As cross-border tourism and digital media become increasingly widespread, many local traditional festivals are being assimilated into internationalized modes of celebration. Some argue that this convergence signifies a loss of cultural identity, while others view it as a natural outcome of cultural evolution. To what extent do you agree that the core significance of traditional festivals should be strictly preserved rather than adapted to the tide of globalization? Please elaborate on your stance and cite specific cultural or regional examples to support your argument.
IELTS Writing Task 2 Band Descriptors
Task Response: Address all parts of the task, present a clear position, support ideas with evidence
Coherence and Cohesion: Logical paragraphing, clear progression, appropriate linking devices
Lexical Resource: Wide range of vocabulary, accurate and natural collocations
Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Variety of sentence structures, error-free grammar
Overall band score is 0-9, each criterion weighted equally.
Answering Tips
Spend 5 minutes planning your position and main arguments
Use the structure: Introduction - Body 1 - Body 2 - Concession - Conclusion
Develop each body paragraph with: topic sentence + explanation + example + summary
Use a variety of linking words, avoid repetition
Reserve 5 minutes at the end to check grammar and spelling