Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 13 · 2026-08-18
IELTS Writing Task 2 question
Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Student answer (Band 5.0)
It is an undeniable fact that we have multiple options to choose from, but in some things, options may be very limited. In the following paragraph is going to highlight the reasons to agree and disagree with the given statement.
To begin with, nowadays people have a lot a of ways to tackle with the every day chores with the help of the technologies present. Humans have made it very easy for ourself by giving a variety of option to opt . For example, getting groceries have become so easy to do by the help of the technologies present or by getting it your self, another example is transportation, with the help of automotives like car, bus, train, etc. With the help of these automotives transportation has become very easy.
On the other side of the coin, many chores does not have any other way to undertake, for example, for the survival of a living being it need to hunt another living being to eat. Us humans hunt animal and cut down tree for vegetables to eat. Without hunt humans can not survive. There is no other options other than hunting or cutting down tree's and bushes.
For the conclusion, Nowadays we have many choices to choose from but, some things may not have many options to choose from. It is best to have several choices to choose from and can be found positive rather than having a few or no other option to choose for the chore that needs to be done.
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 response addresses the prompt but lacks a clear, consistent position. While you acknowledge both sides, the argument remains superficial. The examples provided, such as 'hunting' for survival, are somewhat tangential to the modern context of 'too many choices' (which usually refers to consumerism or lifestyle decisions). To improve, ensure your position is clearly stated in the introduction and maintained throughout. The ideas need more depth; rather than listing examples like 'car, bus, train', explain the impact of these choices on human stress or decision-making fatigue to better develop your argument.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay is organised into paragraphs, but the logical flow is weak. Transitions are often mechanical or misused, such as 'For the conclusion, Nowadays...'. The referencing is sometimes unclear, and the progression of ideas between sentences is disjointed. For instance, the jump from grocery shopping to hunting animals lacks a smooth transition. To improve, use a wider variety of cohesive devices (e.g., 'consequently', 'furthermore', 'in contrast') and ensure each paragraph focuses on a single, well-developed idea that links back to the main thesis.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and repetitive. You frequently use basic phrases like 'easy to do' and 'choices to choose from'. There are also issues with word formation and collocation, such as 'tackle with the every day chores' (tackle daily chores) and 'automotives' (vehicles). The range is insufficient to express complex ideas precisely. To reach a higher band, focus on learning topic-specific collocations and avoiding redundant phrasing. Expanding your vocabulary to include more academic synonyms will help convey your points with greater sophistication.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The essay contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. There are consistent issues with subject-verb agreement ('many chores does not have', 'it need to hunt'), pluralisation ('tree's', 'option to opt'), and sentence structure. Many sentences are simple or contain fragments. To improve, focus on mastering basic subject-verb agreement and the correct use of articles. Additionally, try to incorporate a wider variety of complex sentence structures, such as using relative clauses or conditional sentences, while ensuring they are punctuated correctly.
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