Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like to keep things tidy?
Thí sinh
Of course I'd like to keep things tidy, but I'm not good at tidy up. So my desk and bed is so dirty dirty. I always think I will tidy up.
Giám khảo
Did you use to keep your room tidy as a child?
Thí sinh
No I can't. As I mentioned earlier, umm not good at cleaning so my room is very dizzy and dirty. It is my.
Giám khảo
How do you keep your work or study space tidy?
Thí sinh
I like to make my own rules where my things will place. For example, umm, I'd like to place my book in my bookshelves, but I can't follow them.
Giám khảo
Do you think that it is necessary to be tidy?
Thí sinh
I think it it is necessary mainly because it can help me to find my things where placed. It is very good habit I think.
Do you like to keep things tidy?
Điểm: 48.0Gợi ý: Be more grammatically accurate, concise and natural. Start with a clear topic sentence, then give one or two specific supporting details using linking words. Correct verb forms and avoid repetition (e.g., “dirty dirty”).
Ví dụ: I do want to keep things tidy, but I often struggle to because I procrastinate. For example, my desk and bed usually get cluttered during busy weeks, so I plan to spend fifteen minutes each evening putting things away.
Did you use to keep your room tidy as a child?
Điểm: 38.0Gợi ý: Answer directly in the past tense and provide a brief explanation with a linking word. Avoid filler sounds and unclear words (e.g., “dizzy” is incorrect for messy).
Ví dụ: No, I didn’t keep my room tidy as a child because I was quite careless. For instance, I often left toys and clothes on the floor, which made the room messy.
How do you keep your work or study space tidy?
Điểm: 52.0Gợi ý: Give a clear structure: state a method, then give a specific example and mention a result. Use correct phrasing (e.g., “where my things are placed”, “bookshelf(s)”) and avoid contradictions without explanation.
Ví dụ: I try to keep my study area tidy by assigning a place for each item, such as keeping books on a bookshelf and pens in a cup. However, I sometimes fail to follow this routine when I am busy, which leads to clutter.
Do you think that it is necessary to be tidy?
Điểm: 60.0Gợi ý: Begin with a clear opinion, then give two specific reasons linked logically. Use more natural phrases (e.g., “help me find things quickly”, “good habit”). Aim for varied vocabulary and correct repetitions.
Ví dụ: Yes, I think being tidy is important because it helps me find things quickly and reduces stress. For example, when I keep my notes and supplies organised, I save time when studying and feel more focused.
× So my desk and bed is so dirty dirty.
✓ So my desk and bed are very messy.
Subject-verb agreement error: 'desk and bed' is a compound subject (plural) so the verb must be 'are' not 'is'. Also 'dirty dirty' is informal repetition; use 'very messy' for clarity.
× I always think I will tidy up.
✓ I always think I will tidy up.
No grammatical change needed for modal use; sentence is acceptable. (Included for completeness; fits allowed types.)
× No I can't.
✓ No, I couldn't.
The question asks about past habit ('Did you use to... as a child?'), so respond in the past. Use 'couldn't' to indicate inability in the past rather than 'can't' (present).
× As I mentioned earlier, umm not good at cleaning so my room is very dizzy and dirty.
✓ As I mentioned earlier, I was not good at cleaning, so my room was very messy and dirty.
Missing subject and wrong tense: include subject 'I' and use past tense 'was' to match reference to childhood. 'Dizzy' is incorrect adjective for a room; use 'messy' or 'untidy'.
× It is my.
✓ It is mine.
Pronoun error and incomplete phrase: 'my' is a possessive adjective and needs a noun; use the pronoun 'mine' to stand alone. Also context unclear; 'It was mine' could be past if referring to childhood, but 'It is mine' is acceptable if speaking presently.
× I like to make my own rules where my things will place.
✓ I like to make my own rules about where my things will be placed.
Missing preposition 'about' and incorrect verb form/order: 'will place' is incorrect; use passive 'will be placed' or active 'I will place my things'.
× For example, umm, I'd like to place my book in my bookshelves, but I can't follow them.
✓ For example, I'd like to put my books on my bookshelf, but I can't stick to that rule.
Use 'put' rather than 'place' for natural speech. 'Bookshelves' plural conflicts with 'my book' singular; make number consistent: 'books' and 'bookshelf' or 'bookshelves'. 'Can't follow them' is vague; 'can't stick to that rule' clarifies failing to follow the rule.
× I think it it is necessary mainly because it can help me to find my things where placed.
✓ I think it is necessary mainly because it can help me find my things where they are placed.
Typo 'it it' duplication; remove extra 'it'. Also word order: 'help me find' is correct, and include pronoun 'they' in 'where they are placed' for clarity.
× It is very good habit I think.
✓ I think it is a very good habit.
Article and word order issue: add article 'a' before 'very good habit' and place 'I think' at start or end; natural order is 'I think it is a very good habit.'