As international brands, fast-food chains, and popular music rapidly spread across the globe, the distinctive cultural characteristics of many nations are increasingly being replaced by homogenized global trends. However, some argue that this cultural blending is not a threat but rather a catalyst for mutual understanding and innovation among different civilizations.
In the tide of globalization, traditional values and local customs are steadily declining—does this inevitably signify the loss of cultural diversity? Please articulate your stance on whether the benefits of cultural globalization outweigh its drawbacks, and support your viewpoint with concrete examples from specific 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