Part 1
Giám khảo
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Thí sinh
Yes, I have a bag.
Giám khảo
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Thí sinh
Yes, I suppose so.
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Điểm: 25.0Gợi ý: The answer is incorrect and unrelated to the question. Give a direct, relevant topic sentence and then add 1–2 brief supporting details. Use correct tense (simple past) when talking about childhood and include a linking word if you add details.
Ví dụ: Yes, I did. I had a small red bicycle when I was about seven, and I used it to ride to my friend’s house every day. Because it was lightweight and easy to handle, I learned to ride confidently within a week.
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Điểm: 50.0Gợi ý: The answer is short and vague. Give a clearer opinion, use linking words to add specific supporting details (reasons, examples, or comparisons), and use vocabulary relevant to popularity (e.g., common, widely used, commuting, leisure). Keep it to 2–3 sentences.
Ví dụ: Yes, I think bikes are quite popular in my country, especially in cities. For example, many people use bicycles for short commutes because they are cheaper and faster than driving in heavy traffic.
× Yes, I have a bag.
✓ Yes, I had a bike.
The examiner asked 'Did you have a bike when you were a child?' which is past tense. The student's reply 'Yes, I have a bag.' uses present tense and refers to a different object (bag). This is a tense and content mismatch. Correction: use past tense 'had' to match the question and repeat the referenced object 'bike' if confirming. Suggestion: Listen for the verb tense in the question and mirror it in your short answer; use the same subject and object referenced by the question to avoid confusion.'