Why do Students Get a 5.5 on IELTS Writing?

The video explains why students often receive a 5.5 on the IELTS writing section. It highlights that focusing solely on grammar and vocabulary can be misleading, as improving these areas significantly takes time. Instead, students should focus on task score and cohesion, which are more manageable to improve in a shorter time. The video concludes that without addressing these areas, students are likely to receive a 5.5 due to common scoring patterns.

How long can it take to improve grammar enough to raise the score on the writing exam?

What happens if you do not completely address everything in the task for the IELTS writing exam?