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Paper 1

Breakdown of IB English criteria
IB English

Reading Criteria: Paper 1 Criterion A

“What even is the difference between good and very good anyway?!” A comprehensive and intimate understanding of criteria is imperative to success — especially in IB English. Why? The examiner uses this exact checklist to give and take marks. Rather than suffer from low scores (yelling: out, damned mark! out, Read more…

By Jackie Sung, 4 years4 years ago
How to plan Paper 1 IB English
Paper 1

How to plan your IB Paper 1 analysis

  For my Paper 1 commentaries, I always spent 20 to 25 minutes at the start of the exam planning what I would write. In my experience, adequate planning is the most important factor for success in IB English Paper 1. So do it! A commentary is only as good Read more…

By Jackson Huang, 4 years4 years ago
Answering IB English guiding questions
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How to answer Paper 1 guiding questions for IB English Literature SL and Lang Lit SL

If you’re short on time, here are the two most important questions answered for you. Q: Do I have to answer every guiding question? Answer: Yes, all guiding questions must be answered. You only receive two guiding questions, so it’s not difficult. Q: If I do have to answer them, how should Read more…

By Jackson Huang, 4 years4 years ago
How to choose the best commentary structure for your IB English Paper 1 commentary
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Best commentary structure for IB English Paper 1

Having a strong commentary structure is the easiest way to earn marks in your IB English Paper 1. But wait–there’s even better news: The best structure doesn’t have to be elaborate or complicated at all. In fact, the simpler the structure, the better! In this guide, I will answer the Read more…

By Jackson Huang, 4 years4 years ago
Complete your IB English Paper 1 exam on time
Paper 1

How to actually finish your IB English Paper 1 exam on time

Here are 5 principles to ensure you finish your IB English Paper 1 commentary on time, every time. Note: IB English Standard Level students have 1.5 hours plus 5 minutes of reading time, while Higher Level students get 2 hours plus 5 minutes of reading time. 1. Use your reading Read more…

By Jackson Huang, 4 years4 years ago
The only guide you need to read on IB English Paper 1
Paper 1

IB English Paper 1 completely explained

IB English Paper 1 is one of those nerve-wracking experiences that everyone has to endure. It’s especially scary because you have no idea what you’ll end up writing about for your final exam–and your grades depend on it! The best preparation you can do is to be acutely aware of the Read more…

By Jackson Huang, 4 years1 year ago
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