In the face of the tide of globalization, some argue that the uniqueness of national cultures is being eroded, with traditional customs and values being replaced by a homogenized global culture; others, however, contend that globalization is in fact a catalyst for cultural revival, enabling local traditions to reach broader audiences and take on new forms of expression through the promotion of cross-cultural exchange. From your perspective, which view aligns more closely with the reality of today's world? Provide reasons for your stance and support it with concrete examples.
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