Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-31
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 5.0)
No body buy printed newspaper or books in future because they will have ability to read and take every thing they online without paying and wasting their time . i am fully agree with this statement below i give you some general examples to prove my statement .
Firstly as, we known that internet make our daily life too much easy as we can do our all daily work with the help of internet . internet male our daily life easy . no body will not be able to buy printed newspaper or books because internet make every thing possible . in printing companies printing machines make some printing mistakes and can remove the important information and it is also time consuming process some time it becomes boring.
Secondly, while internet can spreed all over the world some time we want to buy such kind of book but that kind of book is not available on shops in our city or village at that time we
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 fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 250 words, reaching only 166 words. This significant under-length results in an incomplete response where the argument is cut off mid-sentence. While you state your position clearly, the ideas are under-developed and lack the necessary depth required for an Academic Task 2 essay. The points regarding printing errors and availability are relevant but are not supported with sufficient detail or logical progression to fully address the prompt. To improve, you must expand your arguments with specific examples and ensure you complete the essay structure, including a clear conclusion.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay shows some attempt at logical organization through the use of linking words like 'Firstly' and 'Secondly'. However, the progression of ideas is hindered by the incomplete nature of the text. Paragraphing is present but the content within the paragraphs is repetitive, such as the repeated mention of the internet making life easy. Cohesive devices are used in a somewhat mechanical and repetitive way. To achieve a higher score, you should focus on developing a clear introduction, body paragraphs with distinct topic sentences, and a concluding summary, while ensuring that transitions between ideas are smooth and varied.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and repetitive, which restricts your ability to express complex ideas. You frequently use basic terms like 'easy', 'make', and 'thing'. There are also issues with word choice and collocation, such as 'spreed' (spread) and 'do our all daily work'. The range of vocabulary is insufficient to demonstrate the flexibility required for higher bands. To improve, try to incorporate more precise academic vocabulary and synonyms to avoid repetition. Focus on learning collocations—words that naturally go together—rather than just individual words.
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., 'No body buy'), article usage, and sentence structure. Many sentences are simple or contain errors in basic syntax, such as 'no body will not be able to buy'. There is a lack of complex sentence structures, which are necessary for higher band scores. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, including correct verb tenses and punctuation, before attempting more complex structures. Proofreading for common errors like missing articles and incorrect verb forms is essential.
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