Part 1
Examiner
What do you usually do on your birthday?
Candidate
On my birthday, I usually celebrate with my girl's family and friends. We often have a small party at home where we enjoy delicious food and cake together. It's a special day for me to likes and appreciate the people who matter most in my life.
Examiner
What did you do on your birthday when you were young?
Candidate
When I was young, I usually celebrated my birthday with my family and close friends. We would have a small party at home with cake, decorations and fun games. I especially enjoyed receiving gifts and spending quality time with everyone, which made the day very special.
Examiner
Do you think it is important for you to celebrate your birthday?
Candidate
Yes, I believe celebrating my birthday is quite important. It offers a special opportunity to reflect on the past year and appreciate the support of my family and friends. Moreover, it creates joyful memories and strange relationships through shared celebrations.
Examiner
Whose birthday do you think is the most important to celebrate in China?
Candidate
In China, the most important birthday to celebrate is typically the 1st birthday of a child, known as the JoJo ceremony. This celebration holds great cultural significance, as it symbolizes the child's growth and the family's hopes for their future. Additionally, the 16th birthday is highly valued because it marks the completion of a full.
What do you usually do on your birthday?
Score: 75.0Suggestion: Your answer is generally clear and relevant, but there are some language errors and awkward phrasing that affect naturalness. For example, "my girl's family" is unclear and "to likes and appreciate" is grammatically incorrect. Also, try to avoid redundancy and keep your answer concise within 5 sentences. Use linking words to improve coherence.
Example: On my birthday, I usually celebrate with my girlfriend's family and friends. We have a small party at home where we enjoy delicious food and cake together. It is a special day for me to show appreciation to the people who matter most in my life.
What did you do on your birthday when you were young?
Score: 85.0Suggestion: Your answer is clear and well-structured with relevant details. To improve, try to use more varied vocabulary and linking words to make your answer more natural and engaging. For example, use "in addition" or "moreover" to connect ideas smoothly.
Example: When I was young, I usually celebrated my birthday with my family and close friends. We would have a small party at home with cake, decorations, and fun games. Moreover, I especially enjoyed receiving gifts and spending quality time with everyone, which made the day very special.
Do you think it is important for you to celebrate your birthday?
Score: 70.0Suggestion: Your answer addresses the question but contains an unclear phrase "strange relationships" which affects clarity. Make sure to use appropriate vocabulary that fits the context. Also, try to add more specific reasons or examples to support your opinion.
Example: Yes, I believe celebrating my birthday is quite important. It offers a special opportunity to reflect on the past year and appreciate the support of my family and friends. Moreover, it creates joyful memories and strengthens relationships through shared celebrations.
Whose birthday do you think is the most important to celebrate in China?
Score: 65.0Suggestion: Your answer provides relevant cultural information but is incomplete and ends abruptly. Also, the term "JoJo ceremony" is incorrect; the correct term is "Zhuazhou" or "first birthday celebration." Make sure to complete your sentences and use accurate vocabulary. Adding linking words will improve coherence.
Example: In China, the most important birthday to celebrate is typically the first birthday of a child, known as the Zhuazhou ceremony. This celebration holds great cultural significance, as it symbolizes the child's growth and the family's hopes for their future. Additionally, the 16th birthday is highly valued because it marks the transition to adulthood.
× It's a special day for me to likes and appreciate the people who matter most in my life.
✓ It's a special day for me to like and appreciate the people who matter most in my life.
The verb 'likes' is incorrectly used here. After 'to', the base form of the verb should be used, not the third person singular form. Therefore, 'likes' should be corrected to 'like' to maintain correct verb form after 'to'.