Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-10-22

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 individuals believe that purpose of leaning languages of other countries is for settled there ,to do work or studies , while other state that these are not the basic reason because of that anyone will learn the language.Over the recent years,this topic has become a hotly debated issue in society.This concern is particularly significant due to its impect on youth,affecting both individuals and communities.In this essay i will examine the both perspecutive before giving my own opinion.

One of the major concerns is the language learning of different countries.

Some people believe that learning language has some limited purpose.People understand the language of other countries for the presidency and and some want to do studies there thats whay they learniln language.For example they feel that they don't have enough opportunity in theor country and want to move into other countries where they find the better opportunity for the job and other relevant options,thats why they learn language to find an other ways for the life.

On the other hand some people believe thats it is not only for the traveling or for the business concern,sometimes people have some pession of learning different skills thats why they learn languages or they may fond amd option for the translators job anywhere rather then the relevant country .And some can also lern for the entertainment .Thats why there is different opinion on both aspects.

I helive that learning language is both important for the academic and professional as well as for fun because we all must beware of multiple language skil which leads us towards the better option in every aspect.

I conclude that, Everyone has their own concern regarding the language learning thats why everyone states statement according their experience.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response: Band 5.0

You address both views: the first body paragraph links language learning to moving abroad for work or study, while the next mentions travel, business, translation, and entertainment. Your opinion is also present, especially in the statement that languages matter for academic, professional, and personal reasons. However, the discussion remains general and some points are unclear or insufficiently explained. For example, the first view is framed mainly as settling abroad, and the second view’s examples are listed without showing why they are valuable. The conclusion repeats that people have different opinions rather than clearly reinforcing your own position. Develop each view with a specific reason and example, and state your position more directly and consistently.

Coherence and Cohesion: Band 5.0

The response has an introduction, separate paragraphs for the two views, an opinion paragraph, and a conclusion, so the reader can identify its broad structure. You also use basic signposting such as “On the other hand” and “I conclude.” However, progression within paragraphs is often difficult to follow: several ideas are joined into long, loosely connected sentences, and the opening body sentence (“One of the major concerns is the language learning of different countries”) does not clearly advance the argument. Some linking phrases are repetitive or do not show the relationship between ideas precisely. Organise each body paragraph around one clear main point, then explain and illustrate it. Use pronouns and transitions carefully so references and connections remain clear.

Lexical Resource: Band 5.0

You attempt vocabulary relevant to the topic, including “opportunity,” “translators,” “academic,” and “professional,” and you use some phrases to express opinions and purposes. However, the range is limited and several word-choice, collocation, and spelling errors make parts of the response difficult to understand, such as “for the presidency,” “some pession,” and “fond amd option.” Repeated use of “learn language” and “other countries” also makes the writing less precise. Choose familiar words you can use accurately, and check spelling and collocations before submitting. For instance, distinguish learning a language to “settle abroad” from learning it for “career opportunities,” and use “a passion for learning” rather than an unclear phrase.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Band 5.0

You attempt both simple and longer sentences, including clauses introduced by “because” and “where,” and the overall meaning can often be followed. However, complex sentences are frequently faulty, and errors in articles, agreement, sentence boundaries, and punctuation sometimes make the reader work to understand the message. For example, “Some people believe that learning language has some limited purpose” needs an article and clearer number agreement, while “thats why they learn language to find an other ways” contains several grammatical problems. Capitalisation and spacing around punctuation are also inconsistent. Practise building accurate sentences with one main clause and a clearly attached supporting clause, then check articles, plural forms, and punctuation.

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