Dangerous extreme sports should be banned.

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Dangerous extreme sports should be banned - IELTS Writing Task 2

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Write at least 250 words.

A student's answer to this task, and the feedback on it

Written by an IELTSX user under exam conditions and published unedited and anonymously. Band 7 ยท 262 words.

In the modern world, an increasing number of people believe that dangerous extreme sports should be banned in society. I partly agree with this view, because these sports should be restricted to adults only, and people under 18 should not be allowed to take part. This essay will explain why young people need protection but adults need freedom.

The main reason is that extreme sports are dangerous for teenagers. They may not judge risks well, so serious injuries are more likely to occur. For example, a teenager who tries skydiving or bungee jumping without enough experience could be badly hurt. Such injuries can affect their health and education for many years. However, some people argue that all dangerous sports should be banned, because injured people cost the health system a lot of money.

On the other hand, I do not think that adults should face a full ban. Adults should be able to choose their own risks, and many extreme sports have strict safety rules. Dangerous sports usually need a licensed instructor to guide people and make sure they follow the rules. For example, a beginner who tries rock climbing with an instructor, proper equipment, and training can enjoy the sport safely. However, the government should still control these sports by requiring licences and regular safety checks for the companies that offer them.

In conclusion, I partly agree that dangerous sports should be restricted to adults. Young people under 18 should not be allowed to take part, but adults should be able to choose these sports if strict safety rules are followed.

Examiner feedback

The essay successfully addresses the prompt by taking a nuanced 'partly agree' stance, effectively distinguishing between minors and adults. It demonstrates clear organization, a sufficient range of vocabulary, and a good variety of grammatical structures.

Task Response - 7

- Addresses all parts of the task by discussing both the restriction for minors and permission for adults. - Presents a clear position throughout the essay. - Supports main ideas with relevant examples, though some arguments could be deeper.

Coherence & Cohesion - 7

- Logically organizes information with clear progression from introduction to body paragraphs and conclusion. - Uses appropriate cohesive devices such as 'However' and 'For example'. - Presents a clear central topic within each paragraph.

Lexical Resource - 7

- Uses a sufficient range of vocabulary to allow flexibility and precision. - Incorporates less common lexical items like 'licensed instructor' and 'strict safety rules'. - Spelling and word formation are generally accurate.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy - 7

- Uses a variety of complex structures alongside simple sentences. - Produces frequent error-free sentences with good control of grammar and punctuation. - Errors are very rare and do not impede communication.

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