Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 19 · 2026-09-04

IELTS Writing Task 2 question

In many countries nowadays, consumers can go to a supermarket and buy food produced all over the world.

Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

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

Student answer (Band 5.0)

In numerous countries, a considerable debat has been rised that, these days people prefer to go supermarkets to buy food products all over the world.while significant proportion of population, believe it is positive change although some people argues on it. Subsequently it have both pors and cons furthermore we will discuss both perspective in this essay, before representing my own opinion.

To begin with, widely people believe that supermarkets have been incresed all over the world because of exprots and inports. Consequently many countries have cold wheather whole year, although some vegetable and furit can not grow there then that thigs not available in local markets. Subsequently those are necessay because furits and vegetables gives nutrients just like mango, apple and date. However, we could easily find those things on shelf of super markets. In addition, many countries in this day and age import coffee from colimia also due supermarkets we are getting different kinds of food like maxican, Italian, and japanies.

In contrast, other argues on it whether if we depend on global food it can effect on our local foods which is totaly wrong because supermarkets support both of them. Although give variety of food to customer allowing him to make a choice according to their needs. However, farmer have stable market for fresh and sesional furits.

In conclusion, According to fact and figures and reports claim that supermarket have lot of advantages rather than disadvantages because it very useful thing which is locally not available. Moreover supermarkets have been giving good quality things in affortable price.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response addresses the prompt by discussing the availability of global food products in supermarkets. However, the development of ideas is limited. While you mention both sides of the argument, the points are often under-developed or lack clarity, such as the vague reference to 'fact and figures' in the conclusion. The position is stated, but the reasoning lacks depth and specific examples to support the arguments effectively. To improve, ensure each paragraph focuses on a single clear idea supported by a logical explanation or a concrete example, rather than listing multiple points briefly.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The essay is organised into paragraphs, which is a positive step. However, the use of cohesive devices is often mechanical or inaccurate, such as the repetitive use of 'subsequently' and 'however' at the start of sentences where they do not logically fit. The progression of ideas is sometimes difficult to follow due to these awkward transitions and grammatical errors. Referencing is occasionally unclear, making it hard to track the flow of the argument. Improving the variety and accuracy of linking words will help create a smoother, more logical flow between your ideas.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary range is limited and there are frequent spelling errors throughout the text, such as 'debat', 'rised', 'incresed', 'exprots', 'inports', 'furit', 'colimia', and 'affortable'. These errors, combined with word choice issues like 'totaly wrong' and 'giving good quality things', indicate a restricted range of vocabulary. While the meaning is generally understandable, the lack of precision and the high frequency of spelling mistakes prevent the essay from reaching a higher band. Focusing on learning the correct spelling of common academic terms and using more precise collocations would be beneficial.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The essay relies heavily on simple sentence structures, and attempts at complex sentences are often marred by grammatical errors. There are frequent issues with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'people argues', 'supermarket have'), article usage, and sentence fragments. Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with comma usage. The high frequency of errors often requires the reader to re-read sentences to grasp the intended meaning. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring subjects and verbs agree, and practicing the correct use of articles and prepositions.

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