Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-07-26
IELTS Writing Task 2 question
In many countries today, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Student answer (Band 6.0)
To begin with as the era changes people changes , Nowadays technology is getting more advanced and everyone likes it . it doesn't matter which country is . the crime rate are rising above day by day . just to explain it deeply some novels has been published. there are plenty of tv shows which are based on crime world. These are getting popular because people love thrill some people watch or read the stories related to crime because they want to stay alert.
Furthermore According to my point of view these tv shows drama or novels are coming popular nowadays is good so that people can watch or read that how the people getting victimize .
For instance, I have a horrible experience related to the topic writing now I am discussing on Earlier I did not use to believe these shows i used to think all the stories shown are fiction based until it happened with me . My mother was watching some episode on the channel Sony Tv the serial name was Crime Patrol in that episode a robbery was happening . In the evening I was alone at home an unknown woman rang the bell I opened the door she asked for help that her phone battery has gone she need to make a call . Luckily my brother and mother returned from market at the same then the lady ran from our house. Next day we came to know that lady was with a robbery gang.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 6.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 6.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0
The response addresses both parts of the prompt: reasons for popularity and a personal opinion. However, the development of ideas is limited. The explanation for why these shows are popular is brief, focusing mainly on the desire to 'stay alert.' The personal opinion is presented, but it lacks depth and critical analysis. The response relies heavily on a single personal anecdote rather than a broader discussion of the genre's appeal or societal impact. To improve, you should expand on your arguments with more detailed reasoning and explore different perspectives on why crime fiction is a global phenomenon.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The essay is divided into paragraphs, but the logical progression is weak. The transition between the introduction and the body paragraphs is abrupt. While some cohesive devices like 'Furthermore' and 'For instance' are used, they are sometimes applied mechanically or incorrectly. The referencing is occasionally unclear, such as in the sentence 'I have a horrible experience related to the topic writing now I am discussing on.' The overall structure lacks a clear conclusion, which makes the essay feel unfinished. Improving the use of linking words and ensuring each paragraph has a clear topic sentence would enhance the flow significantly.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is basic and repetitive. Phrases like 'getting more advanced' and 'getting popular' are used, which lack precision. There are several instances of awkward phrasing and word choice errors, such as 'the crime rate are rising above day by day' and 'how the people getting victimize.' The range of vocabulary is limited to everyday language, and there is little attempt to use topic-specific terminology related to media, psychology, or literature. To achieve a higher band, you should focus on learning collocations and more sophisticated synonyms for common verbs and adjectives.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The essay contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede readability. There are issues with subject-verb agreement ('the crime rate are rising'), article usage, and sentence structure. Many sentences are run-on or fragmented, such as 'it doesn't matter which country is.' Punctuation is also inconsistent, with missing commas and incorrect capitalization. While there is an attempt to use complex sentences, they are often faulty, leading to confusion. Focusing on basic sentence construction, ensuring correct verb tenses, and proofreading for punctuation errors will help improve your accuracy.
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