Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Thí sinh
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Thí sinh
Do you prefer views in operators or rural areas?
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Thí sinh
Do you prefer views in your own country or in another country?
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Điểm: 20.0Gợi ý: Your response repeats the examiner's question instead of answering. Always provide a direct answer (yes/no or a preference) and add one or two supporting details. Keep answers natural, concise (maximum 5 sentences), and use linking words if you add details.
Ví dụ: Yes, I enjoy taking pictures of different views. For example, I often photograph city skylines at sunset because the light creates interesting colors and contrasts. I also like capturing rural landscapes when I travel, since they feel peaceful and show a different side of the country.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Điểm: 20.0Gợi ý: The student again repeated the question and introduced a pronunciation/word error (“operators” instead of “urban”). Answer directly and correct vocabulary: say ‘urban’ or ‘rural’, then give a clear reason and one specific example. Use a linking word when adding the reason (e.g., because, since, as a result).
Ví dụ: I prefer views in urban areas because I enjoy the energy and architecture. For instance, I like taking photos of modern buildings and busy streets at night because the lights create dramatic scenes.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Điểm: 20.0Gợi ý: You repeated the question instead of answering and changed wording slightly. Choose which you prefer and explain why with a specific detail or example. Keep it brief and coherent, using linking words like ‘however’ or ‘also’ if you contrast preferences.
Ví dụ: I prefer views in other countries because I enjoy discovering different landscapes and cultures. For example, when I visited Japan I photographed traditional gardens and mountain scenery that I wouldn’t find at home, which made my photos feel more unique.
× Do you like taking pictures of different views?
✓ Do you like taking pictures of different views?
No grammatical error detected. The sentence is correct and fits the question. No change needed.
× Do you prefer views in operators or rural areas?
✓ Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
The student used 'operators', which is incorrect in this context. The examiner's question contrasts 'urban' and 'rural' areas; 'operators' is a wrong word choice likely due to mishearing. Replace 'operators' with 'urban' to restore the intended meaning. Suggestion: listen for and practice minimal pairs and common vocabulary for places (urban, rural, suburban) to avoid similar mistakes.
× Do you prefer views in your own country or in another country?
✓ Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
The examiner asked about preference 'in your own country or in other countries' (plural), so the student changed 'other countries' to 'another country', which alters meaning. Both forms can be grammatical, but to match the examiner's original contrast and general sense, use 'other countries' (plural). Suggestion: pay attention to number intended by the question; use 'another country' when referring to one specific foreign country and 'other countries' when referring generally to countries outside your own.