As multinational corporations expand into global markets, many local traditional festivals are gradually losing their original cultural significance, being replaced by commercialized "consumer carnivals." However, some argue that this commercialization is precisely the only viable way for traditions to survive in contemporary society. To what extent do you believe that the commercialization of traditional culture inevitably leads to the loss of its essence? Please state your position and support it with examples from specific countries or communities.
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