Part 1
Giám khảo
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Thí sinh
Yes, I did have a bike when I when I was a child, I used to do triathlon at a pro elite level. So I started biking around the age of five. I really enjoyed biking with my family, with my friends also and I did this biking.
Giám khảo
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Thí sinh
I think they are popular in my country. They have a history. The history lies within our population because we are using bikes when we are drunk usually and that's sad in my opinion.
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Điểm: 58.0Gợi ý: Answer directly, then give one or two clear details. Avoid repeating “when I” and the vague phrase “I did this biking.” Use a natural expression such as “I started cycling” and explain briefly how you used your bike. Keep the answer to no more than five sentences.
Ví dụ: Yes, I had a bike as a child. I started cycling when I was about five because I trained for triathlons. I also enjoyed going on rides with my family and friends.
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Điểm: 42.0Gợi ý: Make your main point clear and support it with a specific, relevant reason, such as commuting, exercise, or recreation. “They have a history” and “the history lies within our population” are unclear; explain what you mean. Avoid making a broad claim that people usually ride while drunk. If you mention this issue, describe it carefully and note that it is unsafe.
Ví dụ: Yes, I think bikes are fairly popular in my country, especially for short trips and exercise. They are an affordable way to get around, and many people enjoy cycling in their free time. However, riding after drinking is dangerous and should be avoided.
× We are using bikes when we are drunk usually.
✓ We usually ride bikes when we are drunk.
The student is describing a habitual behavior, so the simple present tense is more appropriate than the present progressive 'are using.' Place 'usually' before the main verb to make the sentence sound natural. Use 'ride bikes' for the usual way of expressing this activity.