Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Thí sinh
Yes, I like taking picture of different views as I'm a girl uh, so I like to take pictures uh, so that it can capture the beautiful scenarios, memories and capture its meaningful uh, scene.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Thí sinh
I would like to prefer building rural areas because, uh, I don't like to, uh, be, uh, in the crowd, uh, watching the views, uh, with many people. I just like to, umm, I just prefer, uh, watching the views, uh, only by myself.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Thí sinh
I prefer views in my own country. My country is Nepal where there are many beautiful lakes, views, scenarios, uh, Himalayans, uh, and there and my country's people, hospitality. I don't think other countries have, uh, this type of, uh, accommodation and accessibilities.
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Điểm: 55.0Gợi ý: Be more concise and avoid filler words (uh, um). Start with a clear topic sentence, then give one or two specific reasons or an example using linking words. Use correct plural/singular forms and more precise vocabulary (e.g., landscapes, scenery, moments).
Ví dụ: Yes, I enjoy photographing different views because it helps me capture beautiful scenery and preserve memories. For example, I often photograph mountain landscapes at sunset to remember the colours and atmosphere.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Điểm: 50.0Gợi ý: Give a direct answer first (urban or rural), then support it with specific reasons and a linking word (because, so, therefore). Remove repetitions and fillers. Provide a short example of a rural scene you enjoy. Keep it within 3–4 sentences.
Ví dụ: I prefer rural areas because they are quieter and less crowded, which makes it easier to enjoy the view. For example, I like walking by a peaceful lakeshore early in the morning because the calm water and birds create a relaxing atmosphere.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Điểm: 58.0Gợi ý: Answer directly then give specific supporting details and avoid vague terms like 'scenarios' and fillers. Use accurate vocabulary (Himalayas, landscapes, hospitality, accessibility) and explain briefly why these features matter to you. Keep to 2–3 sentences with one linking word (because, as).
Ví dụ: I prefer views in my own country because Nepal offers unique landscapes like the Himalayas and many picturesque lakes. Moreover, the local hospitality and easy access to mountain villages make visits more memorable and comfortable for me.
× Yes, I like taking picture of different views as I'm a girl uh, so I like to take pictures uh, so that it can capture the beautiful scenarios, memories and capture its meaningful uh, scene.
✓ Yes, I like taking pictures of different views because I'm a girl, so I like to take pictures to capture beautiful scenes, memories, and meaningful moments.
Singular/plural error: 'taking picture' should be 'taking pictures' to match plural 'different views'. 'Scenarios' is awkward; 'scenes' is the correct plural noun for views. 'Its meaningful scene' is incorrect reference and number; use 'meaningful moments' to refer generally. Also replace informal filler words and 'so that it can capture' with 'to capture' for clarity.
× I would like to prefer building rural areas because, uh, I don't like to, uh, be, uh, in the crowd, uh, watching the views, uh, with many people.
✓ I would prefer rural areas because I don't like being in a crowd watching views with many people.
Modal/phrase misuse: 'would like to prefer' is redundant; use 'would prefer' or 'prefer'. Also 'building rural areas' is incorrect word order; 'rural areas' alone is intended. 'I don't like to be in the crowd' is acceptable but more natural is 'I don't like being in a crowd'. Removed filler words and corrected phrase order.
× I just like to, umm, I just prefer, uh, watching the views, uh, only by myself.
✓ I just prefer to watch the views by myself.
Pronoun and reflexive phrasing: 'only by myself' is redundant; 'by myself' suffices. Use infinitive 'to watch' rather than gerund 'watching' after 'prefer' when stating a general preference; both are possible but 'prefer to watch' is clearer here. Removed fillers.
× I prefer views in my own country.
✓ I prefer the views in my own country.
Article/tense nuance: Adding the definite article 'the' before 'views' makes the sentence more natural when referring to specific types of views in the speaker's country. The present simple 'prefer' is correct for general preference.
× My country is Nepal where there are many beautiful lakes, views, scenarios, uh, Himalayans, uh, and there and my country's people, hospitality.
✓ My country is Nepal, which has many beautiful lakes, scenic views, the Himalayas, and very hospitable people.
Several singular/plural and word choice errors: 'scenarios' is incorrect for landscapes; use 'scenic views'. 'Himalayans' should be 'the Himalayas'. 'my country's people, hospitality' is ungrammatical; rephrase to 'very hospitable people'. Also corrected clause structure using 'which has'.
× I don't think other countries have, uh, this type of, uh, accommodation and accessibilities.
✓ I don't think other countries have the same kinds of accommodation and accessibility.
Quantifier and word choice: 'this type of' with uncountable/plural nouns is awkward; 'the same kinds of' is clearer. 'Accessibilities' is not commonly used; use 'accessibility' as an uncountable noun. Adjusted article 'the' for specificity.