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IB essays require a clear analytical structure that goes beyond traditional five-paragraph format. You'll need a compelling introduction that frames your argument within the broader context of your text, body paragraphs that develop distinct analytical points with textual evidence, and a conclusion that synthesizes your ideas rather than simply restating them. A tutor can help you understand how IB examiners assess criterion A (knowledge and understanding) and criterion B (analysis and evaluation), ensuring your essay structure directly supports these requirements rather than just organizing information chronologically or thematically.
An IB Diploma thesis must be specific, debatable, and analytical rather than purely descriptive. Instead of "Shakespeare uses symbolism in Macbeth," a stronger thesis might be "The recurring motif of blood in Macbeth functions as both a manifestation of guilt and a marker of ambition's corrupting influence." Your thesis should preview the analytical lens you'll apply throughout the essay and suggest complexity—IB examiners reward essays that engage with nuance and multiple interpretations. Working with a tutor helps you craft a thesis that's ambitious enough to sustain a full analytical essay while remaining focused and defensible.
IB essays require embedded quotations woven into your own analytical sentences, not standalone block quotes. For example, instead of quoting a full passage, you might write: "When Gatsby describes Daisy's voice as 'full of money,' Fitzgerald uses synesthesia to collapse the distinction between Daisy's identity and her wealth, revealing how materialism has corrupted romantic idealism." Each quotation should serve your argument directly, and you should spend more time analyzing the evidence than presenting it. Tutors can show you how to select the most precise, economical quotations and integrate them so that your analysis—not the quote—drives your argument forward.
Summary describes what happens in a text; analysis explains how and why the author's choices create meaning and effect. In an IB essay, you might summarize a scene briefly for context, but the bulk of your paragraph should examine the author's techniques—word choice, imagery, structure, tone—and their impact on the reader or on your larger argument. For instance, rather than summarizing that a character feels conflicted, analyze how the author's use of fragmented syntax, contradictory imagery, or shifts in perspective conveys that internal conflict. A tutor can help you develop the critical eye to spot these techniques and the analytical vocabulary to discuss them with precision.
Effective revision for IB essays involves multiple passes, each with a different focus. First, check your argument's logic and whether each paragraph supports your thesis (criterion B—analysis). Next, examine your textual evidence: Is it precise, well-integrated, and analyzed thoroughly? Then refine your academic voice and expression, ensuring your language is sophisticated but clear (criterion C). Finally, proofread for grammar and mechanics. Rather than trying to fix everything at once, working with a tutor helps you develop a systematic revision process and learn to self-assess your work against IB criteria, building skills you'll use on exam day when you won't have external feedback.
Common pitfalls include relying too heavily on plot summary instead of analysis, making sweeping claims without textual support, using vague language ("the author shows," "it's important"), and failing to engage with alternative interpretations or complexity in the text. Students often also struggle with criterion A—demonstrating genuine knowledge of the text's context, themes, and literary significance—by treating the essay as a general writing assignment rather than a literature-specific analytical task. Tutors help you recognize these patterns in your own writing and develop the habits that earn top marks: precise textual analysis, sophisticated argumentation, and engagement with the text's complexity.
IB exam essays require strategic planning: spend 5-10 minutes reading the prompt carefully and planning your thesis and main points before writing, 30-35 minutes drafting your essay with full paragraphs, and 5-10 minutes reviewing for clarity and errors. The key is drafting efficiently without getting stuck on perfection—you can refine language during your review time. Many students lose points by spending too long on introduction or running out of time for a strong conclusion. A tutor can help you practice timed writing, develop a planning template that works for you, and build the confidence to write analytically under pressure while maintaining the rigor IB examiners expect.
IB academic voice balances sophistication with clarity—you should sound authoritative and analytical without being pretentious or obscure. This means using subject-specific terminology accurately ("juxtaposition," "unreliable narrator"), varying your sentence structure for emphasis, and choosing precise verbs over filler phrases. Avoid colloquialisms, first-person pronouns (unless the prompt allows), and hedging language like "I think" or "in my opinion." Instead of "The book is really good because it has good characters," write "The novel's psychological depth emerges through the protagonist's fragmented internal monologue, which mirrors her fractured sense of identity." Tutors provide targeted feedback on your voice, helping you strengthen your analytical tone while maintaining authenticity in your writing.
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