Bike— Part 1 採点レポート

提案: Be sure to answer in past tense, respond directly, and add one or two supporting details. Use a topic sentence that clearly states whether you had a bike, then briefly explain why or give a short example. Keep it natural and concise (no more than 5 sentences) and use linking words like “because” or “so” if you add reasons.

例: No, I didn’t have a bike when I was a child. I wanted one, but my parents couldn’t afford it, so I usually borrowed my neighbor’s bike to ride around the street.

提案: Give a direct opinion in a full sentence and support it with specific reasons or examples. Use linking words such as “because,” “however,” or “for example” to make your answer coherent. Aim for clear vocabulary relevant to popularity (common, popular, widespread, used for commuting).

例: I don’t think bikes are very popular in my country because most people prefer cars for commuting. For example, in my city there are few bike lanes and many people find cycling unsafe.

× No, I don't have it.

✓ No, I didn't have one.

Grammar problem type ID:6 (Present tense issue) and 26 (Sentence structure errors). The question asked about the past ('when you were a child'), so the student should use past tense. Saying 'I don't have it' uses present tense and 'it' is vague; 'one' is more natural to refer to 'a bike'. Use 'didn't have' for past negative and 'one' to refer to 'a bike'. Suggestion: use past simple 'didn't have' and refer with 'one' or 'a bike'.

× No, I don't think.

✓ No, I don't think so.

Grammar problem type ID:6 (Present tense issue) and 26 (Sentence structure errors). The examiner asked a present general question ('Do you think bikes are popular...'). The student used 'No, I don't think.' which is incomplete and sounds unnatural; native speakers add 'so' after 'think' to form the negative opinion phrase 'I don't think so.' The verb tense (present simple) is correct, but the phrase needs completion. Suggestion: say 'No, I don't think so.' or better 'No, I don't think they are.' to explicitly reference 'bikes'.'