Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like chatting with friends?
Thí sinh
Yes, I like chatting my friends, especially when we have a specific topic like about our school project or where we can hang out and also when we have something to talk about like rumors about our schools or friends.
Giám khảo
What do you usually chat about with friends?
Thí sinh
We don't have a specific topic but As for me, we only talk about something that is more specific like RU rumors about our schools or having conversation about what we like or what we have to do to feel happy.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer to chat with a group of people or with only one friend?
Thí sinh
I would say both because sometimes when I prefer a group of people, yeah, we have the same situation that we like to talk like we have some connection each other and if I only one have friends to talk about, it's just like a secret or only both of us are known.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer to communicate face-to-face or via social media?
Thí sinh
I am a kind of person that doesn't talk too much in face to face but in via social media I would talk too much in more conversation because I can think in my mind while I was typing. For example, when face to face I can direct talking to them without thinking too much an option.
Giám khảo
Do you argue with friends?
Thí sinh
I have one friend of mine that argues about my Christianity when she speak or question me about my religion and I ask her also and I answered her ask her question and he argues more even though I know I am right and he was wrong.
Do you like chatting with friends?
Điểm: 62.0Gợi ý: Be more grammatically accurate and concise. Start with a clear topic sentence, avoid repetition (e.g., "about" used twice), and use linking words to add one or two supporting details. Also correct prepositions and possessives ("chatting with my friends").
Ví dụ: Yes, I enjoy chatting with my friends, especially when we have a specific topic. For example, we often discuss school projects and plan places to hang out, and sometimes we talk about school news or rumours. This helps us stay connected and organised.
What do you usually chat about with friends?
Điểm: 58.0Gợi ý: Open with a direct topic sentence and be specific. Remove filler phrases like "as for me" unless needed. Use linking words (for example, also) and correct phrasing ("rumours about our school"). Limit to 3–4 short sentences.
Ví dụ: Usually we don’t have a fixed topic. We often talk about things like school rumours, our hobbies, and what makes us happy. For example, last week we discussed plans to join a photography club.
Do you prefer to chat with a group of people or with only one friend?
Điểm: 55.0Gợi ý: Give a clear preference or say you like both, then explain with one supporting reason each. Use clearer linking words ("on the other hand") and correct grammar ("we have a connection with each other"). Keep it concise.
Ví dụ: I like both. In a group I enjoy the lively conversation because we share similar experiences. On the other hand, one-on-one chats are better for private or personal topics.
Do you prefer to communicate face-to-face or via social media?
Điểm: 60.0Gợi ý: Begin with a clear statement of preference and give a concise reason. Improve grammar ("I don't talk much face-to-face", "I talk more on social media") and use a linking phrase for the example. Avoid wordy or confusing phrases like "think in my mind while I was typing."
Ví dụ: I prefer social media to face-to-face communication because I have more time to think while I type. For example, online I can compose my thoughts carefully, whereas in person I often respond quickly without thinking much.
Do you argue with friends?
Điểm: 50.0Gợi ý: Answer directly and clearly; keep to 2–3 sentences. Use correct pronouns and verb forms, and avoid irrelevant detail. Explain briefly how you handle disagreements (calmly, respectfully) and use linking words ("however").
Ví dụ: Sometimes I have arguments with a friend about religion. When she questions my Christianity, I try to answer calmly and explain my views; however, we don't always agree and then we change the topic to avoid conflict.
× Yes, I like chatting my friends, especially when we have a specific topic like about our school project or where we can hang out and also when we have something to talk about like rumors about our schools or friends.
✓ Yes, I like chatting with my friends, especially when we have a specific topic, such as our school project or places where we can hang out, and when we have things to talk about, like rumors about our school or our friends.
The original sentence omitted the preposition 'with' after 'chatting' (use 'chat with someone') and had awkward phrases and plural agreement issues. Use 'chatting with my friends'. 'Like about' is redundant; use 'such as' or 'like'. 'Schools' should be singular if referring to the same school: use 'school' or 'our school'. Also simplify and parallelize the list items for clarity.
× We don't have a specific topic but As for me, we only talk about something that is more specific like RU rumors about our schools or having conversation about what we like or what we have to do to feel happy.
✓ We don't usually have a specific topic, but for me we only talk about more specific things, like rumors about our school or conversations about what we like or what we need to do to feel happy.
Incorrect and inconsistent preposition and article use: 'As for me' should be 'for me' in this context. 'Talk about something that is more specific' is wordy; use 'talk about more specific things'. 'RU' is unclear and likely unnecessary. 'Having conversation' is wrong; use the plural noun 'conversations'. Use 'need to do' instead of 'have to do' for clarity in this context.
× I would say both because sometimes when I prefer a group of people, yeah, we have the same situation that we like to talk like we have some connection each other and if I only one have friends to talk about, it's just like a secret or only both of us are known.
✓ I would say both. Sometimes when I prefer a group, we are in the same situation and enjoy talking because we feel connected to each other. If I have only one friend to talk to, our conversation is often private and known only to the two of us.
Original has subject-verb agreement and word order issues: 'we have some connection each other' should be 'we feel connected to each other'. 'If I only one have friends' is ungrammatical; correct is 'If I have only one friend'. 'Only both of us are known' is awkward; use 'known only to the two of us'.
× I am a kind of person that doesn't talk too much in face to face but in via social media I would talk too much in more conversation because I can think in my mind while I was typing.
✓ I am the kind of person who doesn't talk much face-to-face, but on social media I talk more because I can think while I am typing.
Preposition and phrase errors: use 'the kind of person who' not 'a kind of person that'. Use 'face-to-face' with hyphens and no preposition 'in'. Use 'on social media' instead of 'in via social media'. 'Talk too much in more conversation' is awkward; use 'talk more'. Maintain present tense: 'I can think while I am typing'.
× For example, when face to face I can direct talking to them without thinking too much an option.
✓ For example, face-to-face I can speak to them directly without thinking too much about what to say.
Tense and verb form problems and word order: 'direct talking to them' should be 'speak to them directly'. 'Thinking too much an option' is ungrammatical; use 'thinking too much about what to say'. Keep present tense and proper noun phrase order.
× I have one friend of mine that argues about my Christianity when she speak or question me about my religion and I ask her also and I answered her ask her question and he argues more even though I know I am right and he was wrong.
✓ I have a friend who argues about my Christianity; she speaks to me or questions me about my religion. I also ask her questions and answer hers, but she argues more even though I know I am right and she is wrong.
Multiple pronoun and verb form errors: 'one friend of mine that' should be 'a friend who'. 'When she speak' needs third person singular: 'she speaks'. 'Question me' is fine but split into clearer sentences. 'I answered her ask her question' is ungrammatical; use 'I answer her questions' or 'I answered her questions'. Pronouns inconsistent: 'he argues' should be 'she argues'. Maintain present simple for habitual actions: 'I have', 'she speaks', 'she is wrong'.