Band 5+: Is it a waste of time to take pictures with mobile phones

Your pronunciation is above average. However, you may find complexity in certain words challenging. Regular practice should aid in improvement.

The response addresses the question by providing different perspectives, which is a good approach for Part 3. However, the answer fluctuates between general observations and personal experience. To achieve a higher score, avoid using personal pronouns like 'I' or 'I never repeat them' and instead focus on general societal trends or human behavior (e.g., 'People often find that...' or 'It is generally considered...'). Additionally, ensure that the logic remains consistent; the argument that mobile photography is a 'waste of time' due to quality contradicts the later point that it is 'great' for capturing moments. Strengthening the logical connection between these opposing views would improve the coherence of the response.

The speaker attempts to present a balanced view (using 'it depends' and 'however'), which is good for Part 3. However, the coherence breaks down significantly towards the end. The phrase 'we can catch, we can date momentous when we And, Candid Momentus' shows a struggle to connect ideas, leading to fragmentation. To improve, work on using cohesive devices more smoothly and practice completing your thoughts without abrupt stops or restarts.

There is an attempt to use higher-level vocabulary such as 'special events' and 'candid,' but these are often misused or mispronounced (e.g., 'momentous' used as a noun instead of an adjective, and 'date' instead of 'document'). The word choice is somewhat repetitive. To reach a higher band, focus on collocations (e.g., 'capture a moment' instead of 'date momentous') and ensure you are using the correct word class (noun vs. adjective).

The speaker uses a mix of simple and complex structures, but there are frequent errors. For example, 'the quality of the pictures are not good' (subject-verb agreement error: quality is singular) and 'try to cameras' (incorrect preposition/verb usage). The sentence structures become fractured in the final third of the response. Aim for better control over subject-verb agreement and the use of relative clauses to extend your sentences accurately.