In an era where cultural heritage preservation and globalization are increasingly intertwined, many historic buildings are being transformed into commercial spaces—such as converting old factories into art districts or renovating ancient residences into boutique hotels. This practice is seen as a way to bring heritage "to life," yet others worry that it may dilute authentic historical value. In your view, is this commercial reuse of historical sites an effective means of sustaining cultural memory, or an erosion of authenticity? Please articulate your stance, supported by specific reasons and 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