Part 1
Giám khảo
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Thí sinh
Yes I actually have three bikes when I was little umm 1 is when I was in Canada kindergarten my dad gave it to me as a birthday gift and the second one is when I was I think when I was 4th grade and it's also then birthday gift and the last one is I bought it with my own.
Giám khảo
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Thí sinh
Actually, no, I don't think uh, bikes are popular in my country because in my country, which is Taiwan, most of the people ride motorcycles, which is it is basically like a electrical bike but with big motors. They are the same but different and they are more convenient in our country because.
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Điểm: 68.0Gợi ý: Your answer is understandable and contains relevant details, but it has grammar mistakes, redundancy, and lacks clear sentence structure. Try to use a clear topic sentence, then two concise supporting details. Use past tense consistently and avoid filler words like “umm.” Also combine short related facts with linking words (e.g., “then,” “later,” “because”) to improve coherence.
Ví dụ: Yes. I had three bikes when I was a child. The first was a birthday gift from my dad when I was in kindergarten, and the second was another birthday present in fourth grade. Later, I bought the third bike myself because I wanted more independence.
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Điểm: 62.0Gợi ý: Good idea and relevant explanation, but the answer is incomplete, contains repetition and hesitations, and ends abruptly. Provide a clear topic sentence (Yes/No + brief reason), then one or two specific supporting details or examples. Avoid repeating phrases and finish the thought with a clear reason or example.
Ví dụ: No, I don't think bicycles are very popular in Taiwan because most people prefer motorcycles for daily travel. Motorcycles are faster and more convenient for commuting in city traffic, and many streets and parking areas are designed for them, so people choose motorcycles over regular bikes.
× Yes I actually have three bikes when I was little umm 1 is when I was in Canada kindergarten my dad gave it to me as a birthday gift and the second one is when I was I think when I was 4th grade and it's also then birthday gift and the last one is I bought it with my own.
✓ Yes, I actually had three bikes when I was little. The first was from my dad as a birthday gift when I was in kindergarten in Canada. The second was when I was in fourth grade, and it was also a birthday gift. The last one I bought myself.
The student mixes past and present tenses and uses incorrect singular/plural references and phrasing. Use 'had' (past) for possessions in childhood; use 'first/second/last' not numerals; 'kindergarten' placement and 'in Canada' order corrected; 'fourth grade' spelled out and 'a birthday gift' uses article; 'bought it with my own' is ungrammatical — use 'bought myself'. Suggestions: keep past tense consistent, use correct articles for singular nouns, and use natural phrases for 'bought myself'. Grammar problem type and ID: Singular and plural issue (1)
× Actually, no, I don't think uh, bikes are popular in my country because in my country, which is Taiwan, most of the people ride motorcycles, which is it is basically like a electrical bike but with big motors.
✓ Actually, no, I don't think bikes are popular in my country. In Taiwan, most people ride motorcycles, which are basically like electric bikes but with bigger motors.
Problems: redundant filler and 'most of the people' is better as 'most people'; 'which is it is' is duplication; 'a electrical bike' incorrect article and adjective form — use 'an electric bike'; 'big motors' -> comparative 'bigger motors' to compare with electric bikes. Also subject-verb agreement 'which are' because motorcycles (plural). Suggestions: remove redundancy, use correct articles before vowel sounds, use plural agreement and correct adjective forms. Grammar problem type and ID: Third person singular issue (2)
× They are the same but different and they are more convenient in our country because.
✓ They are similar but different, and they are more convenient in our country because they are easier to park and use for short trips.
Original sentence ends abruptly and uses vague pronoun references. 'They are the same but different' is confusing; better to say 'similar but different.' Also sentence fragment ending with 'because.' Complete the reason clause. Suggestion: always complete 'because' clauses and clarify what 'they' refers to, and provide specific reasons for convenience. Grammar problem type and ID: Incorrect use of pronouns (12)