Part 1
Giám khảo
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Thí sinh
Yeah, definitely, because I like to go, uh, many significant scenery and I like to taking picture of them because it's my it, it, I think it's my memories and I will watch those picture or show those picture after this.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Thí sinh
I think I like urban area rather than rural area because urban area is more like countryside and there are more scenery can admire and more, uh, beautiful things.
Giám khảo
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Thí sinh
Yeah. But I think there's different views in many countries. There are different, there are various of scenery or geographic in different countries. So I think the view is different.
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Điểm: 55.0Gợi ý: Make your answer more natural, concise and grammatically correct. Start with a clear topic sentence, avoid fillers, correct verb forms and countable/uncountable nouns, and add one specific supporting detail using a linking word. Keep it under five sentences.
Ví dụ: Yes, I really enjoy taking pictures of different views. For example, when I visit historical sites or mountains I photograph the landscapes to remember the trip. Also, I often show these photos to friends afterwards to share my experiences.
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Điểm: 45.0Gợi ý: Give a direct topic sentence stating your preference, correct comparisons and noun forms, and explain with a specific reason using a linking word. Avoid contradicting phrases (e.g., 'urban area is more like countryside').
Ví dụ: I prefer urban views to rural ones because cities offer diverse architecture and lively street scenes. For instance, I enjoy photographing modern buildings and busy markets, which show local culture and energy.
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Điểm: 50.0Gợi ý: Answer the question directly (state a preference or say you have no strong preference), then explain with a clear reason and a specific example. Use correct vocabulary (scenery, geography) and linkers to make the response coherent.
Ví dụ: I don't have a strong preference because every country has its unique scenery. For example, my country has beautiful coastlines, whereas other countries may have dramatic mountains, so I enjoy photographing both.
× I like to taking picture of them because it's my it, it, I think it's my memories and I will watch those picture or show those picture after this.
✓ I like taking pictures of them because they are my memories and I will look at those pictures or show those pictures later.
The student used an incorrect verb form 'to taking' after 'like'. After 'like' when expressing preference, use the gerund ('taking') or the infinitive without 'to' ('to take'), but not 'to taking'. Also 'picture' should be plural ('pictures') to match context, and 'watch' is incorrect for viewing photos — use 'look at'. 'After this' is awkward; 'later' is more natural. Suggested improvement: choose either 'I like taking pictures' or 'I like to take pictures' and ensure nouns agree in number and verbs match collocations.
× I like to go, uh, many significant scenery and I like to taking picture of them because it's my it, it, I think it's my memories and I will watch those picture or show those picture after this.
✓ I like to go to many significant scenic places and I like taking pictures of them because they are my memories and I will look at those pictures or show those pictures later.
The student used 'scenery' and 'picture' inconsistently. 'Scenery' is an uncountable noun and cannot be modified by 'many'; use 'scenic places' or 'many scenes'. 'Picture' should be plural ('pictures') to refer to multiple photos. Also pronoun agreement: 'they are my memories' rather than 'it's my memories'. Suggested improvement: replace uncountable nouns with appropriate countable phrases when using quantifiers like 'many', and ensure plural forms when referring to multiple items.
× because it's my it, it, I think it's my memories
✓ because they are my memories
The student used singular pronouns 'it' and 'it's' to refer to plural 'pictures/memories'. Use 'they' and 'they are' for plural antecedents. Also avoid filler repetition. Suggested improvement: identify the noun being referred to (pictures/memories) and match the pronoun and verb number accordingly.
× I like to go, uh, many significant scenery
✓ I like to go to many significant scenic places
The phrase omitted the preposition 'to' after 'go' when indicating a destination. Also 'scenery' is uncountable and 'many' cannot modify it; use 'scenic places' instead. Suggested improvement: include necessary prepositions ('go to') and choose countable nouns when using quantifiers like 'many'.
× I will watch those picture or show those picture after this.
✓ I will look at those pictures or show those pictures later.
'Picture' should be plural ('pictures') to match 'those'. 'Watch' is not the typical verb for viewing photos; use 'look at' or 'view'. 'After this' is unnatural in this context; 'later' is better. Suggested improvement: ensure demonstratives ('those') match plural nouns and use correct verbs for actions with photos.
× I think I like urban area rather than rural area because urban area is more like countryside and there are more scenery can admire and more, uh, beautiful things.
✓ I think I prefer urban areas to rural areas because urban areas have more scenery to admire and more beautiful things.
When comparing preferences, 'prefer X to Y' is the correct structure, not 'like X rather than Y'. Also 'urban area' should be plural to match general preference. 'Scenery' is uncountable; the clause 'there are more scenery can admire' is ungrammatical — use 'have more scenery to admire'. Suggested improvement: use 'prefer A to B' and pluralize general nouns (urban areas, rural areas); structure relative phrases ('have more X to Y') correctly.
× urban area is more like countryside
✓ urban areas are less like the countryside
The student wrote 'urban area is more like countryside' which is contradictory and likely unintended. If intending contrast, say 'urban areas are less like the countryside' or 'urban areas are more modern than the countryside'. Also include the definite article with 'countryside' when comparing ('the countryside'). Suggested improvement: clarify intended comparison and use appropriate comparative adverbs/adjectives and articles.
× I think there's different views in many countries.
✓ I think there are different views in many countries.
'There is' contracts to 'there's' and requires a singular noun; here 'views' is plural, so use 'there are'. Suggested improvement: match 'there is/there are' to the number (singular/plural) of the noun that follows.
× There are different, there are various of scenery or geographic in different countries.
✓ There are different and various types of scenery or geography in different countries.
The phrase 'various of scenery' is incorrect; use 'various types of scenery' or simply 'various kinds of scenery'. 'Geographic' is an adjective and needs a noun ('geography' or 'geographical features'). Suggested improvement: use correct noun forms after 'various' and ensure adjectives modify nouns appropriately.
× So I think the view is different.
✓ So I think the views are different.
The student used singular 'view' after discussing multiple countries and multiple views; use plural 'views' to match context. Also 'So' at the start is acceptable, but ensure number agreement. Suggested improvement: ensure sentence elements agree in number and reflect the scope previously mentioned.