Part 1
考官
Do you prefer sad or happy music?
考生
I preferred happy music. The more energetic it is, the more uh, it. It makes a mood more happier I think.
考官
Does happy music make you feel more excited?
考生
Yes, it does makes me feel excited. It actually, uh, it my mood was a bit off or something. It actually. Groom it a bit.
Do you prefer sad or happy music?
分數: 55.0建議: Be direct, use correct tense and avoid filler words. Start with a clear topic sentence, then give one or two specific reasons using linking words. Correct grammar (e.g., “I prefer” not “I preferred”; “happier” not “more happier”).
範例: I prefer happy music because it is energetic and lifts my spirits. For example, when I listen to upbeat songs, I feel more motivated and focused, so I usually choose them when I’m exercising or working.
Does happy music make you feel more excited?
分數: 50.0建議: Answer directly, fix grammar and sentence flow, and give a clear specific example. Use linking words such as “because” or “for example” and avoid fillers like “uh.” Correct verbs (e.g., “it makes me” not “it does makes me”; use present tense consistently).
範例: Yes, happy music definitely makes me feel more excited because the fast tempo and strong beat boost my energy. For example, if my mood is low, I put on an upbeat playlist and after a few songs I feel more positive and ready to start tasks.
× I preferred happy music.
✓ I prefer happy music.
The question is about a general preference in the present, so the student should use the simple present tense instead of the past. Use 'prefer' for habitual or general statements. Suggestion: Use simple present for general preferences: 'I prefer...'.
× The more energetic it is, the more uh, it.
✓ The more energetic it is, the happier it makes me.
The original sentence trails off and misuses structure. To compare effects, use a complete comparative clause and an object: 'The more energetic it is, the happier it makes me.' Suggestion: Complete the comparative structure and include the affected person or mood: '...it makes me.'
× It makes a mood more happier I think.
✓ It makes my mood happier, I think.
'More happier' is redundant; 'happier' is the comparative form and should not take 'more'. Also 'a mood' is unnatural here; use 'my mood'. Suggestion: Use the correct comparative ('happier') and appropriate possessive: 'It makes my mood happier.'
× Yes, it does makes me feel excited.
✓ Yes, it does make me feel excited.
After the auxiliary 'does', the main verb must be in the base form. 'Does makes' is incorrect; use 'does make'. Suggestion: Use base verb after 'do/does': 'does make'.
× It actually, uh, it my mood was a bit off or something.
✓ Actually, my mood was a bit off or something.
The original repeats 'it' and lacks a main verb for the second clause. Remove the extra 'it' and begin with 'Actually' to form a coherent sentence: 'Actually, my mood was a bit off.' Suggestion: Avoid unnecessary fillers and ensure each sentence has a subject and verb.
× It actually. Groom it a bit.
✓ It actually improved it a bit.
'Groom' is the wrong verb here. The intended meaning is that the music improved the mood, so use 'improved' or 'lifted'. Also combine into one coherent sentence: 'It actually improved it a bit.' Suggestion: Choose verbs that match the intended meaning (improve/lift/brighten) and use a single complete sentence.