Family or Exams — what would you choose? This IB English B writing task puts you in the middle of a genuinely difficult dilemma and asks you to work through… Read more ↓Family or Exams — what would you choose? This IB English B writing task puts you in the middle of a genuinely difficult dilemma and asks you to work through it on the page. Your diary entry needs to feel real: explore why the family event matters deeply, be honest about the academic risks of missing a week of school, and show your thinking as you try to reach a decision. There are no right answers here — only thoughtful, authentic writing. You have 60-90 minutes and 250–600 words to get it right. When you are done, use the built-in rubric to assess your writing against the four IB criteria. Read less ↑
IB English B
Diary: Family or Exams
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Diary: Family or Exams
IB English B
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anxiousadjective
Feeling worried or nervous about something that might happen.
contradictionnoun
A statement or feeling that seems to disagree with another one.
diarynoun
A personal book in which someone writes down their private thoughts, feelings, and daily events.
entrynoun
A single piece of writing in a diary or journal, usually for one day or one event.
intimateadjective
Very personal and private; suitable for sharing only with people you trust.
introspectiveadjective
Examining your own thoughts, feelings, and behaviour in a thoughtful and analytical way.
journalnoun
A personal record of thoughts, feelings, and experiences, often kept regularly.
overwhelmedadjective
Having strong feelings that are too much to handle, often from stress or emotion.
spontaneousadjective
Done naturally and freely, without careful planning.
stream of consciousnessnoun
A narrative technique showing a character's unfiltered thoughts and feelings as they naturally occur.
thrilledadjective
Extremely happy and excited about something.
vulnerableadjective
Willing to show weakness or emotion; open about difficult feelings.
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This guide teaches you how to write authentic, reflective diary entries that express personal thoughts, emotions, and experiences — essential skills for Paper 1 at B2–C1 level.
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