As international chain brands continue to expand globally, commercial districts in many cities have come to present strikingly similar landscapes. Some argue that this cultural homogenization undermines local distinctiveness, while others contend that the cultural fusion brought about by globalization precisely reflects the progress of the times. In your view, what attitude should be adopted toward this trend? Please elaborate on your perspective and support it with specific examples from particular countries or regions.
IELTS Writing Task 2 Band Descriptors
Task Response: Address all parts of the task, present a clear position, support ideas with evidence
Coherence and Cohesion: Logical paragraphing, clear progression, appropriate linking devices
Lexical Resource: Wide range of vocabulary, accurate and natural collocations
Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Variety of sentence structures, error-free grammar
Overall band score is 0-9, each criterion weighted equally.
Answering Tips
Spend 5 minutes planning your position and main arguments
Use the structure: Introduction - Body 1 - Body 2 - Concession - Conclusion
Develop each body paragraph with: topic sentence + explanation + example + summary
Use a variety of linking words, avoid repetition
Reserve 5 minutes at the end to check grammar and spelling