Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Recent IELTS Exams (Canada & India) · 2026-08-22
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 5.0)
Some individuals belief that old buildings should be preserved, such as city halls and art museums, despite the fact that tthis can be expensive. While, others think that authorities should replace them with new modern buildings. This essay will discuss the both point of views and suggest some pragmatic reasons to adrress the issue.
To begin with, the preservation of historic buildings such as city halls and art museums enables people to learn about their past and cultural heritage, thereby benefiting future generations. For instance, historical museums and old city halls can attract visitors and promote tourism and economic benefits because historic buildings can become major tourist attractions. However, some old buildings have unique architectural designs and craftsmanship that are difficult to reproduce today. Therefore, preserving them can maintain the character of a city. While, other prespective can also provide benefits, if government replace them with new, modern buildings. For instance,
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 4.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.0
The response is significantly under the required word count of 250 words, reaching only 151 words. This failure to meet the length requirement severely limits the development of ideas. While the essay introduces both sides of the argument, the discussion is incomplete, and the student fails to provide their own opinion as requested by the prompt. The essay ends abruptly mid-sentence, meaning the task is only partially addressed. To improve, you must ensure you fully develop each point with supporting evidence and reach the minimum word count to allow for a balanced and comprehensive discussion.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay shows some attempt at logical organization, using transition signals like 'To begin with' and 'However'. However, the abrupt ending and the lack of a conclusion disrupt the overall flow and coherence of the text. Paragraphing is present, but the incomplete nature of the final paragraph makes the structure feel unfinished. To achieve a higher score, ensure that your ideas are fully developed within each paragraph and that you provide a clear, logical progression that leads to a definitive conclusion.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary used is generally appropriate for the topic, with terms like 'cultural heritage', 'architectural designs', and 'craftsmanship'. However, there are some minor errors, such as 'belief' instead of 'believe' and 'prespective' instead of 'perspective'. The range is somewhat limited due to the brevity of the response. To improve, try to incorporate more varied and precise vocabulary related to urban planning and historical preservation, and ensure you proofread for basic word-form errors.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The essay contains several grammatical errors, such as 'discuss the both point of views' (should be 'both points of view') and 'if government replace them' (should be 'if governments replace them'). There is an attempt to use complex sentence structures, but these are often marred by errors in subject-verb agreement and word choice. The punctuation is generally acceptable, but the overall control of grammar is inconsistent. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and the correct use of articles would significantly improve the clarity and accuracy of your writing.
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