Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-18
IELTS Writing Task 2 question
Access to clean water is a basic human right. Therefore every home should have a water supply that is provided free of charge.
Do you agree or disagree?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Student answer (Band 6.0)
Access to clean water is a basic human right and every home should have a water supply that is provided free of charge but, somehow it takes charges. Some people argue that every household should receive a free water supply. well, i am agree on this thought that basic human rights should be free off cost.
On one hand, provided a good amount of clean water can improve a health position to a citizen since, food , body cleaning , clothes and every daily routine need a good amount of clean water. It also impact on human mindset and behavior. For example, Japan has that much clean water that in sewer of Japan fishes are seen without any efforts. As a result, people of that country can drink water directly from tap. In addition to this, health of individuals is very good compare to India.
On other hand, making all water completely cost free could encourage unnecessary consumption. If people do not pay for water then it may cause waste of water. For instance, because of free source people may leave tap running or using excessive amount of water in daily routine. Additionally, gardens and other plants need more water and care as a result , government need sufficient funds to maintain these services due to cost.
In conclusion, provide every house free amount of water is not solution rather than this government should provide a sufficient amount of water. A combination of free basic provision and charges for excessive consumption would be a fairer and more sustainable solution.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 6.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 6.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0
The response addresses all parts of the prompt, presenting a clear position that balances the human right to water with the practical need for conservation. The ideas are relevant, such as the mention of health benefits and the potential for waste if water is free. However, the development is somewhat limited. The example of Japan is a bit anecdotal and could be more effectively linked to the argument. The conclusion provides a balanced solution, which demonstrates a good understanding of the task requirements. To reach a higher band, ensure that arguments are more deeply explored with more sophisticated reasoning rather than relying on simple examples.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The essay is logically organized into paragraphs, each with a clear focus. There is a progression of ideas from the introduction to the body paragraphs and the conclusion. Cohesive devices are used, such as 'On one hand', 'In addition to this', and 'In conclusion', which help guide the reader. However, some transitions feel a bit mechanical or slightly awkward, such as 'but, somehow it takes charges'. The referencing is generally clear, though the flow between sentences could be smoother to achieve a more natural, sophisticated structure.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is adequate for the task but lacks the precision and range required for higher bands. There are some instances of awkward phrasing, such as 'improve a health position to a citizen' and 'free off cost'. While the meaning is clear, the word choices are often basic or slightly unnatural. To improve, focus on using more precise collocations and academic vocabulary. For example, instead of 'improve a health position', consider 'enhance public health outcomes'. The range is sufficient to communicate the argument, but it does not demonstrate a high level of flexibility or stylistic awareness.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The essay uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. However, there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally distract the reader, such as 'well, i am agree on this thought' (should be 'I agree with this idea') and 'provide every house free amount of water is not solution' (missing articles and subject-verb agreement issues). Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with comma placement. While the errors do not impede overall communication, they are persistent enough to prevent a higher score. Focusing on subject-verb agreement, article usage, and sentence variety would significantly improve the quality of the writing.
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