Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you look out the window at the scenery when travelling by bus or car?
Thí sinh
I think it's quite dangerous to do so, but I really enjoy doing so because when you look out the window at the scenery, you will feel those kind of tranquility and also the moment of tasting the good vibes from the atmosphere of the skyline and outside views.
Giám khảo
Do you take photos of the scenery outside the car window?
Thí sinh
It depends on whether it is attractive or not. If it's like some rare sceneries that are like some orange color sunset and I would like to take a few more photos of it because it's rare to see it, especially when you're not always going outside in the evening.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer the mountains or the sea?
Thí sinh
I prefer to see because it's more refreshing when you can breathe those refreshing new air, air from the sea, because it contains of the refreshing smell from the salt of the sea. And also the watery smell is very great for you, uh, to smell with as well.
Do you look out the window at the scenery when travelling by bus or car?
Điểm: 66.0Gợi ý: Be more concise and natural. Start with a clear topic sentence that answers directly, then give one specific reason with a concrete example. Avoid vague phrases (e.g. "tasting the good vibes") and reduce repetition. Use one or two linking words (e.g. "because", "for example").
Ví dụ: Yes, I do look out of the window when I travel, although I know it can be unsafe. For example, I enjoy watching changing landscapes because they help me relax and notice small details like houses or fields passing by.
Do you take photos of the scenery outside the car window?
Điểm: 64.0Gợi ý: Give a direct short answer, then explain with a clear reason and one specific example. Avoid fillers and repeated words. Use more natural collocations (e.g. "a beautiful sunset", "rare sight").
Ví dụ: Sometimes. If I see a beautiful or unusual scene, such as an orange sunset over the fields, I will take photos so I can remember it and share the view with friends.
Do you prefer the mountains or the sea?
Điểm: 60.0Gợi ý: Answer clearly (mountains or the sea) and give two concise reasons using natural vocabulary. Avoid repetitions and hesitations. Use linking words like "because" and "also" and precise descriptions (e.g. "fresh sea breeze").
Ví dụ: I prefer the sea because the fresh sea breeze feels invigorating and has a pleasant salty scent. Also, I find the sound of waves relaxing, so I can unwind more easily at the coast.
× I think it's quite dangerous to do so, but I really enjoy doing so because when you look out the window at the scenery, you will feel those kind of tranquility and also the moment of tasting the good vibes from the atmosphere of the skyline and outside views.
✓ I think it's quite dangerous to do so, but I really enjoy it because when you look out the window at the scenery, you will feel that kind of tranquility and also a sense of the good vibes from the atmosphere, the skyline, and the outside view.
The phrase 'those kind of tranquility' mixes plural demonstrative 'those' with uncountable noun 'tranquility'; use 'that kind of tranquility' or 'those kinds of tranquility' (but latter is awkward). Also 'doing so' repeated is wordy; 'enjoy it' is natural. 'Moment of tasting the good vibes' is incorrect collocation; use 'a sense of the good vibes' or 'the feeling of good vibes'. Use singular 'view' for the overall outside scene. Suggest simplifying phrasing and matching singular/plural and countable/uncountable usage.
× It depends on whether it is attractive or not. If it's like some rare sceneries that are like some orange color sunset and I would like to take a few more photos of it because it's rare to see it, especially when you're not always going outside in the evening.
✓ It depends on whether it is attractive or not. If it's a rare scene, like an orange-colored sunset, I would like to take a few photos because it's rare to see, especially if you don't often go out in the evening.
'Sceneries' is incorrect; use 'scene' or 'scenery' (uncountable). 'Like some orange color sunset' has awkward preposition and article use; 'like an orange-colored sunset' is correct. 'Going outside' is okay but 'go out' is more natural. Replaced 'a few more photos of it' with 'a few photos' for conciseness. Adjust prepositions and articles for natural English.
× I prefer to see because it's more refreshing when you can breathe those refreshing new air, air from the sea, because it contains of the refreshing smell from the salt of the sea.
✓ I prefer the sea because it's more refreshing when you can breathe the fresh sea air, since it has the refreshing scent of sea salt.
'I prefer to see' is unclear and likely incorrect—must specify 'I prefer the sea'. 'Those refreshing new air' mixes plural demonstrative with uncountable noun; use 'the fresh sea air'. 'Contains of' is incorrect collocation; use 'has' or 'contains'. Simplify redundant adjectives ('refreshing' repeated) and correct singular/plural/uncountable usage.
× And also the watery smell is very great for you, uh, to smell with as well.
✓ Also, the slightly salty, sea-like scent is pleasant to smell.
'Watery smell is very great for you to smell with' is ungrammatical and awkward. 'Great for you to smell with' misuses 'with' and the construction. Replace with concise adjective + noun: 'slightly salty, sea-like scent is pleasant to smell.' This corrects adjective use and provides a natural collocation.