With the proliferation of cross-border tourism and international media, cultural customs around the world are becoming increasingly similar. However, some argue that this apparent convergence has, in fact, reinforced people's appreciation for and revival of local traditions. In light of this trend, do you believe that the blending of global cultures will ultimately erode the uniqueness of local cultures, or will it spark a stronger sense of cultural awareness and preservation? Please state your position and support your argument with specific examples from particular countries or regions.
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