Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-22

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)

Some argue that, nowadays, as everyone can watch all the entertainment online so theatres are not needed. Others comment that theatres are essential both economically and culturally. We know that online platforms provide cheap and easy alternatives. But cinemas give an experience memorable for life and also do justice to the creators financially. In my opinion a big event that is experienced with a big audience can never be forgotten. So I am standing with the theatres.

According to some people theatres are not essential because of their cheap and efficient alternatives available online. They have a point in calling online media efficient and easy to access because one can watch something on his own TV rather than going to a cinema. He can also get access to hundreds of movies and series by just paying a price that he would have to pay in a cinema just to watch a single movie. For instance, consider a person who has arrived home from a hectic job. Why would he desire to go to the cinema when he can just sit on his own sofa and watch the same title without any of the extra hassle?

Some people believe that cinemas are convenient both economically and culturally. They believe that cinema gives justice to a creator who had worked really hard to make a piece of content. It also helps the whole economy. The cultural impact of cinema is second to none. Watching a movie with a group of people completely changes the whole experience. For example, we can watch a world cup final sitting on our comfortable sofas in our own houses. But, it is never about a comfortable seat. A person who watched the match live with thousands of people will never forget the match. He will also share the story with his kids.

When I think about this, I find myself standing on with the second argument. I remember a movie that I saw in the cinema named ''Avengers Endgame''. It generated a revenue of 1.9 Billion dollars which could have never been possible if it was released on the digital media. It had been 5 years since that movie released and my cousin still regrets that he did not see that movie in the cinema with me.

To sum up, I would like to say that both of the arguments have their own strong points one prefers comfort over experience and other wants to experience the craft with a shared audience. I lean towards the latter.

AI examiner evaluation

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 convenience of online streaming versus the communal experience of cinemas. However, the development of these ideas is somewhat simplistic. For instance, the economic argument is mentioned but not deeply explored beyond a single example of box office revenue. To reach a higher band, the essay would benefit from more sophisticated analysis of the cultural and economic nuances, rather than relying on personal anecdotes like the 'Avengers Endgame' example. The position is consistent throughout, but the depth of argument remains at a mid-level.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The essay is logically organized with a clear introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the different viewpoints. Cohesive devices are present, such as 'For instance,' 'To sum up,' and 'In my opinion,' which help guide the reader. However, some transitions feel slightly mechanical or repetitive, and the flow between sentences could be smoother. For example, the transition between the discussion of online convenience and the economic impact of cinemas could be more sophisticated. Overall, the progression of ideas is clear and easy to follow, meeting the requirements for a solid band 6.5 or 7.0.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, allowing the writer to express their ideas clearly. There are some attempts at less common vocabulary, such as 'hectic job,' 'extra hassle,' and 'second to none.' However, the range is somewhat limited, and there is a reliance on simpler phrasing (e.g., 'big event,' 'big audience'). There are also minor issues with word choice, such as 'standing on with the second argument' instead of 'standing by' or 'supporting.' To improve, the student should focus on using more precise collocations and a wider variety of academic vocabulary to discuss economic and cultural impacts.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The essay demonstrates a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While the meaning is always clear, there are frequent minor errors in grammar and punctuation. For example, 'as everyone can watch all the entertainment online so theatres are not needed' is a run-on structure, and 'a movie that I saw in the cinema named ''Avengers Endgame''' could be punctuated more effectively. The use of articles and prepositions is occasionally inconsistent. While the errors do not impede communication, they prevent the essay from reaching the higher bands where a wider range of error-free complex structures is expected.

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