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What is the main focus of IB English Language & Literature Paper 1?
The main focus is a comparative textual analysis of two unseen texts.
What is the main focus of IB English Language & Literature Paper 1?
The main focus is a comparative textual analysis of two unseen texts.
What skills does Paper 1 test?
It tests the ability to analyze language and style, compare text types, demonstrate critical thinking, and apply literary concepts.
What is the duration of Paper 1?
The duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes.
How much time is allocated for reading and planning in Paper 1?
15 minutes are allocated for reading and planning.
What are the two approaches to structuring body paragraphs?
The two approaches are the alternating approach and the block approach.
What should the conclusion of the analysis do?
The conclusion should synthesize main points, reflect on the effectiveness of both texts, and link back to the thesis.
What are the assessment criteria for Paper 1?
The assessment criteria include understanding and comparison, analysis and evaluation, focus and organization, and language.
What common text types appear in Paper 1?
Common text types include opinion pieces, literary excerpts, advertisements, speeches, blog posts, news articles, and visual texts.
What is a key writing style tip for Paper 1?
Use present tense for analysis.
How should quotations be balanced in the analysis?
Quotations should be balanced with analysis.
What type of language should be maintained in the analysis?
Formal academic language should be maintained.
What is the purpose of using comparative language in the analysis?
Comparative language helps to effectively highlight similarities and differences between the texts.
What key areas should be analyzed in the texts?
Key areas include context and purpose, language and style, and structure and organization.
What is the recommended word count for the analysis?
The recommended word count is 800-1000 words.
What should be included in the introduction of the analysis?
The introduction should identify both texts, state their types, mention key similarities/differences, and present a thesis statement.
What is the initial reading strategy for analyzing texts?
The initial reading strategy includes a first reading for gist and a second reading for deep analysis.