Part 1
Giám khảo
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Thí sinh
Yes, I have.
Giám khảo
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Thí sinh
Yes, it is.
Did you have a bike when you were a child?
Điểm: 30.0Gợi ý: Improve tense accuracy, expand with a topic sentence and supporting details, and keep it concise (max 5 sentences). Use past tense for past experiences, add a brief reason or memory, and use linking words if giving multiple details.
Ví dụ: Yes, I did — I had a red bicycle when I was about eight. It was my main way of getting to friends’ houses, and I remember practising riding every afternoon to build my confidence. Because I rode so often, I became quite independent and enjoyed exploring the neighborhood.
Do you think bikes are popular in your country?
Điểm: 30.0Gợi ý: Correct subject-verb agreement and expand with specific supporting details. Start with a clear topic sentence, then give examples or reasons (e.g., commuting, sport, government promotion) and use linking words like 'because' or 'for example'. Keep to under five sentences.
Ví dụ: Yes, I think bikes are quite popular in my country because many people use them for short commutes and exercise. For example, cities have dedicated cycle lanes and there are regular weekend group rides, which encourages more people to cycle. As a result, cycling has become a common and practical choice for daily travel.
× Yes, I have.
✓ Yes, I did.
The question 'Did you have a bike when you were a child?' is in the simple past tense, so the short answer should use the past tense auxiliary 'did' rather than the present perfect 'have/has'. Use 'Yes, I did.' or 'Yes, I had.' to match the past-tense question. Suggestion: Answer past simple questions with past simple responses, e.g., 'Yes, I did.' or 'Yes, I had a bike.'.
× Yes, it is.
✓ Yes, they are.
The question 'Do you think bikes are popular in your country?' uses the plural noun 'bikes', so the correct short answer must agree in number. 'It is' refers to a singular subject; 'they are' matches the plural subject. Alternatively, say 'Yes, they are popular.' Suggestion: For plural subjects, use plural pronouns and verbs (they are), not singular (it is).