As globalization continues to deepen, traditional festivals in many countries are increasingly being reshaped by commercialization, while younger generations seem more drawn to internationalized ways of celebration. However, some argue that this very commercialization breathes new life into endangered cultures, allowing them to endure. When the core meaning of traditional festivals is redefined by consumerism, is cultural authenticity being sacrificed? Or, to maintain cultural vitality, is adapting to the trends of the times inevitable? Please state your position and justify it with specific cultural 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