Part 1
Giám khảo
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Thí sinh
No, I didn't have a bike when I was driving.
Giám khảo
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Thí sinh
Not really much, you know, most of the people use car cars and umm. Because, umm.
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Điểm: 45.0Gợi ý: Answer directly and accurately. The student’s reply is confusing (saying “when I was driving” instead of “when I was a child”) and too short. Start with a clear topic sentence that matches the time frame, then add one or two brief supporting details (reason or consequence). Keep sentences natural and avoid contradictory verbs.
Ví dụ: No, I didn’t have a bike when I was a child. My family couldn’t afford one, so I mostly walked to school. As a result, I only learned to ride a bike in my late teens.
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Điểm: 40.0Gợi ý: Be concise and coherent. The answer is hesitant, repetitive, and lacks specific details. Start with a direct opinion, then use linking words (for example, because/so) to give one or two specific reasons or an example. Avoid filler words and repetition.
Ví dụ: Not really. Most people prefer cars because they are faster and more comfortable for families, especially in cities. For example, public transport is limited in many suburbs, so owning a car is more practical.
× No, I didn't have a bike when I was driving.
✓ No, I didn't have a bike when I was a child.
The original sentence mixes past tenses and uses 'driving' in a way that doesn't fit the time reference. The examiner asked about having a bike 'when you were a child,' so the response should use the same time frame. Replace the clause 'when I was driving' with 'when I was a child' to match the question. Also keep the past tense 'didn't have' to agree with the past time reference. Grammar problem type ID:5
× Not really much, you know, most of the people use car cars and umm. Because, umm.
✓ Not really; most people use cars here.
Errors: 'most of the people' is acceptable but 'most people' is more natural; 'use car cars' is incorrect—'car cars' repeats the noun and 'car' should be plural to agree with 'most people.' The filler 'Because, umm.' is incomplete and unnecessary. Correct to 'most people use cars here' to fix plural agreement and produce a complete, natural answer. Grammar problem type ID:1