Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Cambridge IELTS 19 · 2026-08-15

IELTS Writing Task 2 question

Nowadays famous people are photographed by professional photographers everywhere they go. Some people say this is a good thing because the public are interested in their lives. Other people think that photographers are wrong to follow famous people.

Discuss both these 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 7.5)

In recent times, celebrities are often captured by media wherever they go. While some support this trend as they opine people are keen to follow their lives, others criticize it. In my view, it is a constant violation of their privacy and it negatively affects both celebrities and the public.

The dominant reason is that everyone has a fundamental right to privacy, and this should apply to singers, actors and sportsmen. Because fame does not strip away the right to privacy, they are still human beings who deserve a personal space. When media photographs them with their friends and families, it is no longer a professional reporting but an invasion of dignity. Such behaviour can also damage their mental wellbeing and ignite unnecessary rumours about their wealth and relationships. Such rumours not only mislead the society but also create unrealistic expectations in younger demographics.

On the contrary, there are some people who argue that it is beneficial for society and renowned personalities. Since politicians are in charge of public funds, strict scrutiny from the media by taking their pictures keeps them accountable for their actions. Furthermore, some celebrities also benefit if they are photographed at the right times. For instance, a French politician was recently photographed by media while playing soccer with young school students. When that picture went viral he instantly became famous among the youth of the country.

In conclusion, although there could be some merits of being photographed by media, I believe celebrities should not be expected to allow media intrusion as part of their fame. Protecting their personal lives is essential for their wellbeing and also to prevent rumours from spreading to the wider public. The media should only capture such people on public events and private matters should remain private.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5

The response addresses all parts of the prompt, discussing both sides of the argument and providing a clear personal opinion. The ideas are relevant and well-developed, particularly the distinction between public figures like politicians and celebrities. The argument regarding the right to privacy is logically extended with examples of mental wellbeing and societal impact. The position is consistent throughout the essay. To reach a higher band, the student could further refine the distinction between 'celebrities' and 'politicians' to ensure the focus remains strictly on the prompt's mention of 'famous people' while maintaining the depth of the analysis.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5

The essay is logically organized with a clear introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Each paragraph has a central topic, and the progression of ideas is smooth. Cohesive devices such as 'On the contrary', 'Furthermore', and 'In conclusion' are used effectively to link ideas. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the different viewpoints. The referencing is generally clear, though some minor improvements in the variety of transition words could make the flow even more natural and sophisticated.

Lexical Resource — Band 7.0

The vocabulary is sufficient and appropriate for the task. The student uses a range of topic-specific terms such as 'media intrusion', 'unrealistic expectations', 'strict scrutiny', and 'accountable'. There is an attempt to use less common vocabulary, which is generally successful. While the range is good, it could be further enhanced by incorporating more precise collocations or idiomatic expressions to demonstrate a higher level of lexical flexibility. The word choice is accurate and does not impede communication.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5

The essay demonstrates a good mix of simple and complex sentence structures. Most sentences are error-free, and the control of grammar and punctuation is generally strong. For instance, the use of conditional structures and complex noun phrases shows a good command of language. There are very few minor errors, such as 'mislead the society' (should be 'mislead society'), but these do not affect clarity. To achieve a higher score, the student should aim for more varied complex structures and ensure absolute precision in article usage.

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