Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Thí sinh
Yes, I do. I love photographing different views because taking picture is a way to preserve memories and whenever I have time and I wanna see the old pictures, I can look at them.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Thí sinh
I would say I prefer both urban and rural views because they offer a very different atmospheres. Urban areas are lively and exciting with busy streets and lots of things to do, while the countryside feels peaceful and closer to nature.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Thí sinh
I prefer views of my own country, which is Vietnam. Uh, the reason for this is because Vietnam has beautiful sceneries such as rice, lush rice and traditional villages which I find more familiar and comforting than foreign landscapes.
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Điểm: 78.0Gợi ý: Be more concise and correct grammar, use linking words and a varied vocabulary. Start with a clear topic sentence, then give one or two specific supporting details using linking words. Correct verb forms and avoid colloquial contractions like "wanna" in IELTS.
Ví dụ: Yes, I enjoy photographing different views because it helps me preserve memories. For example, when I review old photos, they remind me of the places I visited and the people I met, so I try to take pictures whenever I travel.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Điểm: 84.0Gợi ý: Good contrasting structure; improve grammar and precision, and use linking words to connect ideas. Use singular/plural agreement and a slightly wider vocabulary to sound more natural. Limit to max 4 sentences.
Ví dụ: I like both urban and rural views because they offer contrasting experiences. For example, urban views are lively and vibrant with busy streets and cultural attractions, whereas rural landscapes are tranquil and dominated by fields and natural scenery.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Điểm: 74.0Gợi ý: Avoid hesitation sounds and repetitive phrases; correct word order and choice (e.g., "rice terraces" or "lush rice fields"). Provide one clear reason and a specific example. Keep it concise and fluent.
Ví dụ: I prefer views in my own country, Vietnam, because they feel familiar and culturally meaningful. For instance, I love photographing the lush rice terraces and traditional villages, which capture local life and seasonal changes more vividly than foreign landscapes.
× I love photographing different views because taking picture is a way to preserve memories and whenever I have time and I wanna see the old pictures, I can look at them.
✓ I love photographing different views because taking pictures is a way to preserve memories, and whenever I have time and want to see the old pictures, I can look at them.
Errors: 'taking picture' should be plural 'taking pictures' to match general activity (noun number). 'wanna' is informal and nonstandard in written speech; use 'want to'. Also missing comma before 'and' joining independent clauses. Suggestion: use 'taking pictures' and 'want to' for correct formality and clarity.
× I would say I prefer both urban and rural views because they offer a very different atmospheres.
✓ I would say I prefer both urban and rural views because they offer very different atmospheres.
Error: 'a very different atmospheres' mixes singular article 'a' with plural noun 'atmospheres'. Remove 'a' to correctly modify the plural noun. Suggestion: say 'very different atmospheres' or 'a very different atmosphere' depending on singular/plural meaning.
× I prefer views of my own country, which is Vietnam. Uh, the reason for this is because Vietnam has beautiful sceneries such as rice, lush rice and traditional villages which I find more familiar and comforting than foreign landscapes.
✓ I prefer views of my own country, Vietnam. The reason is that Vietnam has beautiful scenery such as lush rice fields and traditional villages, which I find more familiar and comforting than foreign landscapes.
Errors: 'which is Vietnam' is wordy; 'Vietnam' can be appended. 'the reason for this is because' is redundant; use 'The reason is that'. 'sceneries' is uncountable; use 'scenery'. 'rice, lush rice' is repetitive and unclear; use 'lush rice fields'. Missing comma before 'which' for nonrestrictive clause. Suggestion: simplify phrasing, use 'scenery' and specific noun 'rice fields'.