Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi and Barefoot Gen by Keiji Nakazawa are powerful graphic novels that delve into the harrowing experiences of their protagonists against significant historical backdrops. Persepolis chronicles Satrapi’s childhood and early adult years during and after the Islamic Revolution in Iran, while Barefoot Gen depicts the life of Gen Nakaoka before, during, and…

Paper 1 – Textual Analysis (35%) Questions: SL: 1 unseen text → 1 analytical response HL: 2 unseen texts → Comparative analysis Time: SL: 1 hour 15 minutes HL: 2 hours 15 minutes Scoring: 40 marks (divided into four criteria, 10 marks each) Focus: Analyzing style, language, and structure of unseen texts. Non-Literary Text Types:…

Sample Questions You may be already familiar with sample questions. You will be asked about themes and ideas, characterization, stylistic features, context and settings, conflicts and resolutions, structure and form, and, rarely, tone and mood. Read the following sample questions if you think you should. 1. Themes and Ideas How do two works studied explore…

First, know the differences Cartoon A cartoon is a single-paneled, simplified line drawing encasing a comprehensive idea – either critical, satirical or humorous. Simple line drawings – Iconic characters – Simple style – objective – universal appeal. The reader identifies himself with the cartoon Comic Strip Comic Strips are a series of sequential visual art with…

“Hedda Gabler” is a play written by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. It premiered in 1891 and remains a significant work in the world of drama. Here’s a brief summary: Summary of “Hedda Gabler” The story revolves around Hedda Gabler, a strong-willed and enigmatic (evil incarnated) woman who struggles with her own desires and societal expectations….