IB English Language & Literature HL - Questionbank

Magazine Cover/Comic: Ms. 40th Issue

How does intertextuality enhance the reader’s understanding of the themes of this text?

Informal Letter: Van Gogh to his Brother

How does the writer use language to communicate his thoughts and feelings about art and health?

Parody: American Bride

How does the text directly reference or challenge cultural archetypes in American society?

Parody: IKEA assembly manual for aliens

How does IKEA’s alien-themed manual make use of well-known, stereotypical ideas about aliens and extraterrestrial worlds?

Article: After Centuries of Housing Racism, a Southern City Gets Innovative.

Analyze how the article uses juxtaposition to influence the audience.

Game Rule Book: Roads and Boats

How have the creators of this text used linguistic and visual techniques to communicate with readers for a variety of purposes?

Speech: Nobel Committee Introduction

How does the text effectively use historical references and literary devices to convey a persuasive message?

X (Previously “Twitter”) Feed: 2023 COP Agreements.

Analyze the extent to which tweets combine different perspectives.

Article: Cats like to play fetch, as long as it’s on their terms – new research

To what extent does the article use insights from diverse sources and how does this exploration contribute to the significance of play in promoting the well-being of domestic cats?

PSA: Keep it Real Online

How do the visual and textual elements in the image work together to convey a powerful message?

Magazine Cover: Vogue

In what way does the text use written text and images to appeal to its readers?

Website: Malala Fund

How does the text encourage support for girls’ education?

Podcast: Compliance Time

How does the interplay between tone, language, and content in this podcast shape listeners’ perceptions and engagement with the subject matter?

Political Cartoon: REST! - Capitalism is Exhausting

How does the interplay of visual elements and text in this image contribute to its commentary on societal issues?

Contract: 2011 NBA Collective Bargain Agreement

How does the author's use of structure and style engage the intended audience?

Blogpost: Style by Marsh

In what way does the article use text and images to appeal to its intended audience?

Formal Letter: Grievance Letter

How does the letter use language and style to effectively convey the sender’s concerns, proposed solutions, and commitment in a professional manner?

Instagram Campaign: #disruptyourfeed by @the_female_lead

How does The Female Lead's #DisruptYourFeed campaign utilise visual and textual elements to influence readers' perspectives of social media?

Interview: Exploring the Responsibility of our Privilege on Independent Filmmaking.

To what extent does the strategic amalgamation of creativity, environmentalism and politics in this text shapes perspectives and influences the reader?

Movie Poster: The Giant of Marathon

How have the creators used linguistic and visual techniques to influence the audience?

Comic Strip: Blondie

How does this text use stereotypes that reflect the context of its production?

Infographic: What is Music Theory?

How does the interplay of text and visual elements contribute to the overall impact and effectiveness of the message in the creation of a global and cross-generational appeal?

Opinion Column: Immigration and Immigration

How does the text convey the author’s ideas about immigration?

Blog Post: Were Pterosaurus the Flamingoes of the Jurassic?

How does the text try to make this information about a very different time and place accessible and engaging?

Scientific Article: How the Limpet Helped Humans Develop.

Explore how time and space intersect with considerations of language and audience in the text.