IB English A: Lang & Lit HL · Unit 6 of 6

IB English A: Lang & Lit HL Unit 6: The HL Essay

Unit 6 of IB English A: Language and Literature covers The HL Essay. This unit contains 9 topics and 9 sub-topics. Below you'll find free study notes, flashcards, and exam preparation resources for every topic in this unit.

Higher Level students should treat this unit page as a route map: revise the shared core, then use the HL notes and topic links to reach the extra depth and evaluation expected at HL.

9 topics9 sub-topics

Exam technique guide

Topics in Unit 6

6.1

Understanding the HL essay

1 sub-topics

6.2

The research question

1 sub-topics

6.3

Developing an argument

1 sub-topics

6.4

Structuring the essay

1 sub-topics

6.5

Using evidence

1 sub-topics

6.6

Academic writing

1 sub-topics

6.7

Editing and refining

1 sub-topics

6.8

Examiner feedback and common mistakes

1 sub-topics

6.9

Grade-7 exemplar

1 sub-topics

Study tip: Work through the topics in order — each builds on concepts from the one before. Start with notes, then reinforce with flashcards and practice questions.

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