Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Thí sinh
Yeah, I I don't like taking pictures. Umm, I prefer enjoying the some activities rather than the just a picture. Yeah, I can't go. The picture is just a memory. So I feel the more experiencing is the most essential for life.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Thí sinh
Yeah, I, I prefer rural area because I live in the city, so the city's view. So it means the city's view is boring because I, I always say this bill and the the rural area bill is a very, very peaceful and relaxing. So it's interesting.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Thí sinh
I prefer the views of other countries because yeah, I enjoy things seeing unfamiliar, uh, views and different culture. For example, I, I, I went, I visited a Bangkok of shrimp like it's a unique for me.
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Điểm: 58.0Gợi ý: Be more concise and clear: start with a direct topic sentence, then give one or two specific reasons with a linking word. Avoid filler sounds (uh, um) and repetition. Use correct grammar (e.g., "I don't like taking pictures" not "I I don't").
Ví dụ: I don't really like taking pictures because I prefer to fully experience the moment. For example, when I travel I focus on activities and conversations rather than photographing everything, so I feel more present and remember the trip better.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Điểm: 55.0Gợi ý: Answer directly and give a clear reason with specific details. Reduce repetition and correct grammar (e.g., "I prefer rural areas because I live in the city"). Use a linking word like "because" or "so" to connect ideas and provide one concrete example of what you like about rural views.
Ví dụ: I prefer rural areas because I live in a busy city and find urban views repetitive. For example, rural landscapes are peaceful and full of nature, so I enjoy walking on quiet trails and listening to birds rather than traffic noise.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Điểm: 62.0Gợi ý: Start with a direct statement and give a clear, specific reason. Avoid hesitations and unclear examples. If you mention a place, name it correctly and describe what made it unique. Use linking words such as "because" and "for example" properly.
Ví dụ: I prefer views in other countries because I enjoy seeing unfamiliar landscapes and experiencing different cultures. For example, when I visited Bangkok, I was fascinated by the riverside markets and street food, which were completely different from what I see at home.
× 'I prefer rural area because I live in the city, so the city's view.'
✓ 'I prefer rural areas because I live in the city, so the city's views.'
'Singular and plural issue: "rural area" and "the city's view" should be plural when speaking generally about types of places or multiple views. Use plural nouns (areas, views) to indicate general preference. Suggestion: use plural when referring to categories or multiple instances.'
× 'I prefer the views of other countries because yeah, I enjoy things seeing unfamiliar, uh, views and different culture.'
✓ 'I prefer the views of other countries because I enjoy seeing unfamiliar views and different cultures.'
'Singular and plural issue: "culture" should be plural (cultures) when referring to cultures of other countries. Also remove unnecessary noun "things" and reorder to "enjoy seeing" for clarity.'
× 'The picture is just a memory.'
✓ 'A picture is just a memory.'
'Third person singular issue: Although the verb is fine, the article use affects meaning. Use the indefinite article "a" when speaking generally about any picture. This ensures grammatical correctness and natural phrasing.'
× 'I prefer enjoying the some activities rather than the just a picture.'
✓ 'I prefer enjoying some activities rather than just taking a picture.'
'Present tense / Verb form issue: Use the verb phrase "prefer doing" with a gerund: "prefer enjoying" is acceptable but more natural is "prefer enjoying some activities". Remove the extra article "the" and "a" and include the verb "taking" to clarify the action. This keeps present-tense preference and corrects article usage.'
× 'I enjoy things seeing unfamiliar, uh, views and different culture.'
✓ 'I enjoy seeing unfamiliar views and different cultures.'
'Incorrect use of prepositions: The original phrasing "enjoy things seeing" is ungrammatical. Use the verb "enjoy" directly with the gerund "seeing." Also correct pluralization of "culture" to "cultures."'}]}