Work— Part 1 채점 보고서

제안: Be more concise and smooth: start with a clear topic sentence then add one or two specific supporting details. Avoid filler words (uh) and repetitive phrasing. Use linking words if adding details (for example, “I design...” → “For example,”).

예시: I work as a transportation engineer. For example, I design highways, roundabouts and traffic signal systems, which I find rewarding because they improve road safety.

제안: Combine sentences to avoid repetition and improve fluency. Use proper verb forms and linking words to make one clear, coherent answer. Give one specific reason for productivity rather than repeating that you like the office.

예시: I work in a hybrid arrangement: I work from home two days and in the office three days each week. Because I have a dedicated home workspace, I stay productive when remote, while the office environment helps me concentrate on collaborative tasks.

제안: Avoid hesitation sounds and duplicated words. Start with a direct topic sentence, then give one or two specific supporting details using linking words (e.g., “because” or “for example”). Include a short concrete example of support if possible.

예시: Yes, it is a very good place to work because of the supportive colleagues and generous benefits. For example, my coworkers often collaborate on difficult projects, which makes it easier to solve complex problems.

제안: Keep answers professional and avoid inappropriate or surprising phrases. Remove repetitions and correct grammar (e.g., “structured”). Provide a brief explanation with linking words and one specific detail about why each place suits you.

예시: Yes, I enjoy working both at home and in the office. The office is professional and structured, which helps me focus, while working from home gives me flexibility and fewer distractions.

제안: State your goal clearly, then outline concrete steps and use correct prepositions and terminology. Avoid filler words and unclear references (e.g., “UH”). Mention specific actions you will take and a realistic timeline if possible.

예시: I plan to become a subject-matter expert in roundabout design. To achieve that, I will gain another few years of experience, study advanced design guidelines, and learn from senior engineers by assisting on complex projects.

× I work from home twice a week and going to the office three times a week.

✓ I work from home twice a week and go to the office three times a week.

The sentence joins two verbs about habitual actions; after the conjunction 'and' you need the base-form verb 'go' to match 'work' (parallel structure). Using 'going' creates a nonparallel gerund form and is incorrect here. Suggestion: keep verbs parallel for coordinated actions (e.g., 'work ... and go ...').

× I have a dedicated workspace at home so it keeps me productive while I'm working from home.

✓ I have a dedicated workspace at home, so it keeps me productive while I'm working from home.

This sentence mainly needed punctuation (comma before 'so') rather than a definite article change; however the clause is correct grammatically. The comma clarifies the connection between clauses. Suggestion: add a comma before coordinating conjunctions linking independent clauses. (Note: no article error required by list; included because sentence had a minor structural issue.)

× I also go into the office and I like my office.

✓ I also go into the office, and I like my office.

Again punctuation improves clarity by separating independent clauses. The definite article 'the' before 'office' is correct. Suggestion: place a comma before 'and' when joining two independent clauses. (Note: this correction addresses sentence structure and clarity rather than an article mistake.)

× My coworkers are very supportive and collaborative, so it makes easier for me to do my job.

✓ My coworkers are very supportive and collaborative, so it makes it easier for me to do my job.

The phrase 'makes easier' is missing the pronoun 'it' before 'easier.' English requires 'make it easier' when describing something that reduces difficulty. Suggestion: use the dummy pronoun 'it' in expressions like 'make it easier' to be grammatically correct.

× I like I like working both in the office and at home.

✓ I like working both in the office and at home.

The sentence repeats 'I like' twice; this is a redundancy/error in fluency. Removing the repeated phrase results in a correct sentence. Suggestion: avoid unintentional repetition in spoken responses; one instance of 'I like' suffices.

× The office space is professional and structure so it helps me focus when I work in the office.

✓ The office space is professional and structured, so it helps me focus when I work in the office.

The word 'structure' is a noun; the sentence requires the adjective 'structured' to describe 'office space.' Also add a comma before 'so' to connect independent clauses. Suggestion: use the correct adjective form (structured) when describing nouns.

× What the hell?

✓ (omit or replace with a neutral phrase such as 'That's surprising' or 'I'm not sure what you mean')

'What the hell?' is an idiomatic exclamation that is inappropriate in a formal test context and is not a proper response to the examiner's question. It does not answer the question and can be seen as rude. Suggestion: use a polite, relevant response that answers the question or expresses uncertainty politely.

× I plan to become a subject matter expert in a roundabout design.

✓ I plan to become a subject-matter expert in roundabout design.

Use 'subject-matter expert' with hyphens as a compound noun. When referring to the field generally, omit the article 'a' before 'roundabout design' or rephrase as 'in roundabout design' or 'in the design of roundabouts.' Suggestion: for areas of expertise, use 'in + field' (in roundabout design) or 'in the design of roundabouts.'

× I still need a few more years of experience and uh, learning from my UH senior engineers based on their judgment in complex projects.

✓ I still need a few more years of experience and to learn from my more senior engineers at UH based on their judgment in complex projects.

The original mixes 'need' with a noun phrase 'learning' creating a nonparallel construction. After 'need' when listing requirements, use 'to + verb' (infinitive) for parallelism: 'need ... and to learn.' Also 'UH senior engineers' is awkward—'more senior engineers at UH' is clearer. Suggestion: use parallel infinitives after 'need' and place modifiers ('at UH') next to the noun they modify.