Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 13 · 2026-08-19

IELTS Writing Task 2 question

Some people say that now we can see films on our phones or tablets there is no need to go to the cinema. Others say that to be fully enjoyed, films need to be seen in a cinema.

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 6.0)

They are both great ideas. They each have their pros and cons. I personally prefer movies at home unless the movie is really worth getting out of comfort zone for.

I really like being cozy in my blanket, surrounded by good food and be able to watch anything more comfortably. It is not entirely about comfort, this idea is also pocket friendly. No unnecessary money spent on movie tickets because its almost instantly available on any OTT platforms anyway. Moreover whenever I go to cinema for a movie, I am as good as a frozen ice. Those halls are so chilly that the cold is unbearable. We are paying them to sit on uncomfortable chairs, eat greasy artificial buttered popcorns and a sitting there shivering like a leaf. Plus being at home can bring exclusive experience of watching it with loved ones.

However, unless I am watching a Marvel movie. Marvel movies are packed with action that you MUST watch in cinema only! Those are really worth leaving comfort at home for. Movies like marvel if watched at home is like sucking all the fun out of the movie since we don't get to experience same visuals and the sound effects. And one of the best parts is the audience. When everyone collectively gasp or shed tears when a character is killed off.

So, I believe they both have great experiences there own way. Just like I like action in theatre better someone else might like another genre better. This is a vastly subjective opinion.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

The response addresses both views regarding home viewing versus cinema experiences and provides a clear personal opinion. The ideas are relevant, such as the cost-effectiveness and comfort of home viewing versus the immersive atmosphere of the cinema. However, the development is somewhat informal and lacks depth in academic argumentation. For instance, the discussion on 'Marvel movies' is a bit narrow and relies on personal preference rather than broader societal trends. To reach a higher band, you should expand on the cultural or social significance of cinemas beyond just action movies and sound effects, ensuring the tone remains consistently formal throughout the essay.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The essay is organized into logical paragraphs, each focusing on a specific aspect of the prompt. There is a clear progression of ideas from the introduction to the body paragraphs and the conclusion. However, the use of cohesive devices is somewhat limited and occasionally repetitive. Transitions between sentences could be more sophisticated to improve the flow. For example, the shift between the home experience and the cinema experience is clear, but the connection between the paragraphs could be strengthened with more varied linking words or phrases to guide the reader more effectively through your argument.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using terms like 'pocket friendly', 'OTT platforms', and 'subjective opinion'. However, there are some informal word choices and minor collocation errors, such as 'as good as a frozen ice' and 'sucking all the fun out of the movie', which are better suited for casual conversation than an IELTS essay. To improve, focus on using more precise, academic vocabulary and avoid colloquialisms. While your meaning is always clear, the lack of sophisticated or less common lexical items limits your score in this criterion.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0

The essay contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While you attempt some complex sentences, there are frequent grammatical errors, such as 'be able to watch' (should be 'being able to'), 'its almost instantly' (missing apostrophe), and 'there own way' (should be 'their'). Additionally, there are issues with article usage and subject-verb agreement, such as 'eat greasy artificial buttered popcorns' (popcorn is uncountable). These errors do not impede communication, but they occur frequently enough to prevent a higher score. Focusing on proofreading for basic subject-verb agreement and punctuation would significantly improve your accuracy.

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