IBHL-1 Language and Literature Final Exam Review

Flashcards covering key themes, settings, literary devices, and IB Key Concepts for The Crucible, The Great Gatsby, Finding Joe, and The Social Dilemma, along with academic writing guidelines.

What is the primary setting of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible?

Salem, Massachusetts, during the 1692 witch trials

Which historical event of the 1950s served as a parallel for The Crucible?

The Red Scare and McCarthy hearings

Which character in The Crucible is the primary example of someone wrestling with personal integrity under communal pressure?

John Proctor

In Act III, when John Proctor exclaims, “I say—I say—God is dead!”, which rhetorical device is most prominent?

Verbal irony, exposing the gap between the court’s piety and its corrupt actions

How is Abigail Williams categorized as a character in The Crucible?

A manipulative antagonist who uses mass hysteria to consolidate power

Which IB Key Concept is highlighted when the Salem court ignores evidence that contradicts the girls' accusations?

Perspective, showing how the court’s viewpoint blinds it to alternative truths

What is the most accurate way to incorporate a flow quote using John Proctor's words?

John Proctor laments that he “cannot mount the gibbet like a saint,” revealing his deep guilt and conflict.

What major theme does The Crucible convey regarding the intersection of religion and law?

Religious fervor, when imposed through legal structures, can fuel dangerous hysteria

When analyzing the Salem witch trials in The Crucible, which IB Key Concept emphasizes personal integrity versus societal demands?

Identity

What is the primary setting and era of The Great Gatsby?

West Egg and East Egg on Long Island in the 1920s

What are two of the most recognizable symbols in The Great Gatsby?

The green light at the end of Daisy’s dock and the eyes of Doctor T. J. Eckleburg

Which IB Key Concept most effectively analyzes the transformation of James Gatz into Jay Gatsby?

Identity

How does F. Scott Fitzgerald primarily critique the wealthy elite in the novel?

Through a satirical portrayal of social excess and emptiness

The eyes of Doctor T. J. Eckleburg are frequently interpreted as representing what?

A divine or moral force watching over the characters

How might a student apply the IB Key Concept Perspective to an analysis of The Great Gatsby?

By explaining how the characters' class backgrounds shape their pursuit of the American Dream

What is the primary function of recurring color references (green, yellow, white) in The Great Gatsby?

They act as symbols reflecting deeper emotional states and social codes

What is a requirement for a strong thesis statement in an IB Literature essay?

It must present a debatable claim about a central theme or character relationship

What central idea related to Joseph Campbell is explored in the documentary Finding Joe?

The Hero’s Journey (Monomyth) and its application to everyday life

Which stage of the Hero's Journey in Finding Joe represents challenges that fuel personal growth?

The Road of Trials

What do the scenes of children acting out fairy-tale moments in Finding Joe represent?

A simplified, visual representation of the Hero’s Journey

What is the primary critique presented in the documentary The Social Dilemma?

How social media platforms manipulate user behavior

Which rhetorical device is used in The Social Dilemma to illustrate the effects of algorithms on a teenager's life?

Dramatic narrative re-enactments

In The Social Dilemma, what do the "puppet masters" figuratively represent?

How algorithms guide what users see

Which IB HL rubric criterion addresses the structure and organization of an argument?

Criterion C – Focus, Organization, and Development

Which IB HL rubric criterion addresses the analysis and evaluation of how meaning is constructed?

Criterion B – Analysis and Evaluation