IB Essay Writing Strategies

Jacqueline provides guidance on how many words IB students should aim to write for Paper 2 and Paper 3 essays. She outlines the recommended timing and structure for each paper, emphasizing the importance of planning and structuring essays effectively. For Paper 2, students should aim for 700-900 words, while for Paper 3, the target is 800-1000 words. Jacqueline advises against writing excessively long essays and stresses the importance of conciseness and depth in analysis.

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• The importance of word count in IB essays

• How to cite sources in essays

• How to improve grammar in essays

• Tips for creative writing

How much time is recommended for planning your response in Paper 2?

• 20 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

What is the recommended number of body paragraphs for Paper 2?

• Four

• Three

• Five

• Two

How many words should each body paragraph contain in a three-paragraph approach for Paper 2?

• 250 words

• 200 words

• 150 words

• 100 words

What is the total word count range suggested for Paper 2 essays?

• 600 to 800 words

• 700 to 900 words

• 500 to 700 words

• 800 to 1000 words

How much extra time is given for each essay in Paper 3 compared to Paper 2?

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 20 minutes

What is the recommended word count per body paragraph in a three-paragraph approach for Paper 3?

• 150 words

• 230 words

• 200 words

• 250 words

What is the suggested total word count range for Paper 3 essays?

• 900 to 1100 words

• 800 to 1000 words

• 700 to 900 words

• 600 to 800 words

Why is it not necessary to exceed 1000 words in Paper 3 essays?

• Lack of content

• Word limit restrictions

• Time constraints

• It is better to be concise

What should students focus on instead of worrying about writing more than 1000 words?

• Adding more examples

• Writing concisely and clearly

• Increasing the number of paragraphs

• Using complex vocabulary