Part 1
Giám khảo
Have you made any crafts with paper?
Thí sinh
Yes, definitely. When I was a child, I used to make handcraft items such as paper, flowers, greeting cards, and little animals. I found it really fascinating, especially because I could turn an ordinary piece of paper into something creative and attractive.
Giám khảo
What did you like to do with paper as a child?
Thí sinh
I particularly enjoyed sketching and making colorful paper decorations. I also liked folding paper into different shapes because it allowed me to unleash my creativity. Looking back, it was a simple but really enjoyable pastime.
Giám khảo
Do you still write physical letters?
Thí sinh
Not very often. Nowadays, I tend to rely on digital communication such as messaging apps and emails because they are far more convenient. However, I occasionally write a handwritten note when I want to convey something personal and heartfelt.
Giám khảo
Do people still keep handwritten letters today?
Thí sinh
Yes, I believe they do, particularly when the letters have sentimental value. People may preserve letters from loved ones because they serve as chastised keepsakes. Even eat this digital age, handwritten letters can carry a sense of warmth and personal connection.
Giám khảo
Do you carry paper and pens with you when you go out?
Thí sinh
Usually I don't because my phone is much more convenient and versatile for taking notes. However, I sometimes carry a small notebook and a pen when I'm going somewhere important, as they are useful for jotting down information quickly.
Have you made any crafts with paper?
Điểm: 88.0Gợi ý: Answer directly, then add one or two specific examples. Avoid the unnatural phrase “handcraft items such as paper, flowers”; say “paper crafts such as flowers.” Also, “paper flowers” should be treated as one noun phrase, not separated by a comma.
Ví dụ: Yes, definitely. When I was a child, I used to make paper crafts such as flowers, greeting cards, and little animals. I found it fascinating because I could turn an ordinary piece of paper into something creative and attractive.
What did you like to do with paper as a child?
Điểm: 93.0Gợi ý: This is a clear and well-organized answer with an appropriate topic sentence, supporting details, and a linking word. To make it more natural, replace the slightly formal phrase “unleash my creativity” with a simpler expression such as “be creative,” and mention one specific decoration if possible.
Ví dụ: I particularly enjoyed drawing and making colorful paper decorations. I also liked folding paper into animals and flowers because it gave me a chance to be creative. Looking back, it was a simple but enjoyable hobby.
Do you still write physical letters?
Điểm: 95.0Gợi ý: This answer is natural, direct, and well developed. You use “Nowadays” and “However” effectively to show contrast. For slightly greater specificity, give a brief example of when you write a handwritten note, such as for a birthday or thank-you message.
Ví dụ: Not very often. Nowadays, I mainly use messaging apps and email because they are much more convenient. However, I sometimes write a handwritten note for a birthday or to thank someone, especially when I want to express something personal.
Do people still keep handwritten letters today?
Điểm: 72.0Gợi ý: The main idea and supporting reason are relevant, but there are two serious word-choice and pronunciation-related errors in the transcript. Replace “chastised keepsakes” with “cherished keepsakes,” and replace “Even eat this digital age” with “Even in this digital age.” Keep the answer concise and use a specific example to make the explanation more vivid.
Ví dụ: Yes, I believe they do, especially when the letters have sentimental value. People often keep letters from loved ones because they become cherished keepsakes and reminders of special memories. Even in this digital age, handwritten letters can create a sense of warmth and personal connection.
Do you carry paper and pens with you when you go out?
Điểm: 94.0Gợi ý: This is a strong response because it answers directly, gives a reason, and uses “However” to introduce an exception. To sound slightly more natural, say “I usually don’t” rather than “Usually I don’t,” and provide a specific situation, such as attending a meeting or traveling.
Ví dụ: I usually don’t, because my phone is much more convenient for taking notes. However, I sometimes bring a small notebook and a pen when I’m attending a meeting or traveling, as they allow me to jot down important information quickly.
× Even eat this digital age, handwritten letters can carry a sense of warmth and personal connection.
✓ Even in this digital age, handwritten letters can carry a sense of warmth and personal connection.
The preposition in is required before a period or era, such as in this digital age. The word eat is an incorrect form in this context and should be replaced with in.