Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-08-25
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 5.5)
No one can deny that some people believe that learning a foreign language is mainly useful for trevelling or working in another country. While other to think that there are several other important reason to learn a new language. It is important to admit that both views have their own benefits and detriments.
On the one hand, foreign language is very important for trevelling and working. when people viist another country for work and study then foregin langauge ie very important role. Moreover, when people work in the other country the foregin language is very helpful to connect others. However, langauge proficiency can open the door to better career opportunitiees and makee living abroad more convenient. In addition, foreign langauge is best opportunities tour, study and job related.
On the other hand, there are many other reason for learning foreign language. First of all, it can improve communication and help people understand different culture. Individual can learn about the tradition, values and lifestyle of other communities. This can make them more open minded and respectful towards people from different backgrounds. Moreover, learning a new language can improve memory, concentration and problem solving skills.
In my opinion, travelling and working abroad are important motivations, but they are certainly not the only reason to learn a foreign language.
In conclusion, although foreign language are extremely useful for trevel and employment their benefits go for beyond these purpose. Learning another language is a valuable life skill that can contribute to both personal and intellectual development.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response addresses both sides of the argument and provides a clear personal opinion. However, the development of ideas is somewhat limited. While the points regarding career opportunities and cognitive benefits are relevant, they are presented in a list-like fashion without sufficient elaboration or concrete examples. The conclusion is brief, and the overall depth of the argument is somewhat superficial. To reach a higher band, you should aim to expand on your points with more detailed explanations or specific real-world examples to demonstrate a more thorough exploration of the topic.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organised into logical paragraphs, and there is a clear progression of ideas. You use some cohesive devices such as 'On the one hand', 'On the other hand', and 'Moreover' to link your points. However, some of the transitions feel a bit mechanical, and there are instances where the flow is slightly disjointed, such as in the second paragraph where sentences like 'In addition, foreign langauge is best opportunities tour, study and job related' lack grammatical cohesion with the preceding text. Improving the variety and naturalness of your linking phrases would enhance the overall coherence.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, but it is somewhat repetitive and lacks precision. There are frequent spelling errors, such as 'trevelling', 'viist', 'foregin', and 'opportunitiees', which occur throughout the text. While the meaning is clear, the range of vocabulary is limited, and there is little attempt to use less common or more sophisticated lexical items. To improve, focus on expanding your range of topic-specific vocabulary and pay closer attention to spelling accuracy to ensure your writing appears more professional and polished.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The essay uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede the reader's flow. Examples include 'While other to think that there are several other important reason' (subject-verb agreement and word form issues) and 'foreign language are extremely useful' (plural/singular agreement). Punctuation is generally functional, but the frequency of errors in basic grammar—such as articles and verb forms—prevents the essay from reaching a higher band. You should focus on proofreading for subject-verb agreement and consistent verb tense usage.
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