Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Thí sinh
Yes, I like to take in the pictures because it's a good way to say the memories of any place and it's also a good way to mind the memories which we spend we are with our loved ones.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Thí sinh
Honestly, I like to take uh, I like to see the way I enjoy the views of rural areas because it's a uh, because there is a lot more, there is no more traffic and rural area views are good and we can enjoy the nature in the area as compared to.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Thí sinh
Honestly, idealism, very beautiful country and there is like many places where we can visit and we can take the pictures of the nature and the fields and trees. So I can say I like the view of my home country.
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Điểm: 58.0Gợi ý: Make the answer more natural and concise. Begin with a clear topic sentence, then give one or two specific reasons using linking words. Correct grammar (e.g., “take pictures,” “remind me of”). Avoid repetition and long unclear phrases.
Ví dụ: Yes, I enjoy taking pictures of different views because they help me remember places clearly. For example, photos of a beach or park remind me of the people I was with and the atmosphere, so I often take several shots to capture those memories.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Điểm: 52.0Gợi ý: Give a direct clear preference and support it with specific reasons using linking words. Remove fillers (uh, honestly) and avoid unfinished comparisons. Keep to two to three sentences maximum.
Ví dụ: I prefer rural views because they are quieter and less polluted, so I can relax more. For instance, there is little traffic and plenty of green space, which makes it easier to take peaceful landscape photos.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Điểm: 62.0Gợi ý: Start with a clear topic sentence stating your preference, then give specific supporting details and an example. Remove unclear words like “idealism” and avoid vague phrases such as “there is like many places.” Use linking words (for example, because) to make your reasoning coherent.
Ví dụ: I prefer the views in my own country because it has diverse natural scenery and familiar cultural spots. For example, there are many fields and forests near my hometown where I often take photos of trees and traditional villages.
× Yes, I like to take in the pictures because it's a good way to say the memories of any place and it's also a good way to mind the memories which we spend we are with our loved ones.
✓ Yes, I like to take pictures because it's a good way to save the memories of a place, and it's also a good way to remind us of the times we spent with our loved ones.
The original sentence misuses verb forms and phrases: 'take in the pictures' should be 'take pictures' (remove unnecessary preposition), 'say the memories' is incorrect; use 'save the memories' to mean keeping memories, and 'mind the memories which we spend we are with our loved ones' is ungrammatical. Replace with 'remind us of the times we spent with our loved ones.' Also change 'any place' to 'a place' for natural reference. Suggestions: use correct verb phrases (take pictures, save memories, remind us) and a clear past construction 'spent' for completed time together.
× Honestly, I like to take uh, I like to see the way I enjoy the views of rural areas because it's a uh, because there is a lot more, there is no more traffic and rural area views are good and we can enjoy the nature in the area as compared to.
✓ Honestly, I enjoy the views of rural areas because there is less traffic, the scenery is pleasant, and we can enjoy nature more than in urban areas.
The original sentence has redundant phrases and incomplete comparison ('as compared to' without an object). 'I like to take uh, I like to see the way I enjoy' is repetitive and unclear — simplify to 'I enjoy the views.' Use 'less traffic' (uncountable comparison) rather than 'no more traffic' and complete the comparison by specifying 'than in urban areas.' Also change 'enjoy the nature in the area' to 'enjoy nature' for natural phrasing. Suggestions: remove fillers and repetition, complete comparisons, and use concise expressions.
× Honestly, idealism, very beautiful country and there is like many places where we can visit and we can take the pictures of the nature and the fields and trees.
✓ Honestly, it's an ideal and very beautiful country, and there are many places we can visit to take pictures of nature, fields, and trees.
The phrase 'Honestly, idealism, very beautiful country' is incorrect; use 'it's an ideal and very beautiful country' or 'it is ideal and very beautiful.' 'There is like many places' mixes 'there is' (singular) with 'many places' (plural); use 'there are many places.' 'Take the pictures of the nature' is unidiomatic — use 'take pictures of nature.' Suggestions: ensure subject-verb agreement for 'there are,' convert nouns/adjectives into correct forms, and remove filler words like 'like' when not needed.
× So I can say I like the view of my home country.
✓ So I can say I like the views of my home country.
The student uses singular 'the view' while earlier sentences discuss multiple places and scenes; 'views' (plural) better matches the meaning of various landscapes across the country. If referring to the country in general, use 'views' or 'the scenery.' Suggestions: match singular/plural based on whether you mean a single view or multiple scenes; here use plural 'views' or 'the scenery.'