Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · IELTS Momentum Workout · 2026-08-18
IELTS Writing Task 2 question
In many parts of the world girls and boys are educated together in co-educational or mixed schools. Some people think that girls and boys benefit from being educated separately in single-sex schools. To what extent do you agree with this view?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience. Write at least 250 words.
Student answer (Band 5.5)
In alot of countries girls and boys are getting education in the same educational institutes.Many individuals argue that there should be schools allocated to both of these genders differently.i strongly disagree with this Believe because with the indulgence of both of these genders a world can be better place moreover it is vital for both of them to build confidence by studying with each other.
To begin with, nowdays students studying in same gender schools has became a very hot topic as it is important for these genders to build confidence for each other.Many of the girls and boys can't even conservate with each other confidently because of the lack of interaction with each other if they proceeds to make these genders reluctant against each other it will be very difficult for them to further process in life.for example,many of boys in south asia can't even basically talk to a girl because they're been studied spereatly from each other from childhood, furthermore this can have very detrimental effects on their relationship in future.
In addition,past generation have been dealing with anxiety, depression and low confidence issues from a decade.As,past generation have studied in this system made by religion rules.which end up making unable to progress in real life because as they grow they have to interact at the end of the day for the purpose of workplace, meetings and office work.This stereotype made the men of past generation quite reluctant on how to precieve women.
To put in a nutshell,It is quite important to spread the awareness of same gender schools that they are quite crucial for the upbringing and well-being of future generation.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response addresses the prompt by taking a clear position against single-sex education. However, the development of ideas is limited. While you mention the importance of confidence and future workplace interaction, the arguments are somewhat repetitive and lack depth. The examples provided, such as the mention of South Asia, are relevant but could be expanded to better support your stance. To reach a higher band, ensure that each paragraph introduces a distinct, well-supported point rather than restating the same concept of 'confidence' multiple times. The conclusion is also quite brief and does not fully synthesize the points made in the body paragraphs.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organized into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the use of cohesive devices is often mechanical or inaccurate. For instance, 'As,past generation have studied in this system made by religion rules' is a fragmented sentence that disrupts the flow. Transitions like 'To begin with' and 'In addition' are used, but the logical progression between sentences is sometimes weak due to grammatical errors. Referencing is occasionally unclear, making it difficult to track the subject matter. Improving the variety and accuracy of linking words will significantly enhance the coherence of your writing.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task but lacks the precision and range required for higher bands. There are several instances of incorrect word choice, such as 'conservate' (instead of 'converse') and 'precieve' (instead of 'perceive'). Additionally, some phrases are awkward, such as 'indulgence of both of these genders'. While you attempt to use some academic vocabulary, the spelling errors and misuse of words occasionally impede the clarity of your message. Focusing on learning common collocations and checking your spelling will help you express your ideas more effectively.
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 affect readability. Common issues include subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'students... has became'), incorrect verb forms (e.g., 'they're been studied'), and punctuation errors, such as missing spaces after periods and incorrect capitalization. These errors are persistent throughout the text. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring that subjects and verbs agree, and refining your use of articles and prepositions. Reducing these frequent slips will allow your ideas to be communicated more clearly.
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