Part 1
Giám khảo
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Thí sinh
No I didn't, but my cousins allowed me to land their bike. That's why I was able to use it and use utilize it as my vehicle.
Giám khảo
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Thí sinh
Actually, it's not, because here in the Philippines we used jeepney as one of the important transportation in the country.
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Điểm: 58.0Gợi ý: Be concise, use correct verb forms and clearer vocabulary. Start with a direct topic sentence, then add one or two supporting details using linking words. Correct errors: say “borrow” or “use” instead of “land,” avoid repeating verbs (use/use, utilize). Keep it to 2–3 sentences.
Ví dụ: No, I didn't own a bike as a child, but I often borrowed my cousins' bicycle. As a result, I learned to ride and sometimes used it to travel short distances in our neighborhood.
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Điểm: 62.0Gợi ý: Answer directly, use correct subject-verb agreement and give a specific reason or example. Use a linking word (e.g., "because" or "however") and avoid vague phrasing. Mention a comparison or brief consequence to enrich the response.
Ví dụ: Not very popular. In the Philippines, many people prefer jeepneys and motorbikes for daily travel because they are more practical for carrying passengers and goods, so bicycles are mainly used for exercise or short trips.
× No I didn't, but my cousins allowed me to land their bike.
✓ No, I didn't, but my cousins let me borrow their bike.
The original uses 'allowed me to land their bike' which incorrectly uses 'land' and the verb phrase. Use 'let' or 'allowed' with the verb 'borrow' for this meaning. 'Let me borrow their bike' is natural and uses correct verb choice and object. Also add a comma after 'No'. Suggestions: replace 'allowed me to land' with 'let me borrow' or 'allowed me to use' to convey permission to use the bike.
× That's why I was able to use it and use utilize it as my vehicle.
✓ That's why I was able to use it as my means of transport.
The original repeats 'use' and then mixes 'use utilize' which is redundant and ungrammatical. 'Utilize' is formal and unnecessary; 'use it as my means of transport' or 'use it as my vehicle' is correct. Also avoid repeating verbs; choose a single clear expression. Suggestions: use 'use it as my means of transport' or 'use it as my vehicle' and remove redundant words.
× Actually, it's not, because here in the Philippines we used jeepney as one of the important transportation in the country.
✓ Actually, not really, because here in the Philippines we use the jeepney as one of the main means of transportation.
Several issues: tense and agreement—'used' suggests past; the question asks about general popularity so present tense 'use' is correct. 'Jeepney' should be preceded by 'the' when referring to the vehicle type in general. 'One of the important transportation' is incorrect: 'transportation' is uncountable, so use 'one of the main means of transportation' or 'an important form of transportation.' Also 'it's not' is vague; 'not really' is more natural. Suggestions: use present tense 'we use', include 'the' before 'jeepney', and replace 'important transportation' with 'main means of transportation' or 'important forms of transportation'.