Part 1
考官
Did you have any opportunities to take part in new activities as a child?
考生
When I was young, I joined a couple of camps. Because I joined it, I had an opportunity to meet different friends from different classes, but I consider myself as an introvert, so sometimes I feel exhausted because I met a lot of people during that time. But to think again,
考官
Should people try as many different things as they can?
考生
No, I think people should focus on what they are interested because trying out of things might exhaust them. For example, if you like reading a book, you may just want to join a book club instead of going to different activities like writing crab or hiking cart.
Did you have any opportunities to take part in new activities as a child?
分數: 68.0建議: Be more concise and complete your thought. Start with a clear topic sentence that directly answers the question, then add one or two specific supporting details with linking words. Avoid repetition (e.g., "different friends from different classes"), correct small grammar issues ("because I joined it" → "which allowed me"), and finish the response with a short concluding remark. Keep to a maximum of 4–5 sentences.
範例: Yes. When I was a child I attended several summer camps, which allowed me to meet classmates from other schools. Although I am naturally introverted, I enjoyed small group activities like arts and crafts and canoeing, which helped me build confidence. However, large social events sometimes left me tired, so I often balanced camp weeks with quieter family time.
Should people try as many different things as they can?
分數: 62.0建議: Answer directly and avoid absolute language without justification. Use linking words to show reasons (e.g., "because", "however") and give clear, relevant examples with correct vocabulary. Correct errors like "trying out of things" → "trying too many things" and unclear phrases "writing crab"/"hiking cart" to suitable activities. Limit to 3–4 sentences and include a brief qualification (e.g., sometimes trying new things can be beneficial).
範例: I think people should focus mainly on their interests because trying too many activities at once can be tiring. For example, if you love reading, joining a book club is a better fit than signing up for unrelated hobbies at the same time. However, occasionally trying a new activity can help you discover hidden passions, so a balanced approach works best.
× Because I joined it, I had an opportunity to meet different friends from different classes, but I consider myself as an introvert, so sometimes I feel exhausted because I met a lot of people during that time.
✓ Because I joined it, I had an opportunity to meet different friends from different classes, but I consider myself an introvert, so sometimes I feel exhausted because I met a lot of people during that time.
Issue: incorrect use of 'as' with 'consider myself'. Reason: In English, 'consider myself' is followed by a noun or adjective without 'as'. Suggestion: Remove 'as' and say 'consider myself an introvert'. This makes the sentence grammatically correct and natural.
× No, I think people should focus on what they are interested because trying out of things might exhaust them.
✓ No, I think people should focus on what they are interested in because trying out many things might exhaust them.
Issue: incorrect or missing preposition and awkward quantifier. Reason: The verb phrase 'interested' requires the preposition 'in' (interested in something). Also 'trying out of things' is ungrammatical; use 'trying out many things' or 'trying many things'. Suggestion: Add 'in' after 'interested' and replace 'trying out of things' with 'trying out many things' or 'trying many things'.
× For example, if you like reading a book, you may just want to join a book club instead of going to different activities like writing crab or hiking cart.
✓ For example, if you like reading books, you might want to join a book club instead of going to different activities like rock climbing or hiking.
Issue: incorrect word choice and pluralization. Reason: 'reading a book' generalizes the hobby; 'reading books' is more natural. 'may' vs 'might' both acceptable; 'might' is slightly better here but optional. The activities listed 'writing crab' and 'hiking cart' are incorrect collocations or typos. Suggestion: Use correct activity names such as 'rock climbing' and 'hiking', and pluralize 'books' when speaking generally.
× When I was young, I joined a couple of camps.
✓ When I was young, I joined a couple of camps.
Issue: none requiring change according to the provided list. 'A couple of camps' is grammatically acceptable. No correction made.
× But to think again,
✓ But on second thought,
Issue: sentence fragment and awkward phrasing. Reason: 'But to think again,' is a nonstandard fragment; 'but on second thought,' is the idiomatic expression to signal reconsideration. Suggestion: Replace with 'but on second thought,' and follow with a complete clause.