Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like buying shoes? How often?
Thí sinh
I don't really like buying shoes. I think it's a difficult task for me because my feets need a comfort one, a comfort by here of shoes. So usually I buy new balance because I think they are very comfortable. And often how often I think usually once a year?
Giám khảo
Have you ever bought shoes online?
Thí sinh
Yes, usually I buy my shoes online because my number is usually unavailable so I find them online and I think it's easier than go on a shop and buy them.
Giám khảo
How much money do you usually spend on shoes?
Thí sinh
I think I think I don't consider a lot the money for a pair of shoes because if I comfortable for my feet they worth the value so usually spent like one hundred and thirty euros that I think it's fair
Giám khảo
Which do you prefer, fashionable shoes or comfortable shoes?
Thí sinh
I would rather prefer the comfortable shoes because to go to Venice where I study I usually need to walk a lot so I need a comfortable pair of shoes for that. And that's it.
Do you like buying shoes? How often?
Điểm: 56.0Gợi ý: Be concise and correct grammar. Start with a clear topic sentence, then give 1–2 specific supporting details using linking words. Correct vocabulary (feet, comfortable, New Balance) and avoid repetitions. Keep answers to no more than 4–5 sentences.
Ví dụ: Not really. I find buying shoes difficult because my feet need a very comfortable fit. Therefore I usually choose New Balance since their models suit my feet well and provide good support. I typically buy a new pair about once a year.
Have you ever bought shoes online?
Điểm: 62.0Gợi ý: Give a direct yes/no, follow with a clear reason and one specific example. Use linking words (because, so, for example) and correct phrases (size not number; go to a shop). Keep sentences grammatical and concise.
Ví dụ: Yes. I usually buy shoes online because my size is often hard to find in local shops, so ordering online is more convenient. For example, I ordered a pair of trainers from the brand’s website last month and they fit perfectly.
How much money do you usually spend on shoes?
Điểm: 58.0Gợi ý: Answer directly with a price, then explain your reasoning using clear linking words. Fix grammar (I don’t worry much about price; if they are comfortable they’re worth it). Give a precise amount and keep to 2–3 sentences.
Ví dụ: I usually spend around €130 on a pair of shoes. I don’t worry too much about the price because if they are comfortable and support my feet well, I consider them good value.
Which do you prefer, fashionable shoes or comfortable shoes?
Điểm: 70.0Gợi ý: State your preference clearly, then give a specific reason and a short example. Use linking words (because, so, for example) and avoid filler phrases like “and that's it.” Keep it to 2–3 sentences for clarity.
Ví dụ: I prefer comfortable shoes rather than fashionable ones because I walk a lot while studying in Venice. For example, I often choose cushioned trainers so I can walk across the city without sore feet.
× I don't really like buying shoes.
✓ I don't really like buying shoes.
No change needed for this sentence; 'shoes' plural is correct for the general activity of buying footwear.
× I think it's a difficult task for me because my feets need a comfort one, a comfort by here of shoes.
✓ I think it's a difficult task for me because my feet need comfortable shoes.
'Feets' is incorrect pluralization; the correct plural of 'foot' is 'feet'. 'A comfort one' and 'a comfort by here of shoes' are ungrammatical; use the adjective 'comfortable' to describe 'shoes'. Suggestion: use 'my feet need comfortable shoes' for clear, natural phrasing.
× So usually I buy new balance because I think they are very comfortable.
✓ So usually I buy New Balance because I think they are very comfortable.
Tense is fine but 'New Balance' is a proper noun and should be capitalized. No grammatical change to tense; ensure brand names are written correctly.
× And often how often I think usually once a year?
✓ I think I usually buy them about once a year.
Original is a confused question/statement with incorrect word order. Rearranged to a clear declarative sentence matching the expected answer. Suggestion: place adverbs ('usually') before the main verb and use a clear time expression ('about once a year').
× Yes, usually I buy my shoes online because my number is usually unavailable so I find them online and I think it's easier than go on a shop and buy them.
✓ Yes, I usually buy my shoes online because my size is often unavailable in stores, so I find them online and I think it's easier than going to a shop to buy them.
Errors: 'my number' is incorrect word choice; 'size' is intended. 'Unavailable' refers to size in stores, so specify 'in stores'. Comparison structure 'easier than go on a shop' is incorrect; use the gerund 'going' after 'than' and the phrase 'going to a shop' or 'going into a shop'. Also change 'buy them' to clarify purpose. Suggestion: use 'going to a shop' and correct noun 'size'.
× I think I think I don't consider a lot the money for a pair of shoes because if I comfortable for my feet they worth the value so usually spent like one hundred and thirty euros that I think it's fair
✓ I don't spend a lot of money on a pair of shoes because if they are comfortable for my feet they are worth it, so I usually spend about one hundred and thirty euros, which I think is fair.
Multiple issues: redundant 'I think I think' removed. Word order and verb forms were incorrect: use 'I don't spend' not 'I don't consider a lot the money'. Need 'they are comfortable' (verb 'be'). 'They worth the value' is incorrect; use 'they are worth it' or 'they are worth the price'. 'Usually spent' should be 'I usually spend'. Use 'about' for approximate amounts and add punctuation for clarity. Suggestion: use subject + verb forms and proper phrase 'worth it'.
× I would rather prefer the comfortable shoes because to go to Venice where I study I usually need to walk a lot so I need a comfortable pair of shoes for that.
✓ I prefer comfortable shoes because, to go around Venice where I study, I usually have to walk a lot, so I need a comfortable pair of shoes for that.
'Would rather prefer' is redundant; use 'prefer' or 'would rather'. 'Need to walk a lot' is fine but after 'I usually' use 'have to' or 'need to' consistently; 'have to walk a lot' is more natural for obligation. Also 'to go to Venice' implies destination; 'to go around Venice' better conveys moving within the city. Suggestion: choose either 'prefer' or 'would rather' and use 'have to' for habitual obligation.
× And that's it.
✓ That's all.
Both are acceptable conversationally, but 'That's all' is slightly more natural and concise as a concluding remark. No major grammar error; this is a style suggestion.