As global brands and mass media expand, the distinctive cultural traditions of many places are facing the risk of assimilation. In some people's view, embracing these global forces is essential for achieving economic modernization; others, however, argue that preserving local identity should take precedence over embracing external influences. In your opinion, when faced with the pressures of globalization, should societies place greater emphasis on economic development or cultural heritage? Please articulate your stance and support it with specific examples and reasoning.
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