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Band 7+: Has globalisation affected small businesses in your locality?

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As far as I'm concerned, globalization has had a significant impact on small businesses in my locality. Whether this impact is positive or negative depends on the specific industry. For example, businesses involved in tourism and travel have seen increased profits due to globalization, as people are traveling more and countries are becoming more interconnected. However, other small businesses may face challenges from increased competition from global companies.

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As far as I am concerned, globalization has had a significant impact on small businesses in my locality. Whether this impact is positive or negative depends on the specific industries. For example, businesses inv involved in tourism and travel have seen increased profits due to globalization as, uh, people are, uh, traveling more and countries are being more interconnected. However, other small businesses may face challenges from increased competition from global companies.

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globalization: 2

impact: 2

small: 2

increased: 2

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Pronunciation

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Task Response

The answer is well-structured and addresses the question directly. The student provides a clear and balanced perspective on the impact of globalization on small businesses, acknowledging both positive and negative effects. The example of tourism and travel is relevant and well-explained. The student could have further elaborated on the challenges faced by small businesses due to globalization, but the answer is still strong.

Fluency & Coherence

The student speaks fluently with only a few minor hesitations, such as "uh." The answer is well-organized and coherent, with clear transitions between ideas. The student could improve fluency by using more natural pauses and avoiding unnecessary fillers.

Lexical Resource

The student uses a wide range of vocabulary, including "significant impact," "specific industry," "increased profits," and "interconnected." The vocabulary is precise and appropriate for the topic. The student could further enhance their lexical resource by using more sophisticated synonyms and idiomatic expressions.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The student demonstrates a good command of grammar, using a variety of structures, including complex sentences with subordinate clauses. There are a few minor grammatical errors, such as "inv involved" instead of "involved." Overall, the grammar is accurate and contributes to the clarity and fluency of the answer.

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