Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 16 · 2026-08-23
IELTS Writing Task 2 question
Some people say that now is the best time in history to be living.
What is your opinion about this?
What other time in history would be interesting to live in?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Student answer (Band 5.0)
Some people argue that present time is the best time for living in the history. In my opinion a few decades back is the best time . IN my upcoming paragraphs i will give reasons for this.
On the first hand , i will discuss about the time which is already gone. It was a precious century which will never come back from 1940 to 2000. Firstly .because of people's socialized behavior . They did not have much technological equipment for entertainment rather than gatherings . They love to spent their quality of time with their peers and families. Moreover, they had rich food of sources which leads to healthy life. In addition, open surroundings of their house gave the feeling of togetherness which was the most important for every person . They felt secure in every time .for example , children were free to play anywhere without any fear.
on the other hand , If I would get a chance of time travelling I would love to go in ball time . The dresses of that time was so attractive. They colorfull clothes to wear like gowns an hence their beauty Additionally , food was very appealing which I could only imagine . In an instant , Juliet movie them is based on that time which gives a ride of the clock for two hours left me in my dreams .
In conclusion , a few decades back is the best time when people have time for each others Though i would love to travel in ball era if I get a chance .
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response addresses both parts of the prompt: the opinion on whether the present is the best time to live and the suggestion of another era. However, the development is limited. The arguments regarding the 1940–2000 period are somewhat vague, relying on generalisations about 'socialized behavior' and 'rich food' without specific historical context. The second part, regarding the 'ball era' (likely referring to the Victorian or Regency period), is underdeveloped and lacks clarity, making it difficult for the reader to fully grasp the historical context intended. To improve, you should provide more concrete examples and explain the 'why' behind your preferences more thoroughly.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organised into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the use of cohesive devices is often mechanical or inaccurate, such as 'On the first hand' (which should be 'On the one hand') and 'In an instant'. The progression of ideas is sometimes disjointed, particularly in the transition between the discussion of the 20th century and the 'ball era'. Referencing is occasionally unclear, and the flow between sentences could be improved by using a wider variety of linking words to connect ideas more naturally rather than relying on simple transitions.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary range is limited and often imprecise. There are several instances of awkward word choice, such as 'rich food of sources' and 'ball time', which hinder the clarity of your message. Spelling errors are frequent, including 'colorfull' and 'each others'. While the meaning is generally conveyed, the lack of precision and the reliance on basic vocabulary prevent the essay from reaching a higher band. You should focus on learning collocations and ensuring that your word choices are appropriate for the context of a formal essay.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The essay contains a high frequency of grammatical errors that occasionally impede communication. Issues include subject-verb agreement ('The dresses of that time was'), incorrect article usage, and punctuation errors (e.g., 'Firstly .because'). Sentence structures are mostly simple, and attempts at complex sentences often contain errors, such as 'If I would get a chance... I would love to go'. The frequent errors in basic grammar, such as verb tense consistency and pluralisation, indicate a need for a more solid grasp of fundamental English grammar rules.
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