Part 1
Giám khảo
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Thí sinh
Yes, I have.
Giám khảo
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Thí sinh
Yes, I think bikes are popular in my country.
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Điểm: 40.0Gợi ý: Give a direct past-tense answer with one or two supporting details; use past tense and avoid one-word reply. Briefly describe the bike and a memory or frequency to make it natural and specific. Keep it under five sentences and use linking words if adding details.
Ví dụ: Yes, I did. I had a small red bicycle with training wheels when I was about seven, and I rode it to visit my friend every afternoon. Because it was sturdy and comfortable, I used it almost daily until I was ten.
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Điểm: 50.0Gợi ý: Start with a clear opinion and then add 1–2 specific reasons or examples using linking words (for example, because/so/therefore). Use varied vocabulary (e.g., common, widely used, convenient) to show range. Keep it concise and coherent.
Ví dụ: Yes, I think bikes are quite popular in my country because many people use them for short trips and commuting. For example, in cities you often see bicycle lanes and bike-sharing schemes, so cycling is a convenient and affordable option.
× Yes, I have.
✓ Yes, I did.
The question 'Did you have a bike when you were a child?' is in the past tense, so the response should also be in the past tense. Using 'have' is present tense and does not agree with the past-tense question. Change to 'did' to match the past timeframe. Suggestion: answer past yes/no questions with 'Yes, I did' or 'No, I didn't.'
× Yes, I think bikes are popular in my country.
✓ Yes, I think bikes are popular in my country.
This sentence is already grammatically correct. The verb 'think' is present simple and appropriately expresses a current opinion; 'bikes are popular' correctly uses present simple to describe a general truth. No correction is needed.