Bike— Part 1 採点レポート

提案: Use the past tense because the question refers to your childhood. Say “Yes, I did” rather than “Yes, I have.” Also, add one or two specific details, such as when you got the bike, how often you used it, or where you rode it. This will make your answer more natural and complete while remaining within the five-sentence limit.

例: Yes, I did. I got my first bike when I was about seven, and I used to ride it around my neighborhood with my friends. It was a simple blue bike, but I really enjoyed using it.

提案: Answer the question directly, but avoid giving only “Yes,” because it does not develop your response. Add a reason and a specific example, such as bikes being affordable, convenient, environmentally friendly, or commonly used for exercise. Use a linking word such as “because” or “especially” to make your answer more coherent.

例: Yes, I think bikes are quite popular in my country because they are affordable and convenient for short trips. Many people also ride them for exercise, especially in parks and residential areas. However, they are less common in cities with heavy traffic.

× Yes, I have.

✓ Yes, I did.

The question is in the simple past tense: Did you have a bike...? Therefore, the short answer should use the past-tense auxiliary did, not the present-tense auxiliary have. Use Yes, I did or No, I did not when answering a past simple question beginning with Did.