Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-08-31
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)
Few Citizen say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others people like that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language.
To begin with ,Yes it is true reason but there are some other reason why people learn foreign language. firstly now a days in all countries schools have teach foreign languages beacause these language help in maney thinks some time person go too other countries then they have knowledage about country language then they talking with other people and go there location .when people learns foreign languages then they teach the students and they earn money .when citizen learn more languages Then They do work at home and Earn higher pay .For example In india some teacher teach french language because franch language is most imoptant for students in canada without franch language person can not permanent resident in Canada .
Further more, According too survey in Canada 87% Indian students learn french for there complete needs and permanent resident In 2026.When person can learn foreign language Then They can get easily job in big company and Big post beacause In big companies some jobies are related with foregin language .people can start Their business in other countries when they learn other language . citzens make friends with help of foreign language in other country They can survive in maney problem when the learn foreign language
Conclusion I have written some other benifits of learning foreign language like as person teach the students regarding with languages , talking with other forner person ,start there business in other country with the help of language , survive in problems.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response addresses both views and provides a personal opinion, though the development of ideas is somewhat repetitive and lacks depth. While the essay touches on travel, work, and education, the arguments are often presented as a list of points rather than fully explored concepts. The position is clear, but the supporting evidence, such as the specific mention of French requirements for Canadian residency, is a bit narrow in scope. To improve, you should aim to expand on the 'why' and 'how' of your arguments rather than simply listing benefits, ensuring each paragraph has a clear, central controlling idea.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay is organised into paragraphs, but the logical flow is frequently interrupted by awkward phrasing and a lack of sophisticated cohesive devices. While you use some transition words like 'To begin with' and 'Further more', they are often used mechanically or incorrectly. The referencing is sometimes unclear, making it difficult for the reader to follow the progression of your argument. Improving the use of linking words and ensuring that each sentence logically follows the previous one will significantly enhance the readability of your work.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and often repetitive, with frequent errors in word choice and spelling (e.g., 'maney', 'thinks', 'forner', 'jobies'). You rely on basic, everyday language, which restricts your ability to convey complex ideas precisely. There are also issues with word forms, such as using 'franch' instead of 'French' and 'citzens' instead of 'citizens'. To reach a higher band, you need to expand your range of vocabulary to include more academic and topic-specific terms and focus on accurate spelling and correct word forms.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The essay contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede communication. There are consistent issues with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'people learns'), article usage, and sentence structure. Many sentences are run-on or fragmented, and punctuation is often misused or missing. While you attempt some complex structures, they are frequently faulty, leading to confusion. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring correct verb tenses, and proofreading for common errors like missing articles and incorrect pluralisation.
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