Band 5+: Do you use social media? If so, how much time do you spend on it each day?

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

The answer partially addresses the question but contains some logical inconsistencies. The question asks 'how much time' (a duration), but the response provides a specific time of day ('around 5 o'clock'). To improve, ensure the response directly addresses the quantity of time requested, such as 'two hours' or 'most of my afternoon.' Additionally, try to maintain a clearer connection between your ideas; the mention of reading a book is a good attempt at elaboration, but it should be more clearly linked to how you manage your social media usage or your daily routine.

The answer is quite brief and lacks the development required for higher bands. While you attempted to provide a reason and an alternative, the connection between '5 o'clock' and the amount of time spent is unclear (it sounds like you are referring to a specific time of day rather than a duration). To improve, use more cohesive devices like 'However,' 'Instead of,' or 'Consequently,' and try to expand on your ideas to show a smoother flow of thought.

The vocabulary used is very basic (e.g., 'a lot of works', 'use it much'). There is a significant error in the usage of 'works' (work is uncountable in this context) and '5 o'clock' (which refers to time, not duration). To reach a higher band, try to use more precise collocations such as 'scrolling through social media,' 'distractions,' 'academic responsibilities,' or 'limiting my screen time.'

There are several grammatical inaccuracies that impede meaning. You used the past tense 'spent' instead of the present tense 'spend' for a habitual action. The phrase 'I use it much' is grammatically incorrect; it should be 'I use it a lot' or 'I use it extensively.' Additionally, 'try study' should be 'try to study.' Focus on mastering subject-verb agreement and the use of infinitives/gerunds.