Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-27
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 5.0)
Nowadays, in many countries individuals watching serials, movies and web series related to crime, Individuals have more interest in watching movies which contains scenes related to crime instead of other comedy and romantic movies. People buy the novels and books that have more crime information this trend is going forward in all the generations. In my opinion is not a negative and it should provide more general awareness in public as compare to other, this essay will provide reasons and the relevant examples.
To begin with, if the individuals watching the movies related to crime this will increase more awareness among them. Moreover, they watches the movie with more interest and tried to solve the suspense of movie which might be helpful in their daily life also. For example, according to an survey conducted by judicial court stated that people are more aware than past in their lives. Thus, watching and reading novels related to crime is good for individuals.
Furthermore, it contains more entertainment and it reduces boredom. people watching movies related to crime are more reduces the stress than other. To instance, according to an article presented by google stated that crime novels made a big impact on people's daily life , individuals are more living happy life than usual.
Hence, reading books and watching movies reduces the stress from human lives.
In conclusion, reading books, novels and watching movies related to crime creates more awareness and reduce boredom from human's life and it helps to all individuals to live more peacefully.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response addresses both parts of the prompt: why crime fiction is popular and the writer's opinion. However, the development of ideas is limited. The reasons provided—'awareness' and 'reducing boredom'—are somewhat repetitive and lack depth. The examples given, such as the 'survey conducted by judicial court' and the 'article presented by google', are vague and lack specific detail, which prevents the argument from being fully convincing. While the position is clear, the supporting evidence is underdeveloped, keeping the response at a Band 5 level for this criterion.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organized into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the use of cohesive devices is often mechanical or inaccurate (e.g., 'To instance', 'as compare to other'). There is some repetition of phrases, and the logical progression between sentences is occasionally disjointed. While the overall arrangement is coherent, the lack of sophisticated linking words and the repetitive nature of the transitions limit the flow of the essay. The referencing is sometimes unclear, making the connection between ideas feel forced at times.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and repetitive. Words like 'crime', 'movies', and 'individuals' are used frequently throughout the text. There are attempts to use more academic language, but these are often used incorrectly or in unnatural collocations, such as 'crime information' or 'more reduces the stress'. The range is sufficient to convey the basic message, but it lacks the precision and flexibility required for a higher band. Spelling is generally accurate, but the lack of variety in word choice is a significant constraint.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The essay relies heavily on simple sentence structures. When the writer attempts complex sentences, there are frequent grammatical errors, such as subject-verb agreement issues ('they watches', 'individuals are more living happy life') and incorrect preposition usage. Punctuation is also inconsistent, with some run-on sentences and missing commas. While the meaning is generally clear, the high frequency of errors in basic grammar and the limited variety of structures prevent the essay from reaching a higher band. The errors are noticeable and occasionally cause difficulty for the reader.
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