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Five Things to Do 30 Days before the IB Exam

by Sara Vazquez Shaw

So, you've got exactly one month to prepare for the International Baccalaureate (IB) exam. If that sounds like plenty of time, think again: you've got your work cut out for you. After all, this test not only assesses your core academic knowledge; it also tests for your international perspective and ...

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Understanding Literary Devices: Allegory, Alliteration, Allusion

by Sara Vazquez Shaw

Authors use a variety of literary devices to make the complexities of plot, narrative, and character development memorable in their writing. Although the techniques can seem somewhat complicated at times, they are frequently used as a shortcut to create a picture or explain a concept clearly.

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Four Tips for Self-Editing Essays

by Sara Vazquez Shaw

Sometimes in the interest of convenience, time, or money, it is necessary to read over and edit one's own essays instead of having someone else do it. Being able to efficiently edit your own work is a valuable skill. Here are a few tips for editing your essays that can result in your most polished p...

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Three Ways You Can Improve Your Personal Statement

by Sara Vazquez Shaw

There are many challenging elements to preparing your college application. For many students, though, writing a personal statement ranks as one of the most challenging. On a few sheets of paper, you must name your most likeable traits, past experiences, extracurricular activities, future plans, and ...

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Five Things to Do the Week of the IB Exam

by Sara Vazquez Shaw

Now you're down to the wire; there's only one week to go until test time! Hopefully, you have already acquired the foundational knowledge to succeed on the exam. So, what can you do these last remaining days? Let's count down the five most productive ways to spend your time leading up to the IB exam...

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