Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 19 · 2026-08-30
IELTS Writing Task 2 question
More and more people nowadays visit well-known places to take photographs of themselves, without looking at the place.
Why do you think this is happening?
Is it a positive or a negative trend?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Student answer (Band 5.0)
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In this contemparty era, now this become a tread instead of taking the pictures of an emient places, people click their own numous memories. This essay intends to shed some light why this happen, also describe my view point.
Commencing with the reasons why people click their own pictures rather than capture the memories of visiting place. Firstly, individual love to show their pictures on social media so they get more comments and likes which helps them to enhance their followers. Another reason is sometimes they met after long time and they get together so they want a momemories and they are able to see them whenever they want. Hence, to get more fame and collect lifelong memories individuals prefer to click their own photoes.
However, I believe that it is negative trend because when we all get a time to visit any well-known place rather than click photoes instead people have to explore them and have to enjoy their precious time with their family members and friends. For example: when I went to any famous place with my family, usually my husband ask me to switch off the phone and have to enjoy with family and children to collect lifelong experience. Moreover, when people are busy to clic
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 fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 250 words, which significantly impacts the development of ideas. While the essay addresses both parts of the prompt—explaining the reasons for the trend and providing an opinion—the arguments are underdeveloped. The conclusion is missing entirely, as the text cuts off mid-sentence. The ideas regarding social media validation and memory preservation are relevant but lack sufficient depth or illustrative support. To improve, you must ensure all parts of the prompt are fully explored and that the essay reaches the required length to allow for a comprehensive discussion and a clear, finished conclusion.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay shows some attempt at logical organization, using basic transition signals like 'Commencing with' and 'However'. However, the progression of ideas is hindered by the incomplete nature of the text. Paragraphing is present, but the abrupt ending disrupts the overall flow. Referencing is sometimes unclear, and the use of cohesive devices is mechanical rather than fluid. To achieve a higher band, focus on using a wider variety of linking words and ensure that each paragraph transitions smoothly into the next, leading to a well-structured conclusion that summarizes your main points.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and contains several spelling errors, such as 'contemparty' (contemporary), 'tread' (trend), 'emient' (eminent), 'numous' (numerous), and 'momemories' (memories). These errors occasionally distract the reader. While you attempt to use some topic-specific vocabulary like 'social media' and 'well-known place', the range is not sufficient to demonstrate flexibility or precision. To improve, focus on learning the correct spelling of common academic words and try to incorporate more sophisticated synonyms to avoid repetition and enhance the quality of your expression.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
There are frequent grammatical errors throughout the text, including issues with subject-verb agreement ('this become a tread', 'individual love'), article usage, and sentence structure. Many sentences are simple or contain structural errors that impede clarity, such as 'this essay intends to shed some light why this happen'. The incomplete sentence at the end also demonstrates a lack of control over complex structures. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring correct verb tenses, and proofreading for common errors like missing articles or incorrect pluralization.
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