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 many nations, some individuals don't want to throw their used things away as much as it is possible. It could be because of several reasons, but I will discuss some main points and also a solution for how we can avoid this issue.
In today's fast-growing society, many people still believe that old things are gold, even though they are not using them. They don't recycle their old things because they have many memories with their belongings. for instance, they just keep the rubbish with them and also purchase some more new things for their family and never recycle old things. As per I understand, they had a lots of memories of their loved once with those things but they are rubbish as they are not in anyone's use.
To avoid this kind if things people really need to get move on and don't need to be get stressed in this kind of situation. They need to enjoy or live in the present moment and stop thinking about old memories as old memories are only good if they enjoy the present moment and don't get addicted to it. But this kind of situation can get stressful. Individuals in every nation need to recycle things as much as possible instead of filling their homes with rubbish.
In conclusion, people don't need to be stuck in one thing or belongings, as there are many new and advanced things in the market and if they recycle the waste material and production company can make many new things with that rubbish.
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 addresses both parts of the prompt, but the development of ideas is weak and somewhat tangential. The focus on 'sentimental attachment to objects' as the primary reason for not recycling is a narrow interpretation of the issue, ignoring broader systemic factors like lack of infrastructure, convenience, or government policy. The solutions provided are vague and focus more on personal psychological advice ('get move on', 'live in the present') rather than practical, societal, or environmental strategies. Consequently, the response lacks the depth and breadth required for a higher band score.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organized into paragraphs, but the progression of ideas is disjointed. Cohesive devices are used, but they are often repetitive or used incorrectly, such as 'for instance' starting a sentence without proper integration. The referencing is sometimes unclear, particularly in the second paragraph where the connection between 'memories' and 'rubbish' is not logically developed. Paragraphing is present, but the internal structure of the paragraphs lacks a clear logical flow, making the argument feel somewhat circular.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and often repetitive. Phrases like 'old things', 'rubbish', and 'new things' are used frequently, indicating a lack of range. There are also errors in word choice and collocation, such as 'loved once' (should be 'loved ones') and 'get move on'. The language is generally simple and lacks the precision or variety needed to discuss the topic of recycling effectively. While the meaning is generally conveyed, the lack of sophisticated vocabulary restricts the score.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The essay contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. Examples include 'as per I understand' (incorrect phrasing), 'don't need to be get stressed' (incorrect verb form), and 'if they recycle the waste material and production company can make' (missing articles and awkward syntax). Punctuation is also inconsistent, with some run-on sentences. The frequency of these errors suggests a lack of control over more complex grammatical forms.
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