English A: Literature - Course Companion

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Packed full of support straight from the IB, this comprehensive text was written by authors of the 2011 syllabus and most accurately matches the 2011 specification. Containing unrivalled assessment preparation, the challenging and engaging approach will ensure learners excel. Features: - Developed with the IB so you can trust in the most accurate match to the syllabus - The most comprehensive and written by authors of the most recent syllabus - Evocative activities develop the highest levels of critical thought, truly in line with the IB philosophy - A huge selection of fiction and non-fiction texts will engage students and stimulate learning - Activities help students develop the key skills and knowledge they need, including understanding and writing literary criticism, creating oral and written commentaries and preparing for the oral presentation - Unrivalled assessment support, straight from the IB, including model answers to support top achievement 1: Nine propositions about reading 2: The Golden Triangle: three vectors for writing with style 3: Close reading as a practice 4: Tackling Paper 1 5: The individual oral commentary 6: The individual oral presentation 7: Literature in translation 8: Writing: completing the assessment 9: Conventions and genre 10: Drama 11: Poetry 12: The novel and short story 13: Prose other than fiction: the autobiography 14: Prose other than fiction: the travel narrative 15: Prose other than fiction: the essay 16: How to write an essay for the Paper 2 exam 17: The extended essay