Part 1
Giám khảo
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Thí sinh
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Giám khảo
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Thí sinh
Yes.
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Điểm: 20.0Gợi ý: Answer directly with a clear topic sentence, then add 1–2 supporting details using linking words. Be specific about when you had the bike, how often you used it, and a short memory or reason. Keep it under five sentences and natural.
Ví dụ: Yes, I did. I got my first bike when I was eight and rode it almost every day after school. For example, I used to cycle to the park with my friends because there were few other activities nearby, and it helped me become more independent.
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Điểm: 15.0Gợi ý: Give a direct opinion followed by reasons and a brief example. Use linking words (because, so, therefore) and specific details about popularity in cities or rural areas, infrastructure, or cultural habits. Keep the response concise (1–4 sentences).
Ví dụ: Yes, I think bikes are quite popular, especially in cities, because many people use them to avoid traffic and save money on transport. For instance, in my city there are dedicated bike lanes and many students and office workers cycle to work during the week.
× Did you have a bike when you were a child?
✓ Yes, I did.
The student repeated the examiner's question instead of answering. This is a sentence structure/response error: the expected reply should be a concise answer to the yes/no question. Use 'Yes, I did.' to match the past tense of the question and provide an appropriate response.
× Yes.
✓ Yes, they are.
The examiner asked 'Do you think bikes are popular in your country?' The student only replied 'Yes.' which is brief but acceptable; however, to match subject and number and be natural, answer in full: 'Yes, they are.' This uses present simple to agree with 'bikes' (plural). If giving more information, follow with a clause: 'Yes, they are; many people use bicycles for commuting.'