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Cambridge IELTS 12 · Test 2 · Band 6

Cambridge IELTS 12 Test 2 — Band 6 model essay

128 words · 12 sentences · IELTS Writing Task 2

Writing Task 2 prompt

Some people believe it is best to accept a bad situation, while others think people should try to improve it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

有人认为面对糟糕处境最好接受现实,另一些人认为应努力改善。讨论双方并给出观点。

Band 6 model answer

People have different opinions about whether people should accept bad situations or try to improve them. Some people believe that acceptance can reduce stress when change is impossible, while others think that active effort gives people control over their future. In my view, people should accept what they cannot change but improve what they can.

One main reason is that undefined. This is important because undefined. Another point is that calm thinking can prevent emotional decisions. These advantages can make the situation better for many people.

However, there are some problems with this view. undefined. If this problem is not managed well, people may stay in unfair jobs or unhealthy relationships.

Overall, I believe a balanced attitude is best. People should judge whether action is realistic before deciding.

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How many words should an IELTS Writing Task 2 essay be?

IELTS Writing Task 2 requires a minimum of 250 words. This Cambridge IELTS 12 Test 2 model answer is 128 words, comfortably above the minimum without padding.

What makes this a Band 6 IELTS essay?

A Band 6 answer addresses the task with a clear position and adequate vocabulary, but development is uneven and it contains noticeable grammar errors that do not prevent understanding.

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