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
I think there are notes.
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Điểm: 28.0Gợi ý: Your response simply repeated the examiner's question instead of answering. To improve, answer directly with a clear topic sentence (yes/no), then add one or two specific supporting details using linking words. Keep it natural, concise (no more than 3–5 sentences), and use relevant vocabulary about childhood, bicycles, or activities.
Ví dụ: Yes, I had a small red bicycle when I was about seven. It had training wheels at first, but I learned to ride without them within a few months. Because it was sturdy and comfortable, I used it to visit friends and explore my neighborhood every weekend.
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Điểm: 22.0Gợi ý: The answer is unclear and irrelevant. To improve, state your opinion directly (e.g., Yes/No/Somewhat), then explain briefly with specific reasons and a linking word (because, for example, however). Use vocabulary like commuting, environment, traffic, or recreation to make your point clear and relevant.
Ví dụ: Yes, I think bicycles are quite popular, especially in cities, because many people use them for short commutes to avoid traffic. For example, bike-sharing schemes and dedicated lanes have made cycling a convenient option for students and office workers.
× I think there are notes.
✓ I think bicycles are popular.
The student's reply 'I think there are notes.' is ungrammatical and does not answer the question. This is a sentence structure and word choice error (falls under Sentence structure errors, ID 26). The examiner asked about popularity of bikes; an appropriate answer should mention 'bikes' or 'bicycles' and use a valid predicate such as 'are popular' or 'are common'. Suggestion: Replace the incorrect phrase with 'bicycles are popular' or 'bikes are common' to directly respond to the question and maintain correct subject-verb agreement.