kipping annotation and planning due to time pressure leads to unfocused, repetitive essays. This weakens coherence, reduces Criterion C marks, and ultimately prevents achieving a Level 7.

A common mistake that IGCSE students usually make: Not directly responding to the essay questions. Focusing on answering the essay prompts is the first and foremost important exam skill that candidates should abide by.

In training students to prepare for their IBDP English A exams, I put strong emphasis on their abilities to produce an impressive introduction and topic sentences. IB prefers candidates to demonstrate immaculate organizational skills, so the first step to success in IBDP English A exams is to cultivate the capability to conjure up an essay plan that's analytical, logical, coherent, and focused. IB does not like repetitions, so candidates should avoid going around in circles