As international travel and digital media become increasingly widespread, cultures around the world are converging at an unprecedented pace. However, while some view this blending as a hallmark of progress in a global society, others see it as a potential threat to local traditions and identity. In your view, which stance more accurately reflects the reality of today's world? Elaborate on your perspective, and support your argument with specific examples from particular 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