Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you use headphones?
Thí sinh
Yes, I used to have headphones but I lost it two months ago so I stopped using headphones but I'm looking for it.
Giám khảo
What type of headphones do you use?
Thí sinh
Airport from Apple, the small white one.
Giám khảo
When would you use headphones?
Thí sinh
I use headphones in the evening because I want to train my body and but I cannot concentrate and keep keep running, so I use my headphones.
Giám khảo
In what conditions would you not use headphones?
Thí sinh
When I need to pay attention to the surroundings, for example in a crowded train, I wouldn't choose to use my headphones because I might drop it and never find my headphones again.
Do you use headphones?
Điểm: 60.0Gợi ý: Be more concise and use correct tense and articles. Start with a clear topic sentence, then give one brief supporting detail. Avoid repetition (e.g., “headphones” repeated) and fix tense (use present perfect for a recent loss).
Ví dụ: Yes, I used to have a pair of headphones, but I lost them about two months ago, so I haven't been using any recently. I'm currently looking for a new pair online.
What type of headphones do you use?
Điểm: 55.0Gợi ý: Answer with a full sentence and use the correct product name and description. Give one short supporting detail (why you like them or a feature).
Ví dụ: I used Apple AirPods, the small white wireless earbuds, because they are lightweight and connect easily to my phone.
When would you use headphones?
Điểm: 50.0Gợi ý: Organize the answer: start with a clear statement of when you use them, then explain the reason with linking words. Correct grammar and remove repetitions. Be specific about the activity and how headphones help.
Ví dụ: I usually use headphones in the evenings when I go for a run because music helps me concentrate and maintain my pace, so I can train longer.
In what conditions would you not use headphones?
Điểm: 70.0Gợi ý: Begin with a direct topic sentence, then give a brief specific example and reason. Use conditional language correctly and avoid minor grammar slips.
Ví dụ: I wouldn't wear headphones in situations where I need to be aware of my surroundings, for example on a crowded train, because I need to listen for announcements and avoid losing them.
× Yes, I used to have headphones but I lost it two months ago so I stopped using headphones but I'm looking for it.
✓ Yes, I used to have headphones but I lost them two months ago, so I stopped using headphones and I am looking for them.
Pronoun disagreement and past-tense continuity: 'headphones' is plural, so use the plural pronoun 'them' instead of 'it'. Use a comma before the conjunction joining independent clauses. 'I'm looking for it' mixes present continuous with singular pronoun; change to 'I am looking for them' to match number. Also use 'and' rather than repeating 'but' which contradicts meaning. Suggestion: Replace singular pronouns with plural when referring to plural nouns and join clauses with appropriate conjunctions and punctuation.
× Airport from Apple, the small white one.
✓ AirPods from Apple, the small white ones.
Wrong product name and number agreement: 'Airport' is incorrect; the Apple product is 'AirPods'. 'Headphones' are plural, so refer to them as 'the small white ones' rather than 'one'. Suggestion: Use correct proper nouns and ensure adjective-noun number agreement (ones for plural items).
× I use headphones in the evening because I want to train my body and but I cannot concentrate and keep keep running, so I use my headphones.
✓ I use headphones in the evening because I want to train my body, but I cannot concentrate and keep running without them, so I use my headphones.
Redundant conjunction and missing preposition/pronoun agreement: Remove the extra 'and' after 'and but'. 'Keep keep' is a repetition error. The phrase 'keep running' needs context: use 'keep running without them' or restructure. Also replace 'it' with 'them' if referring to headphones. Maintain present simple for habitual action. Suggestion: Eliminate repeated words, use correct conjunctions, and ensure pronouns match the plural noun.
× When I need to pay attention to the surroundings, for example in a crowded train, I wouldn't choose to use my headphones because I might drop it and never find my headphones again.
✓ When I need to pay attention to my surroundings, for example on a crowded train, I wouldn't choose to use my headphones because I might drop them and never find them again.
Preposition and pronoun errors plus modality nuance: Use 'on' with 'train' and 'my surroundings' is more natural. 'Wouldn't choose to use' is acceptable, but pronoun must be plural 'them' to match 'headphones'. Replace 'drop it' with 'drop them'. Also repeat 'them' rather than 'my headphones' for concision. Suggestion: Match pronouns to plural nouns, use correct prepositions ('on a crowded train'), and keep modal expressions consistent.