Part 1
Examinador
Do you like buying shoes? How often?
Candidato
No, I don't actually enjoy buying shoes. I buy shoes once a year normally. This is because I see shoes as a necessity, not a fashionable item, so I just buy it when it gets ruined.
Examinador
Have you ever bought shoes online?
Candidato
Yes, I always buy shoes online. This is because I see them as a necessity, not a fashionable item. So I usually buy the same pair that I bought last time and the shoe size doesn't really change.
Examinador
How much money do you usually spend on shoes?
Candidato
Usually I spend 10,000 Japanese yen per year. This is because I like to buy the same shoes that I was wearing last time so I can forecast how much money I will use on.
Examinador
Which do you prefer, fashionable shoes or comfortable shoes?
Candidato
I definitely prefer comfortable shoes. This is because I see them as a necessity, not a fashionable item. My recommendation is Adidas and it has a white, shiny and ordinary shoes.
Do you like buying shoes? How often?
Pontuação: 70.0Sugestão: Your answer is clear and directly answers the question, but it repeats the same idea and has minor grammar issues (e.g., 'buy it' → 'buy them', and 'once a year normally' → 'normally once a year'). To improve, make the response more concise, vary vocabulary, and add one brief supporting detail with a linking word. Aim for 2–3 sentences and correct agreement.
Exemplo: No, I don't really enjoy shopping for shoes; I normally buy them once a year. I treat shoes as a necessity rather than fashion, so I only replace them when they are worn out.
Have you ever bought shoes online?
Pontuação: 72.0Sugestão: Good direct answer and reason, but ‘always’ may be exaggerated; use precise language. Avoid repeating the same rationale used earlier. Add a linking word and a specific example of how you choose the shoe (brand, model, or site) to enrich the answer and show variety in vocabulary.
Exemplo: Yes, I usually buy shoes online because it's convenient; for example, I often reorder the same Adidas running model from the retailer's website since the fit is consistent.
How much money do you usually spend on shoes?
Pontuação: 68.0Sugestão: The amount is clear, but the explanation is slightly repetitive and has awkward phrasing ('I was wearing last time', 'forecast how much money I will use on'). Improve by using concise, grammatically correct sentences and a linking word to connect the amount with the reason. You could also briefly compare with other expenses to add a specific detail.
Exemplo: I usually spend about 10,000 yen a year on shoes because I tend to buy the same pair repeatedly, so the cost is predictable. Consequently, I rarely exceed that budget.
Which do you prefer, fashionable shoes or comfortable shoes?
Pontuação: 64.0Sugestão: You answer the question directly, but the supporting detail is vague and contains grammar and word-choice errors ('it has a white, shiny and ordinary shoes'). Improve by giving a specific reason why comfort matters and describing one or two clear features of the shoes you recommend. Use linking words and correct noun agreement.
Exemplo: I definitely prefer comfortable shoes because I walk a lot and need good support. For example, I recommend Adidas trainers in white because they have cushioned soles and breathable material, which makes them comfortable for everyday wear.
× I buy shoes once a year normally.
✓ I usually buy shoes once a year.
The sentence order is awkward; moving the adverb 'usually' before the verb clarifies frequency. Also keeping 'shoes' plural is correct because it refers to the general item. Suggest placing adverbs of frequency before the main verb for natural English.
× This is because I see shoes as a necessity, not a fashionable item, so I just buy it when it gets ruined.
✓ This is because I see shoes as a necessity, not a fashionable item, so I just buy them when they get ruined.
The plural noun 'shoes' requires the plural pronouns 'them' and 'they'. Using 'it' and 'it gets' is incorrect agreement. Use plural pronouns to match plural antecedents.
× Yes, I always buy shoes online.
✓ Yes, I always buy shoes online.
This sentence is correct; no grammatical change needed. It uses the first person subject 'I' with the base verb 'buy'. No third person singular error is present.
× This is because I see them as a necessity, not a fashionable item.
✓ This is because I see shoes as a necessity, not a fashionable item.
Using 'them' is acceptable if it clearly refers to 'shoes' from the previous sentence, but repeating 'shoes' improves clarity. Also maintain parallel noun phrasing; 'fashionable item' is singular while 'shoes' is plural—consider 'fashionable items' or keep singular but ensure meaning is clear.
× So I usually buy the same pair that I bought last time and the shoe size doesn't really change.
✓ So I usually buy the same pair that I bought last time, and my shoe size doesn't really change.
Add the possessive 'my' before 'shoe size' to indicate whose size is meant. This fixes clarity; verb 'doesn't' correctly agrees with singular noun 'size'. Also add a comma before 'and' to join clauses.
× Usually I spend 10,000 Japanese yen per year.
✓ Usually, I spend 10,000 Japanese yen per year.
Add a comma after the introductory adverb 'Usually' for natural punctuation. The grammar is otherwise correct and the amount is expressed properly.
× This is because I like to buy the same shoes that I was wearing last time so I can forecast how much money I will use on.
✓ This is because I like to buy the same shoes that I was wearing last time, so I can predict how much money I will spend on them.
Several issues: 'forecast' is less natural for personal spending; 'predict' or 'estimate' is better. The verb phrase 'will use on' is incomplete; 'spend on them' completes the idea. Add comma before 'so' and include the pronoun 'them' to refer back to 'shoes'.
× I definitely prefer comfortable shoes.
✓ I definitely prefer comfortable shoes.
Sentence is correct as written; 'comfortable shoes' is plural and matches 'prefer'. No grammatical change needed.
× This is because I see them as a necessity, not a fashionable item.
✓ This is because I see shoes as a necessity, not fashion items.
As before, ensure number agreement and parallel structure: use 'shoes' or 'them' consistently and make 'fashion items' plural to match 'shoes', or rephrase to 'not as something fashionable'.
× My recommendation is Adidas and it has a white, shiny and ordinary shoes.
✓ My recommendation is Adidas; they have plain white shoes.
Problems: 'Adidas' as a brand takes a plural pronoun 'they' in natural English. 'It has ... shoes' conflicts with plural 'shoes' and adjective order is wrong. 'White, shiny and ordinary' is awkward—'plain white' or 'simple white' is more natural. Use 'they have' to refer to the brand's products and match plural noun 'shoes'.