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
Ya, bikes are quite popular in the country.
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Điểm: 30.0Gợi ý: Avoid repeating the examiner's question. Give a direct answer (yes/no or short statement) and add 1–2 specific supporting details. Keep it natural and concise, use linking words if adding details. For example, mention who gave the bike, how often you rode it, or a memorable experience.
Ví dụ: Yes, I did. I had a small red bike that my parents bought for me when I was seven, and I used to ride it every afternoon around our neighborhood until it became too small for me.
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Điểm: 60.0Gợi ý: Your answer is direct but too short and informal. Expand with one or two specific reasons or examples and use linking words to connect ideas (for example, because/since/so). Also use slightly more formal vocabulary (e.g., "yes" instead of "ya").
Ví dụ: Yes, bikes are quite popular in my country because many people use them for short commutes and exercise; for instance, in cities you often see people cycling to work to avoid traffic and in rural areas they are a cheap way to get around.
× Ya, bikes are quite popular in the country.
✓ Yes, bikes are quite popular in the country.
The student used 'Ya', an informal spelling of 'Yes'. This is not a grammatical error according to the provided list, but it is an incorrect informal word choice for a formal speaking test. Replace 'Ya' with 'Yes' to use standard English and sound more appropriate for the exam setting.