Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-09
IELTS Writing Task 2 question
Some people say that in the digital age, theatres and cinemas are no longer important as people can watch all the entertainment they want online. Others argue that theatres and cinemas are still important both economically and culturally.
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 6.0)
In the modern era, the majority of individuals believe that theatres and cinemas are not essential anymore. On the other hand, some people think that theatre and cinemas are still important in bot economically and culturally, I firmly agree with the statement which says it is still beneficial. On the one hand, society like to watch movies on online platforms rather than watching in theatres and cinemas. They just buy online streaming applications subscriptions to watch anytime anywhere. There is plethora of web series which is only available on online platforms. They think it is waste of time and money as the movie prices are equal to their whole month subscription. For example, people bought subscriptions of Netflix when a web series named Stranger Things released. it attracts the young generation to buy OTT membership. As a result, their interest shifts from theatres to online platforms. On the other hand, theatres and cinemas work as a best tool for economic and cultural boost. When they book movie tickets then they use public transport or their personal vehicle to reach out at movie theatre. They buy popcorns, soft drinks and eat out before or after shows which is very helpful in boosting local market economically. In addition, residents make plans to watch movies with their families. The parents encourage their children to watch traditional movies specifically with them. They give crucial knowledge about their cultures through traditional movies. In my opinion, theatres and cinemas are best way to boost economy and get knowledge about culture. In conclusion, Although, People like to watch movies through online platforms, but the benefits of theatres and cinemas cannot be neglected.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 6.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 6.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0
The response addresses all parts of the prompt, discussing both views and providing a clear personal opinion. The ideas are relevant, such as the economic impact of local businesses and the cultural value of traditional cinema. However, the development is somewhat limited; for instance, the argument regarding the economic boost could be further extended with more specific examples or deeper analysis. The position is consistent throughout, but the essay would benefit from a more nuanced exploration of the 'digital age' argument to reach a higher band. Overall, the task is fulfilled, but the depth of support for the arguments is somewhat basic.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The essay is organized into clear paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the progression of ideas. Cohesive devices are used, such as 'On the one hand', 'On the other hand', and 'In conclusion', which provide a logical structure. However, some transitions are mechanical or slightly awkward, such as the sentence starting with 'When they book movie tickets then they use...'. Additionally, the use of referencing is occasionally imprecise, and the flow between sentences could be smoother to improve the overall coherence. The paragraphing is appropriate, but the internal cohesion needs more variety and sophistication.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.0
The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, allowing the writer to convey their meaning clearly. There are some attempts at less common vocabulary, such as 'plethora' and 'essential', but there are also instances of awkward phrasing or incorrect collocations, such as 'reach out at movie theatre' and 'traditional movies specifically with them'. Some word choices are repetitive, and the range is somewhat limited. To improve, the student should focus on using more precise collocations and avoiding informal or slightly unnatural phrasing to demonstrate a more flexible control of language.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The essay contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While the meaning is generally clear, there are frequent grammatical errors, particularly with articles ('the movie prices', 'the theatres'), subject-verb agreement ('society like to watch'), and punctuation (the comma splice in the introduction). The use of articles is inconsistent throughout the text. While the errors do not prevent the reader from understanding the message, they are frequent enough to indicate a lack of full control over complex structures. More attention to proofreading for basic grammatical accuracy would be beneficial.
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