Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you use headphones?
Thí sinh
Yes, I really like to use headphones. I use them almost everyday because I think that they are very helpful. First of all, they help to listen something when you are doing some other things and secondly you can listen to music or books when.
Giám khảo
What type of headphones do you use?
Thí sinh
I prefer to use wireless head headphones because those ones which white are not very convenient for listening to music and doing household chores at once.
Giám khảo
When would you use headphones?
Thí sinh
Uh, first of all, I prefer to use headphones, uh, when I do some umm, household chores or maybe my homework also, I like to use them, uh, during the way somewhere.
Giám khảo
In what conditions would you not use headphones?
Thí sinh
I would not use headphones in some circumstances when I should be careful, for example when I pass through the road or maybe when I go back home at night.
Giám khảo
Is wearing headphones comfortable?
Thí sinh
I think yes it is comfortable but not for very long time because when I wear headphones for one or more hours my ears become tired of it.
Do you use headphones?
Điểm: 70.0Gợi ý: Ответ понятен, но некоторая речь неестественна и есть незавершённые фразы. Улучшите связность и естественность: начните с короткого прямого предложения, затем добавьте 1–2 конкретных причины, используя связки (for example, because, and). Избегайте незавершённых предложений и повторов.
Ví dụ: Yes, I use headphones almost every day. For example, they let me listen to music or audiobooks while I cook or clean, which makes chores more enjoyable. Also, they help me concentrate when I study because they block out background noise.
What type of headphones do you use?
Điểm: 60.0Gợi ý: Ответ содержит понятную мысль, но есть ошибки в словосочетаниях и грамматике ('wireless head headphones', 'those ones which white'). Улучшите точность слов и структуру: назовите тип чётко, объясните причину и приведите конкретное сравнение, используя связки (because, so, whereas).
Ví dụ: I prefer wireless over wired headphones because wired ones are easily tangled and limit my movement. Wireless headphones are more comfortable when I'm doing household chores, so I can move freely without worrying about cords.
When would you use headphones?
Điểm: 65.0Gợi ý: Ответ понятен, но много заполнителей (uh, umm) и некоторая нечеткость ('during the way somewhere'). Сделайте ответ более плавным: используйте одно чёткое вступление и перечислите 2–3 ситуации с короткими объяснениями, применяя связки (for example, and, when).
Ví dụ: I usually use headphones while doing household chores, because they make boring tasks more pleasant. I also wear them when I'm studying to help me focus, and when I'm commuting so I can listen to podcasts or music on the way.
In what conditions would you not use headphones?
Điểm: 75.0Gợi ý: Хороший ответ с уместными примерами, но фразы можно сделать более естественными и конкретными. Уберите неопределённости ('some circumstances') и используйте связки для плавности. Также можно добавить краткое объяснение почему.
Ví dụ: I avoid using headphones in situations that require awareness, for example when crossing busy roads because I need to hear traffic. I also don't wear them when walking home late at night for safety reasons, so I can stay alert.
Is wearing headphones comfortable?
Điểm: 78.0Gợi ý: Ответ ясный и релевантный, но можно сделать его более связным и корректным стилистически. Используйте более точные выражения ('for long periods' вместо 'for very long time') и короткое объяснение причины.
Ví dụ: Yes, I find headphones comfortable for short periods, but not for long. If I wear them for more than an hour my ears start to feel sore, so I usually take breaks every 45–60 minutes.
× Yes, I really like to use headphones.
✓ Yes, I really like using headphones.
The sentence uses 'like to use' which is acceptable, but 'like using' is more natural when talking about general preferences. Use the present simple to express habitual preferences (I like using headphones). Avoid unnecessary infinitive constructions for smoother spoken English.
× I use them almost everyday because I think that they are very helpful.
✓ I use them almost every day because I think they are very helpful.
Two issues: 'everyday' is an adjective meaning 'ordinary' while the adverbial phrase 'every day' should be used. Also omit the unnecessary 'that' after 'think' in informal speech. Use present simple for habitual actions.
× First of all, they help to listen something when you are doing some other things and secondly you can listen to music or books when.
✓ First of all, they help you listen to something when you are doing other things, and secondly you can listen to music or audiobooks while you are traveling.
Original has missing object structure and awkward phrasing. Use 'help you listen to' (verb + object) and 'audiobooks' is the correct term. The clause 'when' is incomplete; specify 'while you are traveling' or 'while commuting' to finish the sentence. Use conjunction 'and' with comma for clarity.
× I prefer to use wireless head headphones because those ones which white are not very convenient for listening to music and doing household chores at once.
✓ I prefer to use wireless headphones because wired ones are not very convenient for listening to music and doing household chores at the same time.
Redundant 'head' is incorrect; 'headphones' suffices. 'those ones which white' is ungrammatical; contrast is 'wired ones' (not 'white'). Use 'at the same time' instead of 'at once' for clarity. Use articles appropriately: 'the same time' with 'at'.
× Uh, first of all, I prefer to use headphones, uh, when I do some umm, household chores or maybe my homework also, I like to use them, uh, during the way somewhere.
✓ First of all, I prefer to use headphones when I do household chores or do my homework; I also like to use them while traveling.
Remove filler words and repetitions. Use parallel structure 'do household chores or do my homework'. 'During the way somewhere' is ungrammatical; use 'while traveling' or 'on the way somewhere'. Maintain present simple for habitual actions.
× I would not use headphones in some circumstances when I should be careful, for example when I pass through the road or maybe when I go back home at night.
✓ I would not use headphones in circumstances where I need to be careful, for example when I cross the road or when I walk home at night.
Use 'need to be careful' instead of 'should be careful' for naturalness. 'Pass through the road' is incorrect; common collocations are 'cross the road'. 'Go back home' is wordy; 'walk home' is clearer if referring to returning on foot. Modal 'would' is acceptable for conditional situations.
× I think yes it is comfortable but not for very long time because when I wear headphones for one or more hours my ears become tired of it.
✓ I think they are comfortable but not for very long because when I wear headphones for one or more hours my ears get tired of them.
Agreement: 'they are' matches plural 'headphones'. Use 'for very long' or 'for a very long time' (both acceptable). 'Become tired of it' is wrong pronoun and verb choice; use 'get tired of them' to match plural and natural collocation.