IB English B Core Themes Key Definitions

Switching between languages or dialects depending on context, often to fit in socially.

How individuals or groups respond to rules, whether through acceptance, negotiation, or resistance.

The process by which the world becomes more interconnected through trade, communication, and cultural exchange.

The basic freedoms and protections that every person is entitled to, simply because they are human. These include rights to life, safety, education, freedom of expression, and equality before the law.

The way people live, including their habits, routines, and choices.

A health problem linked to daily habits such as poor diet, lack of exercise, or smoking (e.g. diabetes, heart disease).

A scripted or semi-scripted audio programme, typically episodic, covering specific topics through discussion, narrative, or interview format.

A single-page visual text designed to inform about or promote an event, cause, or message, typically displayed publicly.

A formal text that presents a plan, supported with reasons and expected outcomes.

A factual, structured document that analyses a situation and suggests recommendations.

Groups within a larger culture that share distinct beliefs, values, and behaviors, often setting them apart from the mainstream.

Travel that supports local communities while minimising harm to the environment.

The movement of people from rural areas into cities, often linked to industrialisation and economic opportunity.

The structures, roles, and expectations that shape employment and careers.