Typing— Part 1 Báo cáo

Gợi ý: Reduce hesitations and repetition, make a clear topic sentence and provide two concise, specific reasons using linking words. Correct grammar: use 'typing' (no 'to') and simplify comparisons.

Ví dụ: I prefer typing to handwriting because it is much faster and more convenient. In addition, I can easily edit my work and share documents with classmates for group projects, which helps my studies.

Gợi ý: Start with a direct answer (yes/no/only), avoid filler words, and correct grammar (e.g., 'I rarely use a desktop; I usually use a laptop'). Give one specific example of when you use it.

Ví dụ: I usually use a laptop rather than a desktop because my schedule is busy. For example, I use my laptop mainly to write long assignments and prepare presentations when I have free time in the evenings.

Gợi ý: Good structure and clarity. To improve further, add a linking phrase and a brief concrete detail (e.g., age or specific method) to make the answer more vivid.

Ví dụ: I learned to type in primary school during computer lessons when I was about eight years old, and we practiced with drills every week. Since then, I have practiced at home on typing websites, which made me faster and more accurate.

Gợi ý: Very clear and specific. To reach a higher band, add a short example of a practice activity and a measurable result (e.g., WPM improvement) to show progress.

Ví dụ: I improve my typing by using it daily for work and study, and by practicing on a typing app that focuses on touch-typing exercises. For example, after doing short drills for 15 minutes a day, my speed improved from 40 to 60 words per minute.

× I prefer to typing because it is a much faster as well as convenient as compared to handwriting.

✓ I prefer typing because it is much faster and more convenient than handwriting.

The verb prefer should be followed by the gerund (verb + -ing) when no 'to' infinitive is used. Remove 'to' before typing. Also, use parallel adjectives with appropriate comparatives: 'much faster and more convenient than' (not 'as well as' or 'as compared to'). Use 'than' for comparisons. Suggestion: Use 'prefer + -ing' (I prefer typing) and '...more convenient than' for comparisons.

× I prefer to typing because it is a much faster as well as convenient as compared to handwriting.

✓ I prefer typing because it is much faster and more convenient than handwriting.

The article 'a' before 'much faster' is incorrect; 'much' already modifies the comparative 'faster'. Also 'as well as' is not the correct connector for comparing two qualities here. Use 'much faster and more convenient than'. Suggestion: Remove the unnecessary 'a' and use 'and' with comparative forms.

× Apart from this, umm, I also edit it anytime or I can share it with my friends also, which uh, which is umm, which is helpful for my studies.

✓ Apart from this, I can edit it anytime or share it with my friends, which is helpful for my studies.

After 'can' use the base verb 'edit' or 'share' (not 'editing'); unnecessary repetition 'I also' and filler words removed for clarity. Combine parallel verbs after 'can' for correct structure. Suggestion: Use modal + base verb (can edit, can share) and avoid repeating subjects unnecessarily.

× I can edit it anytime or I can share it with my friends also, which uh, which is umm, which is helpful for my studies.

✓ I can edit it anytime or share it with my friends, which is helpful for my studies.

Redundant use of 'which' fragments and repetition of the subject cause awkwardness. Use a single relative clause 'which is helpful' referring to the preceding actions. Also place 'also' appropriately if needed. Suggestion: Reduce redundancy by keeping one relative clause and omitting repeated pronouns.

× Honestly, I have a hectic schedule right now because uh, I have to work or study these days so I rarely use umm, I really use laptop keyboard.

✓ Honestly, I have a hectic schedule right now because I have to work or study these days, so I rarely use the laptop keyboard.

The sentence contains an incorrect insertion 'I really use' that breaks sentence flow and pronoun/reference. Use a definite article 'the' before 'laptop keyboard' if referring to the student's device. Also separate clauses with commas. Suggestion: Remove redundant fragments and use 'the laptop keyboard' when speaking about a specific device.

× I really use laptop keyboard.

✓ I really use the laptop keyboard.

Countable singular nouns like 'keyboard' require an article. Use 'the' when referring to a specific keyboard the speaker uses. If speaking generally, use 'a laptop keyboard.' Suggestion: Use 'the laptop keyboard' for a familiar device or 'a laptop keyboard' for any such device.

× I only use it for preparing a long assignments or uh, whenever I have to umm.

✓ I only use it for preparing long assignments or whenever I have to.

The phrase 'a long assignments' mixes singular article 'a' with plural 'assignments'. Make number agreement by removing 'a' and pluralizing 'assignments' or use singular: 'a long assignment.' Suggestion: Keep noun and article agreement: 'a long assignment' or 'long assignments.'

× I only use it for preparing a long assignments or uh, whenever I have to umm.

✓ I only use it for preparing long assignments or whenever I need to.

The sentence is incomplete and awkward due to fillers and missing verb after 'have to'. Replace filler with a complete verb phrase ('need to') and correct number agreement. This yields a complete, natural sentence. Suggestion: Use complete verb phrases ('need to') and remove fillers.

× Since then, I have continued practicing at home, which helped me become faster and more accurate.

✓ Since then, I have continued practicing at home, which has helped me become faster and more accurate.

When using 'since then' with present perfect continuous 'have continued', the resulting effect should use present perfect 'has helped' to link past action to present result. Using simple past 'helped' creates a tense mismatch. Suggestion: Use present perfect ('has helped') to show ongoing relevance.

× Well, I type every day for work, studies and chatting with my friends, so regular use has naturally increased my speed as well as accuracy.

✓ Well, I type every day for work, study and chatting with my friends, so regular use has naturally increased my speed and accuracy.

Use parallel noun forms: 'work, study and chatting' is mismatched; better is 'work, study, and chatting' or 'work, studying, and chatting.' Also 'as well as' is unnecessary; use 'and' for parallel comparatives. Maintain parallel structure. Suggestion: Keep parallel noun/gerund forms and use 'and' for listing.

× I type every day for work, studies and chatting with my friends, so regular use has naturally increased my speed as well as accuracy.

✓ I type every day for work, studying and chatting with my friends, so regular use has naturally increased my speed and accuracy.

The preposition 'for' can govern gerunds; to be parallel, use 'studying' rather than 'studies.' Using consistent gerund forms after 'for' improves fluency. Suggestion: Use 'for work, studying, and chatting' or 'for work, study and chatting' but keep parallel forms.