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Band 7+: The map below shows the changes in an american town between 1954 and 2014. summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant

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The image contains two graphic representations of an American town, one from 1954 and another from 2014, showing changes over time. In 1954, the town had a canal and river running through it, with a main road adjacent to houses and a park running perpendicular to the river; parallel to the main road were a secondary road and railway line, with factories situated between the railway and river. By 2014, the secondary road had been expanded into a dual carriageway, the park had been replaced by a shopping center, a new sports center existed where factories once stood, and an airport had been constructed beyond the railway to the east.

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Both images illustrate the changes in an American town from 1954 to 2014.

Overall, it is clear that the town experienced significant urbanisation over the 60 years. There were several changes such as adding more commercial buildings and new facilities like an airport and a sports stadium, while the number of factories decreased.

The most noticeable additions are an airport and a sports stadium. Factories have been replaced by an airport and other new facilities. The park has been turned into a supermarket, while the nearby residential houses have been replaced with commercial buildings. Likewise, the local supermarket and a sports stadium demonstrate correction and redevelopment into a commercial building and sports stadium.

On other hand, the river and the bridge remained unchanged throughout the period. Similarly, natural features remain relatively untouched, and the petrol stations stayed almost the same. The main road has been improved, with new streets connecting to the airport and commercial zone

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Task Response

The report covers the main changes and continuities between the two maps, providing an overview of the town's development. However, there are some areas for improvement. The description of specific locations and changes could be more precise and detailed. For example, instead of saying 'Factories have been replaced by an airport and other new facilities,' you could specify the exact location of the new facilities and how they relate to the former factories. Also, the report could benefit from a more structured approach, perhaps grouping changes by area or type (e.g., commercial, residential, transport). Finally, ensure that all statements are fully supported by the visual information.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is generally well-organized with a clear overview and main points. However, the connection between some sentences could be smoother. For example, in the third paragraph, the transition between the park being turned into a supermarket and the nearby residential houses being replaced with commercial buildings could be more explicit. Consider using cohesive devices to link ideas more effectively.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is adequate and appropriate for the task. Terms like 'urbanisation,' 'commercial buildings,' and 'facilities' are well-chosen. However, there's room to enhance the range and sophistication of the vocabulary. For instance, instead of repeatedly using 'new facilities,' try to incorporate synonyms or more descriptive phrases to add depth to the description.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report demonstrates a good command of grammar, with a variety of sentence structures used. There are a few minor errors, such as subject-verb agreement or awkward phrasing, but these do not significantly impede understanding. Pay close attention to proofreading to catch these small errors. For example, 'On other hand' should be 'On the other hand'.

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