Part 1
Giám khảo
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Thí sinh
Yes, I did.
Giám khảo
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Thí sinh
No, I don't think so.
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Điểm: 45.0Gợi ý: Give a short topic sentence then add one or two specific supporting details using linking words. Mention what kind of bike it was, who gave it to you, or a memory to make the answer more natural and informative. Keep to no more than 5 sentences.
Ví dụ: Yes, I did. I had a small red bicycle that my parents bought for me when I was six, and I used to ride it around the neighbourhood every afternoon. Because the streets were quiet, I learned to balance quickly and even raced my friends on weekends.
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Điểm: 40.0Gợi ý: Start with a clear opinion then support it with specific reasons and examples using linking words (for example, because/so/therefore). Mention observable evidence (e.g., traffic, cycling lanes, weather, culture) to make the response convincing. Keep it concise and natural, no more than 5 sentences.
Ví dụ: No, I don't think so because most people prefer cars for daily transport and there are few safe cycling lanes in cities. For example, in my town commuting by bike is uncommon, especially during rush hour, so many people avoid cycling for safety reasons.
× Yes, I did.
✓ Yes, I did.
The short answer correctly uses the past simple tense to respond to 'Did you have a bike when you were a child?' No correction needed.
× No, I don't think so.
✓ No, I don't think so.
The response correctly uses present simple tense to express a general opinion about current popularity. No correction needed.