Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you prefer typing or handwriting?
Thí sinh
As for me, I prefer typing over, uh, handwriting. I think it's much easier and more time efficient because, uh, if I make a mistake, I can easily delete it and just, uh, just type what I actually need.
Giám khảo
Do you type on a desktop or laptop keyboard every day?
Thí sinh
I try to type every day. First of all, uh, it's connected to my work, so I need to type just to do my assignments or to make some researches. So typing is a very essential part of my everyday job. Uh, and it's also the practice because the more I type, the more, uh.
Giám khảo
When did you learn how to type on a keyboard?
Thí sinh
Unfortunately, when I was a child, there were no computers in my country at that time. So I started typing and practicing dealing with computers. When I was at the university on the first course on the first year of my study and we had a I didn't have a personal computer at that time. I didn't have a laptop, so I had to go.
Giám khảo
How do you improve your typing?
Thí sinh
I try to practice typing every day 'cause I noted the more I practice, the better skills I gain. So as it is the part of my everyday work, I, I, I need to type and I need uh, to, to type very fast to make sure that I can, uh, fulfill my work, accomplish my work successfully.
Do you prefer typing or handwriting?
Điểm: 70.0Gợi ý: Be more concise and avoid filler words (uh, just). Start with a clear topic sentence, then add one or two specific reasons with linking words. Keep it under 4–5 sentences.
Ví dụ: I prefer typing to handwriting because it is faster and more convenient. For example, if I make a mistake I can delete it instantly, and I can also edit and reorganise my writing more easily, which saves time.
Do you type on a desktop or laptop keyboard every day?
Điểm: 65.0Gợi ý: Structure the answer with a clear topic sentence naming the device, then give specific reasons using linking words. Reduce repetition and filler sounds; finish the thought. Aim for concrete details (what tasks, how often).
Ví dụ: Yes, I type on my laptop every day because most of my work involves writing reports and researching online. Therefore, typing is essential for completing assignments quickly, and regular use also helps me improve my speed and accuracy.
When did you learn how to type on a keyboard?
Điểm: 60.0Gợi ý: Give a concise timeline with clear sentences and specific details. Start with a direct topic sentence (age or period), then explain context briefly. Avoid incomplete sentences and repetition.
Ví dụ: I learned to type at university during my first year because there were few computers at home when I was a child. As a result, I used campus facilities to practice typing and gradually improved through coursework and assignments.
How do you improve your typing?
Điểm: 68.0Gợi ý: Be specific about methods you use to improve (typing programs, exercises, timed tests) and give one example of progress. Remove fillers and repeated words; use linking words to connect ideas.
Ví dụ: I improve my typing by practising daily with online typing tests and exercises, which help me increase speed and accuracy. For instance, I use a 10-minute typing test every morning and track my words-per-minute to measure progress.
× I need to type just to do my assignments or to make some researches.
✓ I need to type to do my assignments or to do some research.
'Research' is an uncountable noun in this context, so 'researches' is incorrect. Use 'research' without a plural or use 'some research' or 'research projects'. Also 'just' is unnecessary; simplify to 'I need to type to do my assignments or to do some research.'
× So I started typing and practicing dealing with computers.
✓ So I started typing and practicing using computers.
The verb phrase 'practicing dealing with computers' is awkward and ungrammatical. Replace with 'practicing using computers' which correctly uses 'using' + object. No article change needed, but this fixes sentence structure.
× When I was at the university on the first course on the first year of my study and we had a I didn't have a personal computer at that time.
✓ When I was at university in my first year, I didn't have a personal computer at that time.
The original sentence is disfluent and contains repetition and extraneous words ('we had a I'). Simplify and reorder to 'When I was at university in my first year, I didn't have a personal computer at that time.' This corrects sentence structure and removes fragments.
× I didn't have a laptop, so I had to go.
✓ I didn't have a laptop, so I had to go to the computer lab.
'I had to go' is incomplete—go where? Provide the missing object or location. Context implies going to another place to use a computer, e.g., 'the computer lab' or 'an internet cafe.' Specify the destination for a complete sentence.
× I try to type every day.
✓ I try to type every day.
This sentence is grammatically correct. It uses the simple present to express habit, which fits the question about daily typing. No change needed.
× ...the more I type, the more, uh.
✓ ...the more I type, the better I get.
The original fragment is incomplete. Complete the comparative structure 'the more..., the more...' with a clear result. 'The better I get' or 'the faster I become' fits the intended meaning.
× So typing is a very essential part of my everyday job.
✓ Typing is a very important part of my everyday job.
'Very essential' is redundant because 'essential' already implies 'very'—use 'essential' alone or replace with 'very important'. Also 'a very essential' is awkward; 'Typing is an essential part...' would be acceptable. Suggested correction improves naturalness.
× I try to practice typing every day 'cause I noted the more I practice, the better skills I gain.
✓ I try to practice typing every day because I noticed the more I practice, the better my skills become.
Use 'because' instead of colloquial ''cause'. 'Noted' should be past tense 'noticed' if referring to a past realization; however present perfect or present is fine. 'Better skills I gain' is unnatural—use 'my skills become better' or 'the better my skills become.' This fixes verb tense and noun phrase order.
× So as it is the part of my everyday work, I, I, I need to type and I need uh, to, to type very fast to make sure that I can, uh, fulfill my work, accomplish my work successfully.
✓ Because it is part of my everyday work, I need to type quickly to make sure I can accomplish my work successfully.
Remove filler words and repetition. Use 'because' to connect clauses, 'part of my everyday work' (no 'the'), and 'type quickly' (adverb after verb). 'Fulfill my work' is awkward—use 'accomplish my work' or 'complete my tasks.' This corrects adverb placement and article use and improves sentence structure.