Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like eating chocolate? Why or why not?
Thí sinh
Well, I would say I'm definitely a big fan of eating chocolate because I find it extremely delicious and satisfying. When I was a child, I used to eat a lot of chocolate bars, which unfortunately damaged my teeth. However, even now, I still enjoy indulging in chocolate occasionally as a treat, although I try to limit my consumption to maintain good health.
Giám khảo
How often do you eat chocolate?
Thí sinh
Well, I usually eat chocolate about twice a week because I really enjoy its sweet taste. However, I try to limit how much I ate to stay healthy. Instead of chocolate, I often choose nutritious snacks like fruits and vegetables, which are high in fiber and help me maintain a balanced diet.
Giám khảo
Did you often eat chocolate when you were a kid?
Thí sinh
Admittedly, I used to eat a large amount of chocolate balls when I was a child, especially when my parents were not at home. I often spend hours watching TV while enjoying chocolate, which unfortunately led to several visits to the dentist for cavities. Looking back, I realized I should have been more careful with my sweet intake.
Giám khảo
Why do you think chocolate is popular around the world?
Thí sinh
I think chocolate is popular around the world because it tastes delicious and has a perfect balance of sweetness that many people find addictive. For example, it can be enjoyed in many forms, such as bars, kicks, and hot drinks, which makes it appealing to people of all ages. Additionally, chocolate often plays an important role in cultural celebrations and festivals.
Giám khảo
What's your favourite flavour of chocolate?
Thí sinh
Well, I enjoy a variety of chocolate flavors such as strawberry matcha, and other fruity options because they offer refreshing and distinctive taste. However, my favorite is still original dark chocolate as it has a rich, intense flavor that I find very satisfying. Additionally, I believe dark chocolate is healthier than milk chocolate since it contains.
Giám khảo
Do you think it is good to use chocolate as gifts to others?
Thí sinh
Yes, I think chocolate is a great gift because it is widely appreciated in many cultures, especially in Western countries. For example, people often give chocolate on special occasions like birthdays or holidays because it looks elegant and tastes delicious. I personally love receiving chocolate gifts as they feel thoughtful and special.
Do you like eating chocolate? Why or why not?
Điểm: 85.0Gợi ý: Your answer is generally natural and effective, but it is slightly long and could be more concise. Try to avoid redundancy by combining related ideas and using linking words to improve coherence. Also, ensure your sentences are clear and directly address the question.
Ví dụ: Yes, I really enjoy eating chocolate because it tastes delicious and satisfying. Although I ate a lot as a child, which affected my teeth, I now limit my intake to keep healthy and enjoy it as an occasional treat.
How often do you eat chocolate?
Điểm: 80.0Gợi ý: Your answer is relevant but contains a tense inconsistency ('ate' should be 'eat') and could be more concise. Use linking words to connect ideas smoothly and avoid repeating similar points. Also, try to provide more specific details about your habits.
Ví dụ: I usually eat chocolate twice a week because I enjoy its sweet taste. However, to stay healthy, I limit my consumption and often choose nutritious snacks like fruits and vegetables instead.
Did you often eat chocolate when you were a kid?
Điểm: 88.0Gợi ý: Your answer is detailed and coherent, but watch for tense consistency ('spend' should be 'spent'). Also, try to use linking words to connect your ideas more smoothly and avoid minor grammatical errors.
Ví dụ: Yes, I used to eat a lot of chocolate balls as a child, especially when my parents were away. I often spent hours watching TV while eating chocolate, which unfortunately caused me to visit the dentist for cavities. Looking back, I realise I should have been more careful with my sugar intake.
Why do you think chocolate is popular around the world?
Điểm: 90.0Gợi ý: Your answer is well-structured and informative. However, there is a minor error ('kicks' should be 'kicks' is likely a typo for 'kicks' or 'kisses'). Also, try to use more precise vocabulary and linking words to enhance coherence.
Ví dụ: Chocolate is popular worldwide because it tastes delicious and has a perfect balance of sweetness that many find addictive. For instance, it comes in various forms like bars, kisses, and hot drinks, appealing to all ages. Moreover, chocolate plays an important role in cultural celebrations and festivals.
What's your favourite flavour of chocolate?
Điểm: 75.0Gợi ý: Your answer is incomplete and ends abruptly. Ensure you finish your sentences fully. Also, avoid listing too many flavours without elaboration. Use linking words to compare and explain your preferences clearly.
Ví dụ: I enjoy various chocolate flavours like strawberry matcha and other fruity options because they offer a refreshing taste. However, my favourite is original dark chocolate due to its rich, intense flavour. Additionally, I believe dark chocolate is healthier than milk chocolate because it contains more antioxidants.
Do you think it is good to use chocolate as gifts to others?
Điểm: 90.0Gợi ý: Your answer is clear, relevant, and well-structured. To improve, try to include more specific examples or reasons and use linking words to enhance coherence.
Ví dụ: Yes, chocolate makes a great gift because it is appreciated in many cultures, especially in Western countries. For example, people often give chocolate on birthdays or holidays since it looks elegant and tastes delicious. Personally, I love receiving chocolate gifts because they feel thoughtful and special.
× However, I try to limit how much I ate to stay healthy.
✓ However, I try to limit how much I eat to stay healthy.
The sentence is about a habitual action in the present, so the verb should be in the present tense 'eat' instead of the past tense 'ate'. Using 'ate' here is incorrect because it conflicts with the present tense context established by 'I try'. To improve, use present tense verbs when describing current habits or routines.
× I often spend hours watching TV while enjoying chocolate, which unfortunately led to several visits to the dentist for cavities.
✓ I often spent hours watching TV while enjoying chocolate, which unfortunately led to several visits to the dentist for cavities.
The sentence mixes present tense 'spend' with past tense 'led'. Since the context refers to past events ('when I was a child'), the verb 'spend' should be in the past tense 'spent' to maintain tense consistency. To improve, ensure verbs agree in tense within the same time frame.
× I used to eat a large amount of chocolate balls when I was a child, especially when my parents were not at home.
✓ I used to eat a large number of chocolate balls when I was a child, especially when my parents were not at home.
'Amount' is used with uncountable nouns, while 'number' is used with countable nouns. Since 'chocolate balls' are countable, 'number' is the correct quantifier. To improve, use 'number' with countable nouns and 'amount' with uncountable nouns.