How many words should a paper 1 have?

The new Paper 1 is a writing exam worth 25\% of the final course grade. Students are asked to write a response to one of three prompts, selecting one of three types of texts. Standard level student responses should be between 250-400 words and higher level responses should be between 450-600 words.

What is IB English Paper 1?

The IB English Literature Paper 1 is an exercise in unseen textual analysis. Students are presented with two literary texts. At SL, students must write a commentary on one of the texts. At HL, students must write two essays, one on each of the texts.

What is IB English B?

Language B is a language acquisition course designed for students with some previous experience of the target language. Students further develop their ability to communicate through the study of language, themes and texts.

How do I start a IB Paper 1 in English?

An IB English Paper 1 commentary boils down to 3 separate parts: An introduction: contains a thesis and an outline of your points. A body: contains your points. A conclusion: wraps up the essay.

How do I write an English commentary IB?

Paragraph One: Structure and Narration

1. Briefly mention the poem’s structure. Make note of the use of Enjambment or the juxtaposition of words.
2. Write about the poem’s meter and its speed.
3. Make note of the poem’s speaker (do not use narrator) and his/her tone.

How do you write a good English Paper 1?

A Practical Guide to Writing a Paper 1 Commentary

1. An introduction: contains a thesis and an outline of your points.
2. A body: contains your points.
3. A conclusion: wraps up the essay.
4. SL only: Guiding questions.

What are the IB topics?

The six subject groups are:

• Studies in language and literature.
• Language acquisition.
• Individuals and societies.
• Sciences.
• Mathematics.
• The arts.