Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-08-19
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)
Many people believe that a person should learn a foreign language if they want to travel or work in that country. While others oppose this view and say that there are many other reasons for a person to learn a foreign language such as understanding other cultures or getting knowledge about different languages. In my opinion, traveling and working could be the main reason but there are many other reasons for a person to learn any other language.
One main reason why some individuals believe that learning a foreign language is primarily necessary for travel or work is that many individuals travel to different countries for work and tourism. This is because when someone does not find a good job in their native country, they move to other countries for work. For this purpose, they are required to learn the language of that country where they are planning to move. For example, many people from Pakistan and india Therefore, many people believe that we should only learn language for work and travel.
On the other hand, some people believe that there are many other reasons to learn a new language such as understanding different cultures and becoming familiar with different languages. There
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 4.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.0
The response is significantly under the 250-word minimum requirement, which severely limits the development of your ideas. While you introduce both perspectives and state your opinion, the essay is incomplete; it cuts off mid-sentence in the second body paragraph. Because the response is unfinished, the task is only partially addressed. To improve, you must ensure you provide a full discussion for both sides and a clear conclusion. The lack of completion means the ideas are not fully developed, and the argument remains underdeveloped, which prevents a higher score.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay shows some attempt at logical organization, with an introduction and two body paragraphs. However, the abrupt ending makes it impossible to evaluate the overall progression or the effectiveness of your conclusion. You use some basic cohesive devices like 'On the other hand' and 'For this purpose,' but the flow is interrupted by the incomplete nature of the text. To improve, focus on completing your thoughts and using a wider variety of linking words to connect your ideas more fluidly between and within paragraphs.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
Your vocabulary is generally functional but quite repetitive. You frequently use basic phrases like 'many people' and 'learn a foreign language.' While the meaning is clear, there is a lack of variety and precision. You attempt to use some topic-specific language, but it is limited by the brevity of the text. To reach a higher band, try to incorporate more sophisticated synonyms and collocations related to the topic of language acquisition and cultural exchange rather than relying on simple, repeated structures.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The grammar is generally understandable, but there are noticeable errors. For example, 'getting knowledge about different languages' is awkward phrasing, and there is a capitalization error with 'india'. You rely mostly on simple sentence structures. While there are some attempts at complex sentences, the overall range is limited. To improve, focus on using a wider variety of complex grammatical structures, such as relative clauses or conditional sentences, and pay closer attention to basic punctuation and capitalization rules.
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