Part 1
Examinador
Do you prefer sad or happy music?
Candidato
I think this one really depends on my mood. So if I'm happy, I think up beating music will make the moments even more enjoyable. But sometimes if you feel damned or dumped, umm, melancholic rhythms and lyrics will be a much better choice.
Examinador
Does happy music make you feel more excited?
Candidato
As I already told you, like the rhythm and the lyrics of happy songs seem to be more positive and brighter, so therefore it can be seen as umm booster for your mood.
Examinador
Have you taken any music classes?
Candidato
I remember going to piano class when I was in grade 3. That was when I was 7. I really enjoyed those music lessons and it really impacted my life in long term.
Examinador
Do you listen to music while doing other things?
Candidato
I really enjoy listening to music, especially when I'm cleaning my room because sometimes like tidying seems to be an exhausting work and it is good to have some upbeating melodies to sing along.
Do you prefer sad or happy music?
Pontuação: 72.0Sugestão: Be more concise and correct minor word choice and grammar. Start with a clear topic sentence, then add one specific supporting detail using a linking word. Avoid filler words like “umm.” Use correct collocations (e.g., “upbeat” not “up beating”) and neutral expressions (e.g., “feeling down” instead of “damned or dumped”).
Exemplo: It depends on my mood. When I’m happy, I prefer upbeat music because its lively rhythm makes celebrations more enjoyable; however, when I’m feeling down, I choose sad songs because their lyrics and slow melodies help me process my emotions.
Does happy music make you feel more excited?
Pontuação: 68.0Sugestão: Answer directly with a clear topic sentence and one concise reason. Remove references to earlier answers and filler words. Use linking words like “because” and correct noun phrases (e.g., “a mood booster”).
Exemplo: Yes, happy music usually makes me feel more excited because its upbeat rhythm and optimistic lyrics lift my mood and increase my energy.
Have you taken any music classes?
Pontuação: 80.0Sugestão: Provide a clear topic sentence followed by one specific detail and a concise explanation of the impact. Use correct phrasing (e.g., “long term” → “the long term”) and avoid repeating phrases like “really.”
Exemplo: Yes, I took piano lessons when I was seven in grade three. I enjoyed them a lot, and they had a long-term impact because they improved my discipline and gave me a lifelong appreciation for music.
Do you listen to music while doing other things?
Pontuação: 74.0Sugestão: Give a direct topic sentence, one clear example and one brief reason. Remove fillers (“like”) and correct collocations ("upbeat" not "upbeating"). Keep sentences concise and limit to five sentences max.
Exemplo: Yes, I often listen to music while doing other tasks, especially when I clean my room, because upbeat songs make tidying feel less tiring and I can sing along to stay motivated.
× I think this one really depends on my mood.
✓ I think this really depends on my mood.
Unnecessary filler word 'one' is awkward here; use 'this' to refer to the situation. The sentence uses present simple correctly to express general truth, so remove 'one' for natural phrasing.
× So if I'm happy, I think up beating music will make the moments even more enjoyable.
✓ So if I'm happy, I think upbeat music will make the moments even more enjoyable.
The intended adjective is 'upbeat' not 'up beating'. 'Upbeat' is a single-word adjective describing music. Present participle 'beating' is incorrect here.
× But sometimes if you feel damned or dumped, umm, melancholic rhythms and lyrics will be a much better choice.
✓ But sometimes if I feel down or dumped, melancholic rhythms and lyrics are a much better choice.
Pronoun should match speaker perspective ('I' rather than 'you') to answer the question about personal preference. 'Damned' is inappropriate; 'down' conveys sadness. Also use 'are' for plural 'rhythms and lyrics' or treat them as a singular choice — here 'are' or 'are a much better choice' fits.
× As I already told you, like the rhythm and the lyrics of happy songs seem to be more positive and brighter, so therefore it can be seen as umm booster for your mood.
✓ As I already told you, the rhythm and lyrics of happy songs seem more positive and brighter, so they can be seen as a boost for your mood.
Remove filler 'like' and use 'they' to refer to plural subject 'rhythm and lyrics'. 'Can be seen as a boost' uses the noun 'boost' correctly instead of 'booster'. Also avoid 'so therefore' (redundant).
× I remember going to piano class when I was in grade 3.
✓ I remember going to piano class when I was in grade 3.
This sentence is grammatically correct. It uses past tense memory appropriately; no change needed.
× That was when I was 7.
✓ That was when I was seven.
Sentence is correct in past tense. Use consistent style by writing numbers as words in informal speech; no grammatical change required.
× I really enjoyed those music lessons and it really impacted my life in long term.
✓ I really enjoyed those music lessons and they really impacted my life in the long term.
Use 'they' to match plural 'lessons' and include the definite article 'the' in the phrase 'in the long term'. 'Impacted' is acceptable but 'had a long-term impact on my life' is another natural alternative.
× I really enjoy listening to music, especially when I'm cleaning my room because sometimes like tidying seems to be an exhausting work and it is good to have some upbeating melodies to sing along.
✓ I really enjoy listening to music, especially when I'm cleaning my room, because tidying can be exhausting and it's good to have some upbeat melodies to sing along to.
Use 'tidying can be exhausting' for natural present reference; remove filler 'like'. 'Upbeating' is incorrect — use 'upbeat'. Add 'to' after 'sing along' to complete the phrasal verb. Use contraction 'it's' for natural speech.