Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Thí sinh
Yes, I do like taking pictures of different views because I believe pictures reminds me the places that I have visited. I can assure also pictures bring back memories.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Thí sinh
I prefer both views in urban areas and in rural areas. In urban areas like the city light, the city view. I like umm seeing umm La big buildings. Also in rural areas I love nature, I love to see trees, I love to see Umm river I love.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Thí sinh
I prefer both views because I love my country. I love the views my country had, but also I love to explore other countries, what they had. I want to explore their scenery, their culture.
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Điểm: 62.0Gợi ý: Be more concise and correct grammar. Start with a clear topic sentence, avoid repetition, and fix verb and article errors. Add one specific example to make your answer more vivid. Use linking words like “because” or “for example” to connect ideas.
Ví dụ: Yes, I enjoy photographing different views because photos help me remember places I’ve visited. For example, a picture of the mountain I climbed last year instantly brings back the smell of pine and the sunrise over the valley.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Điểm: 48.0Gợi ý: Organize the answer with a clear topic sentence and use linking words to compare the two. Reduce hesitations and repetitions, correct vocabulary (e.g., “large buildings,” “city lights”), and give one specific contrasting detail for each area.
Ví dụ: I like both urban and rural views for different reasons. In cities I enjoy photographing city lights and large buildings because they create dramatic night scenes, while in the countryside I prefer rivers and forests, which offer peaceful, natural compositions.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Điểm: 58.0Gợi ý: Give a direct topic sentence and link reasons using connectors such as “because” and “however.” Fix grammar (e.g., “what they have” → “what they have to offer”) and provide a specific example of a scene at home and abroad to support your preference.
Ví dụ: I enjoy views both at home and abroad because each offers unique attractions. For example, at home I appreciate familiar coastal sunsets that feel comforting, whereas abroad I like exploring mountain landscapes and local architecture that reveal different cultures.
× Yes, I do like taking pictures of different views because I believe pictures reminds me the places that I have visited.
✓ Yes, I do like taking pictures of different views because I believe pictures remind me of the places that I have visited.
The noun 'pictures' is plural, so the verb should be 'remind' (plural verb) not 'reminds' (singular). Also, include the preposition 'of' after 'remind' to indicate what is being remembered. Suggestion: match subject and verb number and use correct preposition: 'pictures remind me of...'.
× I can assure also pictures bring back memories.
✓ I can also assure you that pictures bring back memories.
The original lacks proper word order and a direct object for 'assure'. 'Also' should follow the auxiliary or subject, and 'assure' usually takes an object (e.g., 'you') and 'that' introduces the clause. Suggestion: use 'I can also assure you that...'.
× I prefer both views in urban areas and in rural areas.
✓ I prefer both urban and rural views.
Redundant 'in' phrases are awkward. Use the adjective forms 'urban' and 'rural' before 'views' for concise and natural phrasing. Suggestion: reduce repetition by using 'urban and rural views'.
× In urban areas like the city light, the city view.
✓ In urban areas, I like city lights and city views.
The original is a fragment and lists nouns without a verb. Add a subject and verb ('I like') and correct plural 'lights' to match common usage. Suggestion: form a complete sentence: 'I like city lights and city views.'
× I like umm seeing umm La big buildings.
✓ I like seeing big buildings.
'La' is incorrect and unnecessary; likely filler words 'umm' should be removed. Use 'big buildings' without an article for general statement. Suggestion: remove fillers and extraneous words: 'I like seeing big buildings.'
× Also in rural areas I love nature, I love to see trees, I love to see Umm river I love.
✓ Also, in rural areas I love nature; I love to see trees and rivers.
Sentence is repetitive and missing articles/plural forms. 'Umm river' should be 'rivers' or 'a river' depending on meaning. Combine clauses for fluency. Suggestion: use plural 'rivers' or include article: 'a river', and avoid repetition 'I love'.
× I prefer both views because I love my country.
✓ I prefer both because I love my country.
Redundant word 'views' can be omitted because context already states preference; not strictly grammatical error but stylistic. Preposition use 'because I love my country' is fine. Suggestion: concise phrasing improves clarity.
× I love the views my country had, but also I love to explore other countries, what they had.
✓ I love the views my country has, but I also love to explore other countries and see what they have.
Tense inconsistency: 'had' (past) should be present 'has' when speaking generally. Also, 'what they had' is an incorrect clause; use 'see what they have'. Suggestion: maintain present tense for general truths and use 'see what they have' to introduce what you want to explore.
× I want to explore their scenery, their culture.
✓ I want to explore their scenery and culture.
Comma-separated nouns are acceptable, but 'and' sounds more natural to link two related objects. No major grammatical error, just improve fluency. Suggestion: join with 'and' for natural speech.