' back-to-back).

例: Yes, bicycles are quite popular in my country because many people prefer them as an inexpensive way to travel. In addition, cycling is practical for short trips and for exercise, so you see many commuters and recreational riders during rush hour and in parks.

× No, I'm not.

✓ No, I didn't.

The examiner asked about having a bike in the past. The student used 'I'm not', which is present tense and a contraction of 'I am not' and does not answer the past question. The correct short negative answer to 'Did you have...' is 'No, I didn't.' Use the past auxiliary 'did' plus not to negate past possession. Suggestion: Use 'No, I didn't' or 'No, I didn't have one.' for clarity.

× Yes, bicycle are quite popular in my country because many people use them to save money.

✓ Yes, bicycles are quite popular in my country because many people use them to save money.

The noun 'bicycle' is singular but the verb 'are' indicates plural. Use the plural form 'bicycles' to match the plural verb. Also 'them' correctly refers to the plural noun. Suggestion: Use plural nouns when referring to general popularity across many items: 'Bicycles are quite popular.'