Band 7+: Do you spend too much time on social media?

Your pronunciation is quite good. Working on consistency and tackling difficult sounds may enhance clarity.

The answer directly addresses the question and provides a clear, well-reasoned explanation for the behavior mentioned. The candidate goes beyond a simple 'yes' or 'no' by elaborating on the underlying reasons, such as addiction and the role of algorithms. To maintain this level of performance, continue to use specific vocabulary (e.g., 'algorithm', 'specifically designed') to support your points.

You answered the question directly and maintained a good flow. However, there is some repetition of the phrase 'social media' (used four times in a very short span), which affects the coherence and makes the speech feel slightly circular. To improve, use pronouns (like 'it' or 'these platforms') or synonyms to avoid redundancy.

You used some good topical vocabulary such as 'addicted' and 'algorithm.' To reach a Band 8 or 9, you should avoid repeating the same noun repeatedly. Instead of saying 'social media' multiple times, you could use terms like 'digital platforms,' 'social networking sites,' or 'online communities.' Additionally, 'literally addicted' is a bit informal; while acceptable in Part 1, using 'highly engaged with' or 'consumed by' could show more range.

Your grammar is generally accurate, and you successfully used a complex structure ('...designed to give me videos which I like'). The main issue in the raw transcript was the slight confusion between 'It's' (it is) and 'Its' (possessive), though this is often a spoken slip. To improve, try to incorporate more varied structures, such as conditional sentences (e.g., 'If I didn't have my phone, I probably wouldn't be so distracted').