Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you use headphones?
Thí sinh
Yes, I use headphones when I listen to music.
Giám khảo
What type of headphones do you use?
Thí sinh
I choose blue tooth headphones in my life. It's so convenient for me and it's so nice.
Giám khảo
When would you use headphones?
Thí sinh
I use I use headphones when I want to listen to music if if I take a train or air or a plane.
Giám khảo
In what conditions would you not use headphones?
Thí sinh
If I take a meeting, I would not use headphones because it's not pilot.
Giám khảo
Is wearing headphones comfortable?
Thí sinh
Yeah, if if I were headphones for a short time, it's comfortable, but uh, maybe one hour later it's uncomfortable for me.
Do you use headphones?
Điểm: 78.0Gợi ý: Be slightly more detailed and natural: start with a clear topic sentence, then add one brief supporting detail using a linking word. Avoid one-word answers and aim for fluency.
Ví dụ: Yes, I often use headphones when I listen to music because they help me focus. For example, I wear them when I work or commute so I can enjoy songs without disturbing others.
What type of headphones do you use?
Điểm: 70.0Gợi ý: Improve grammar and vocabulary and make it more precise: state the type clearly, give one reason, and use linking words. Watch verb choice and phrasing (e.g., “I use Bluetooth headphones” not “I choose blue tooth headphones in my life”).
Ví dụ: I use Bluetooth over-ear headphones because they provide good sound quality and are wireless. Also, they are convenient because I don't have to deal with tangled cords.
When would you use headphones?
Điểm: 64.0Gợi ý: Reduce repetition and improve sentence structure: begin with a clear statement, then give specific situations using linking words (e.g., "for example" or "such as"). Correct collocations (say "on a train" or "on a plane").
Ví dụ: I usually wear headphones when I want to listen to music, especially while commuting. For example, I put them on when I'm on a train or on a plane to relax during the journey.
In what conditions would you not use headphones?
Điểm: 50.0Gợi ý: Clarify meaning and avoid incorrect words: state directly when you wouldn't use headphones and give a clear reason. Replace unclear phrase "it's not pilot" with a correct explanation (e.g., "it's inappropriate" or "I need to pay attention").
Ví dụ: I wouldn't use headphones during meetings because it's inappropriate and I need to listen to others and participate. In such situations, I prefer speakers or no audio at all.
Is wearing headphones comfortable?
Điểm: 66.0Gợi ý: Correct tense and phrasing, remove repetitions and fillers, and give a concise, coherent answer: start with a clear opinion, then give a specific time frame and reason using linking words.
Ví dụ: Yes, wearing headphones is comfortable for short periods, but after about an hour they start to feel uncomfortable because of pressure on my ears. Therefore, I usually take breaks every 45–60 minutes.
× I choose blue tooth headphones in my life.
✓ I choose Bluetooth headphones in my life.
The sentence uses the correct verb but 'blue tooth' is incorrect as a single compound brand/term; it should be 'Bluetooth'. Also 'in my life' is awkward but grammatically acceptable; consider 'in my daily life' for clarity. Suggested improvement: use the correct term 'Bluetooth' and prefer 'in my daily life' if you mean regularly.
× I use I use headphones when I want to listen to music if if I take a train or air or a plane.
✓ I use headphones when I want to listen to music if I take a train or a plane.
The sentence contains repeated words ('I use', 'if') and redundant phrases ('air or a plane'). Remove duplicates and choose the correct noun phrase 'a plane' instead of 'air'. For clarity, you can say 'on a plane' or 'when I take a train or a plane.' Suggested improvement: avoid repetition and use correct prepositions: 'on a plane'.
× If I take a meeting, I would not use headphones because it's not pilot.
✓ If I have a meeting, I would not use headphones because it is not polite.
'Take a meeting' is nonstandard; use 'have a meeting'. 'It's not pilot' is incorrect word choice; 'polite' is intended. Also using 'would' is acceptable as conditional; ensure context. Suggested improvement: say 'If I have a meeting, I would not use headphones because it is not polite.'
× Yeah, if if I were headphones for a short time, it's comfortable, but uh, maybe one hour later it's uncomfortable for me.
✓ Yes, if I wear headphones for a short time, they're comfortable, but after about an hour they become uncomfortable for me.
The original repeats 'if' and uses 'were' incorrectly; the correct verb is 'wear'. Also 'it's comfortable' refers to plural 'headphones', so use 'they're' or rephrase. Use present simple for general truth ('they're comfortable') and 'become' or 'get' for change over time. Replace vague 'one hour later' with 'after about an hour' for naturalness. Suggested improvement: avoid repetition and match subject number and verb forms.