Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Recent IELTS Exams (Canada & India) · 2026-07-30

IELTS Writing Task 2 question

Some people believe that old buildings, such as town halls and art galleries, should be restored, even though this can be costly. Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Student answer (Band 5.5)

People have different views about whether Some people believe that old buildings, such as town halls and art galleries, should be restored, even though this can be costly. Or Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings is better. While some people believe others argue that Some people believe that old buildings, such as town halls and art galleries, should be restored, even though this can be costly. This essay will discuss both perspectives before explaining why I believe Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings.

On the one hand, many people think that Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings. The main reason is that Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings. As a result, (Benefit/Explanation). For example, (Example). Therefore, supporters of this view believe that

On the other hand, others argue that Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings. Because Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings. This can (Benefit/Explanation). For instance, (Example). I agree with this viewpoint because Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings. and Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings. Therefore, I believe that Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings. is more practical and beneficial.

Conclusion

In conclusion, although some people believe that Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings. others prefer Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings. After considering both arguments, I believe that Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings. because it offers greater long-term benefits.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5

The response fails to address the task requirements because it is almost entirely composed of repetitive, copied phrases from the prompt. By repeatedly inserting the phrase 'Others argue that governments should replace them with new, modern buildings' and using placeholders like '(Benefit/Explanation)', the essay lacks any original content, logical development, or personal opinion. It does not discuss the merits of restoration versus replacement in any meaningful way. Consequently, the response does not fulfill the basic requirements of the task, as it lacks coherent ideas and fails to provide a genuine argument or relevant examples. This results in a very low score for task achievement.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

While the essay follows a standard structure (introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion), the internal coherence is non-existent. The text is highly repetitive, and the use of placeholders makes the logical progression of ideas impossible to follow. There is no meaningful flow of information, and the cohesive devices are used in a mechanical and nonsensical manner. The paragraphing is present, but it does not serve to organize a coherent argument. The lack of original content makes it impossible to assess the student's ability to manage logical sequencing or paragraphing effectively.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary is extremely limited because the student has relied almost exclusively on copying the prompt. There is no evidence of a range of vocabulary, nor any attempt to use less common items or demonstrate precision. The repetitive nature of the text means that the same few words are used over and over again. Because the content is not original, it is impossible to evaluate the student's ability to use lexical resources to convey meaning or express complex ideas. The vocabulary is restricted to the words provided in the task instructions.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The grammatical range is severely limited. The sentences are either direct copies of the prompt or fragmented structures containing placeholders. There is no evidence of complex sentence structures or grammatical control. While the copied sentences are grammatically correct in isolation, the overall text is nonsensical due to the repetitive insertion of phrases. The frequent use of placeholders and the lack of original sentence construction prevent an assessment of grammatical accuracy or range, as the student has not produced their own coherent sentences.

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