Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · IELTS General Essentials · 2026-08-20
IELTS Writing Task 2 question
In many countries, people do not recycle their rubbish as much as they could.
Why do you think this is?
What can be done to change this?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Student answer (Band 5.0)
In today’s modern world, this issue of litters are not recycled by individuals in many nations. In this essay i will point out some reasons of this problem and give several some positive methods to solve it.
There are a wide range of reasons why people do not want to reuse the waste . One of which is that, people make use of a lot of plastic bags and cups which are used one time for selling. In addition, it is very cheap and convenient so, they do not need to reuse tiwce time. For example ,A recently survey showed that 67 % people who used plastic bags that put items in it. After using them, they would throw them away.
Another reason is that they are lazy. To be more besefit when people consume food, they would make many letter which could recycle such as make something to decorate the house or reuse to store something. Dispite, it has a lot of usefull, they are so lazy to use them more effectively.
In conclusion,
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The essay presents a clear understanding of the task. However, it lacks sufficient depth in both the reasons for not recycling and the proposed solutions. The points made, such as laziness and convenience of plastics, are relevant, but the discussion is superficial and not elaborated clearly. The conclusion is incomplete, which detracts from the overall task fulfillment. Therefore, while the student's intentions are recognized, the response does not fully meet the criteria for Task Achievement. Overall, this aligns with a band score of 5 for Task Achievement.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The coherence and cohesion of the essay are evident in the logical progression of ideas. However, transitions and linking words could be improved. Phrases like "In addition" are used, but the overall flow is interrupted by errors and unclear wording, such as "make many letter which could recycle". The paragraph structure is basic, lacking varied cohesive devices, which affects clarity. Overall, the response can be rated as a Band 5 for coherence and cohesion, as it presents ideas but lacks smooth transitions.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The lexical resource is somewhat limited, with frequent use of basic vocabulary. Phrases like "make use of a lot of plastic bags" and "they would throw them away" reflect a basic level of linguistic capability. There are several spelling errors (e.g., "litters" instead of "litter" and "besefit" instead of "benefit") which impact understanding. To enhance lexical resource, the writer should consider varying word choice and using more precise terms. Overall, this response aligns with Band 5 for Lexical Resource.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The grammatical range is limited, demonstrated by simple sentence structures and numerous grammatical errors, such as incorrect verb forms and subject-verb agreement issues. Phrases like "are not recycled by individuals in many nations" are awkwardly structured, and there are errors in how sentences are constructed, reducing clarity and readability. Although some complex structures are attempted, they are often flawed. This performance suggests a Band 5 for Grammatical Range and Accuracy.
Overall feedback
Your essay identifies relevant reasons why people do not recycle, such as convenience and laziness, and suggests some potential solutions. However, to strengthen your writing, aim to provide more detailed examples and fully develop your ideas. Work on expanding your vocabulary to include more precise terms and phrases, and ensure that your sentences are grammatically correct and varied in structure. Consider organizing your ideas with clearer linking words to enhance coherence. Lastly, make sure to conclude your essay effectively to wrap up your points clearly.
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