Part 1
Examiner
Do you like shopping?
Candidate
Yes, I like shopping when it have to do with buying things that are essential in the house. And comparatively, now I'm more of a conscious shopper than before. Before, I use those soap because I would just buy things just because I want it. But now I do it for the sake of me, because I need.
Examiner
Do you compare prices when you shop? Why?
Candidate
Absolutely yes and with the introduction of online shopping, what I do these days, I would check the prices first offline and also compare it online. And of course it always comes as a saver when there is a financial crunch and I do enjoy comparing it because it gives me lots of options on where to show.
Examiner
Is it difficult for you to make choices when you shop?
Candidate
I don't necessarily face difficulties when I shop because I'm very clear with what I need to solve as I always make sure I make a list of what I need to do or what I need to buy. And also since I have done my research on what I need and what are required and I've studied, I don't face difficulties.
Examiner
Do you think expensive products are always better than cheaper ones?
Candidate
I don't think product has to be always expensive to find quality because there are varied options in the markets and especially these days since there are options and it's trending to buy thrift or second hand products, we can find amazing and quality products when we choose to buy from 2nd.
Do you like shopping?
Score: 65.0Suggestion: Your answer is somewhat unclear and contains grammatical errors. Try to make your sentences more natural and concise. Use correct verb forms and avoid redundancy. Also, organise your ideas logically with linking words to improve coherence.
Example: Yes, I enjoy shopping, especially when buying essential household items. Compared to before, I am now a more conscious shopper because I buy things only when I really need them, rather than just wanting them.
Do you compare prices when you shop? Why?
Score: 70.0Suggestion: Your answer is relevant but has some grammatical mistakes and awkward phrasing. Try to use linking words to connect your ideas smoothly and be more precise in your vocabulary. Also, avoid repetition and clarify your points.
Example: Absolutely, I compare prices both offline and online, especially since online shopping has become popular. This helps me save money during financial difficulties and provides many options to choose from.
Is it difficult for you to make choices when you shop?
Score: 75.0Suggestion: Your answer is clear but a bit repetitive and wordy. Try to be more concise and use linking words to improve flow. Also, avoid unnecessary phrases and focus on delivering your point effectively.
Example: I rarely find it difficult to make choices while shopping because I prepare a list beforehand and research the products I need. This helps me shop efficiently without confusion.
Do you think expensive products are always better than cheaper ones?
Score: 70.0Suggestion: Your answer conveys the idea but is somewhat unclear and grammatically incorrect. Try to organise your ideas logically, use appropriate vocabulary, and avoid incomplete sentences. Also, explain your points with linking words for better coherence.
Example: I don't believe expensive products are always better than cheaper ones. Nowadays, many quality items are available in thrift or second-hand markets, so it's possible to find good products at lower prices.
× Yes, I like shopping when it have to do with buying things that are essential in the house.
✓ Yes, I like shopping when it has to do with buying things that are essential in the house.
The subject 'it' is singular, so the verb should be 'has' instead of 'have' to agree in number. This is a 'There be issue' where the verb form does not match the singular subject.
× Before, I use those soap because I would just buy things just because I want it.
✓ Before, I used those soaps because I would just buy things just because I wanted them.
The sentence refers to past habits, so the verbs should be in past tense: 'use' to 'used' and 'want' to 'wanted'. Also, 'soap' should be plural 'soaps' to match the context, and 'it' should be 'them' to refer to plural 'things'.
× Before, I use those soap because I would just buy things just because I want it.
✓ Before, I used those soaps because I would just buy things just because I wanted them.
The pronoun 'it' is incorrect here because it refers to 'things', which is plural. The correct pronoun is 'them' to match the plural noun.
× But now I do it for the sake of me, because I need.
✓ But now I do it for my own sake, because I need to.
The phrase 'for the sake of me' is incorrect; the correct expression is 'for my own sake'. Also, 'because I need' is incomplete and should be 'because I need to' to imply the action.
× Absolutely yes and with the introduction of online shopping, what I do these days, I would check the prices first offline and also compare it online.
✓ Absolutely yes, and with the introduction of online shopping, what I do these days is I check the prices offline first and also compare them online.
The phrase 'check the prices first offline' is better as 'check the prices offline first' for natural word order. Also, 'compare it online' should be 'compare them online' because 'prices' is plural.
× Absolutely yes and with the introduction of online shopping, what I do these days, I would check the prices first offline and also compare it online.
✓ Absolutely yes, and with the introduction of online shopping, what I do these days is I check the prices offline first and also compare them online.
The pronoun 'it' incorrectly refers to 'prices', which is plural. The correct pronoun is 'them'.
× And of course it always comes as a saver when there is a financial crunch and I do enjoy comparing it because it gives me lots of options on where to show.
✓ And of course, it always saves money when there is a financial crunch, and I do enjoy comparing prices because it gives me lots of options on where to shop.
The phrase 'comes as a saver' is awkward; 'saves money' is clearer. Also, 'comparing it' is vague; specifying 'comparing prices' is better. The phrase 'where to show' is incorrect; it should be 'where to shop'.
× And of course it always comes as a saver when there is a financial crunch and I do enjoy comparing it because it gives me lots of options on where to show.
✓ And of course, it always saves money when there is a financial crunch, and I do enjoy comparing prices because it gives me lots of options on where to shop.
The preposition 'on' in 'options on where to show' is incorrect; the correct phrase is 'options of where to shop' or simply 'options where to shop'. Also, 'show' is a wrong word here; it should be 'shop'.
× I don't necessarily face difficulties when I shop because I'm very clear with what I need to solve as I always make sure I make a list of what I need to do or what I need to buy.
✓ I don't necessarily face difficulties when I shop because I'm very clear about what I need to solve, as I always make sure I make a list of what I need to do or what I need to buy.
The phrase 'clear with' is incorrect; the correct preposition is 'clear about' when referring to understanding or clarity.
× And also since I have done my research on what I need and what are required and I've studied, I don't face difficulties.
✓ And also, since I have done my research on what I need and what is required and I've studied, I don't face difficulties.
The phrase 'what are required' is incorrect; it should be 'what is required' because 'what' is singular here.
× I don't think product has to be always expensive to find quality because there are varied options in the markets and especially these days since there are options and it's trending to buy thrift or second hand products, we can find amazing and quality products when we choose to buy from 2nd.
✓ I don't think a product has to be always expensive to have quality because there are varied options in the markets, and especially these days, since it is trending to buy thrift or second-hand products, we can find amazing and quality products when we choose to buy second-hand.
The noun 'product' is singular and needs an article 'a'. Also, 'to find quality' is better expressed as 'to have quality'. The phrase 'buy from 2nd' is incomplete and unclear; it should be 'buy second-hand' or 'buy from second-hand sources'.