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15 Oct 2026
May 2026 Paper 2: Sample Response 1 (Q2)
This week, we are posting our first May 2026 Paper 2 model example on the site. This is also the first essay we are publishing under the “new” criteria for Paper 2. The IB has added criterion B2 from...
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Hi Ana, Use this model example to help you: https://thinkib.net/englishalanglit/page/45616/hl-essay-exemplar-8-graphic-novel-hostage It...
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Hi Malin, I would have students include any of the drawings in the appendix if they directly referenced it in the essay itself. Best, Tim
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My question is: how should I include excerpts from a graphic novel in an HL Essay? Can I include images?
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