Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-18
IELTS Writing Task 2 question
In the future nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Student answer (Band 6.0)
It is oftenly argued that printed newspapers and books will disappear with time as people will be able to access all these resources online. I strongly agree with this view becuase online media is conveinent, accessable and affordable to everyone.
The main reason that the printed newspaper are becoming outdated is due to the rapid growth of digital media. People can get news instantly through different websites, social media and internet, whereas the printed newspaper only provide news after collecting, editing and printing of the news. Some applications and websites provide news free of charge to the audience.
Printed books are becoming less demanding because all the information is freely available on different websites. E-books and online information can be accessed from smartphones, tablets or computer from anywhere in the world. They do not require any physical storage and also online books are cheaper as compared to hard copy of the books. Student can carry hundreds of E-books in their smartphones or laptop. Different libraries and websites are available online with alot of information which can be used by anyone.
Although i do not believe that the printed books will be completely disappear becuase some people still prefer to read printed books to reduce their screen time. Others like to read printed books to manage their book reading habits.
To sum up, i agree that printed newspapers and books will become less demanding due to the availability, convienence, affordability and accessability of digital media. Printed books will become a niche product for some users while other still prefer E-books for reading.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 6.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 6.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0
The response addresses all parts of the prompt and maintains a clear position throughout. You have provided relevant arguments regarding the convenience and affordability of digital media. However, the development of ideas is somewhat superficial. For instance, while you mention that printed books will become a 'niche product,' you do not fully explore the counter-arguments or the nuance of why some people might still value physical media beyond just 'reducing screen time.' To reach a higher band, ensure that your supporting points are more deeply analysed rather than just listed. The conclusion is consistent with your introduction, which helps maintain a clear stance.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The essay is logically organised into clear paragraphs, each with a central theme. You use basic cohesive devices such as 'The main reason,' 'Although,' and 'To sum up' to guide the reader. However, the flow between sentences is sometimes mechanical, and the use of cohesive devices could be more varied and sophisticated. For example, the transition between the second and third paragraphs is abrupt. Improving the use of referencing and substitution would help the text feel more cohesive and less repetitive. Overall, the progression of ideas is clear, but the links between them could be more fluid.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
You have an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using terms like 'outdated,' 'digital media,' and 'niche product.' However, there are several spelling errors, such as 'oftenly' (often), 'conveinent' (convenient), 'accessable' (accessible), and 'alot' (a lot). These errors are noticeable and detract from the professional tone of the essay. While you attempt to use topic-specific vocabulary, the repetition of words like 'printed' and 'books' suggests a limited range. To improve, focus on using synonyms and ensuring accuracy in spelling, as these minor slips prevent the essay from reaching a higher band.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The essay uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While the meaning is generally clear, there are frequent grammatical errors, such as 'the printed newspaper are' (subject-verb agreement), 'printed books will be completely disappear' (incorrect passive voice), and 'other still prefer' (missing plural 's'). Punctuation is generally acceptable, but the misuse of 'i' instead of 'I' is a recurring error that should be avoided. The sentence structures are functional but lack the complexity and flexibility required for higher bands. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and consistent verb tense usage will significantly improve your score.
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