Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-08-15

IELTS Writing Task 2 question

Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language.

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 5.0)

There are many different way to learn foreign language. It is useful for every country and work.

firstly, some people believe that thew only reason for learning a foreign language to travel or work in a foreign country. This is also correct because learning foreign language is a useful for a travel, office work in foreign country. In out of country only foreign language use everywhere. on other hand, In India, there are many languages are used many different religion people live in India. that's why may more languages use in India. for this reason some people believe that the learning foreign language for the foreign country. because usually foreign language is not use in India. for Example, I see the usually the foreign language is use in some schools to learn students.

secondly, Others say that these are not enough reason to someone should learn a foreign language. the foreign language also useful in India sometimes. It is used in foreign company meeting and talk to other person in other country, and also learning a foreign language is a very useful for our life to travel out of country.

In conclusion, In my opinion, I usually prefer to learn foreign language. because you can go every country and travel you use the foreign language easily. and also, It is useful for our work in out of country. so, you can give a opportunity to your work and achieve your goals. that's way you learn foreign language anytime and everywhere.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response addresses both views mentioned in the prompt, but the development of ideas is limited and often repetitive. While you state your opinion in the conclusion, the arguments provided—such as the mention of languages in India—are not clearly linked to the prompt's core question regarding the reasons for learning a foreign language. The essay lacks depth, and the points made are somewhat superficial. To improve, ensure that each paragraph focuses on a distinct, well-explained argument with clear examples that directly support your position. The overall response is quite brief in its conceptual development, which prevents it from reaching a higher band score.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The essay is organised into paragraphs, but the logical flow between sentences is often disjointed. You use basic cohesive devices like 'firstly' and 'secondly', but the transitions between ideas are frequently mechanical or unclear. For instance, the shift from discussing foreign travel to the linguistic situation in India is abrupt and confusing. Referencing is also problematic; pronouns like 'it' or 'this' are sometimes used without a clear antecedent, making it difficult for the reader to follow your train of thought. Improved use of linking words and better paragraph structure would significantly enhance the clarity of your writing.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is limited and repetitive, relying on basic words such as 'useful', 'learn', and 'foreign language'. There is little evidence of a range of vocabulary that would allow for precise expression. You frequently repeat the same phrases, such as 'foreign language' and 'foreign country', throughout the text. There are also errors in word choice and collocation, such as 'many different way' instead of 'ways' and 'give a opportunity' instead of 'an opportunity'. To improve, you should focus on learning synonyms and collocations related to education, travel, and career development to express your ideas with more variety and precision.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 4.5

The essay contains a high frequency of grammatical errors that occasionally impede communication. There are frequent issues with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'many languages are used many different religion people'), article usage (e.g., 'a travel'), and sentence structure. You rely almost exclusively on simple sentences, and attempts at more complex structures are often grammatically incorrect. Punctuation is also inconsistent, with some sentences starting with lowercase letters or lacking proper structure. To reach a higher band, you need to focus on mastering basic sentence construction, including correct verb tenses, pluralisation, and the appropriate use of articles before attempting more complex grammatical forms.

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