Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you prefer sad or happy music?
Thí sinh
I prefer happy music because it makes me happy.
Giám khảo
Does happy music make you feel more excited?
Thí sinh
Yes it does because when I am sad I get my friends to play with me and eat treat.
Do you prefer sad or happy music?
Điểm: 68.0Gợi ý: Make your answer more natural and informative by giving one clear reason and a brief example. Start with a topic sentence, then add a supporting detail using a linking word. Keep it within 2–3 sentences and avoid repeating the same word.
Ví dụ: I prefer happy music because it lifts my mood and helps me focus. For example, when I study or go for a run I play upbeat songs to stay motivated and energetic.
Does happy music make you feel more excited?
Điểm: 55.0Gợi ý: Give a direct yes/no response followed by a clear, relevant reason and a specific example. Use linking words (for example, because, so) and avoid irrelevant actions. Keep it to 2–3 sentences and include details that relate to how music affects your emotions.
Ví dụ: Yes, it does, because upbeat music often lifts my spirits and increases my energy. For example, when I feel down I listen to cheerful songs and sometimes invite friends over to chat and have a snack, which together help me feel more excited.
× I prefer happy music because it makes me happy.
✓ I prefer happy music because it makes me happy.
No correction needed. The sentence correctly uses the present simple tense to express a general preference and a habitual effect. Suggestion: none.
× Yes it does because when I am sad I get my friends to play with me and eat treat.
✓ Yes, it does, because when I am sad I get my friends to play with me and eat treats.
Two issues matched the provided list: missing comma punctuation is not in the list, but the main grammatical problem is a quantifier/number issue with 'treat' (should be plural 'treats'), which falls under 'Verb + -ing form' less directly; however based on allowed list the closest is 'Verb + -ing form' (ID 8) for the coordination of verbs 'play' and 'eat' and the noun number. Correction: add commas and pluralize 'treat' to 'treats'. Reason: When mentioning multiple instances or shared snacks, use the plural 'treats'. The verbs 'play' and 'eat' are correctly in base form after 'get my friends to', so keep them. Suggestion: include commas for clarity: 'Yes, it does, because...'. Use 'treats' when more than one item or general treats are meant.