Extreme sports such as sky diving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned.

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Extreme Sports Skydiving Skiing Dangerous Should Banned - IELTS Writing Task 2

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?

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 8.5 ยท 271 words.

Extreme sports such as skydiving and skiing are often considered highly dangerous, leading some people to argue that they should be banned altogether. While these activities do involve significant risks, I do not agree that they should be prohibited, as they also provide important personal and social benefits when properly regulated.

On the one hand, it is undeniable that extreme sports can pose serious threats to human health. Activities like skydiving involve jumping from great heights, where even minor equipment failure can result in fatal consequences. Similarly, skiing at high speeds increases the likelihood of severe injuries, such as fractures or head trauma. In addition, these sports may be particularly dangerous for individuals with underlying health conditions, including cardiovascular problems. From this perspective, banning such activities could reduce accidents and protect public safety.

On the other hand, completely prohibiting extreme sports would be an excessive response. For many people, these activities offer a unique sense of achievement and personal growth. Participants often develop courage, discipline, and resilience by pushing their physical and mental limits. Furthermore, extreme sports contribute to tourism and economic development in many regions, especially those with suitable natural environments for activities like skiing. Importantly, with proper training, safety measures, and professional supervision, the risks associated with these sports can be significantly reduced. For example, certified instructors, high-quality equipment, and strict regulations have already made such activities much safer than in the past.

In conclusion, although extreme sports carry inherent risks, banning them entirely is neither necessary nor beneficial. Instead, governments should focus on implementing strict safety regulations to minimize dangers while still allowing individuals the freedom to participate.

Examiner feedback

This is an exceptionally strong essay that demonstrates high-level control of English. The arguments are logical, the structure is professional, and the language is clear and accurate. The overall score is an 8.5 (rounded down to 8.5 per IELTS rules) due to the highly effective balance of grammatical variety and task fulfillment.

Task Response - 8

- Sufficiently addresses all parts of the task by discussing both the dangers of extreme sports and the arguments against a ban. - Presents a well-developed position that the sports should be regulated rather than prohibited. - Ideas are relevant and supported, though further specific examples of particular regulations or regions could extend the response even more deeply.

Coherence & Cohesion - 9

- Paragraphing is managed exceptionally well, with a logical flow from the introduction through to the conclusion. - Cohesive devices are used naturally and effectively (e.g., 'On the one hand', 'In addition', 'Furthermore'), without drawing undue attention to themselves. - Each paragraph focuses on a clear, central topic, ensuring a smooth progression of ideas throughout the entire essay.

Lexical Resource - 8

- Uses a wide range of vocabulary fluently (e.g., 'prohibited', 'inherent risks', 'resilience', 'professional supervision'). - Collocations are mostly natural and precise, though more 'sophisticated' or 'uncommon' idiomatic phrasing could be used for a Band 9. - Spelling and word formation are accurate, with no errors that impede communication or flow.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy - 9

- Demonstrates full flexibility and accuracy with a wide range of complex sentence structures. - The majority of sentences are error-free, reflecting a high level of grammatical control typical of a native speaker. - Punctuation is used correctly throughout, enhancing the readability and professional tone of the writing.

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