IB - International Baccalaureate DP Core: The Extended Essay Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following components are included in the final 4,000-word count for the IB Extended Essay?

Accepted Answer

The introduction, body of the essay, conclusion, and quotations.

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The abstract, introduction, body of the essay, and conclusion.

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The introduction, body of the essay, conclusion, and bibliography.

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The title page, contents page, introduction, and body of the essay.

Question 2

A student is finalizing their Extended Essay and has completed three mandatory reflection sessions with their supervisor. What is the maximum combined word count for the reflections submitted on the Reflections on Planning and Progress Form (RPPF)?

Accepted Answer

500 words

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1,000 words

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750 words

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250 words

Question 3

During the Extended Essay process, what is the primary purpose of the final mandatory reflection session, also known as the 'viva voce'?

Accepted Answer

To confirm the authenticity of the work and reflect on the research process.

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To allow the supervisor to suggest final edits to the essay.

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To provide a final grade for the Extended Essay.

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To give the student a topic for their next research project.

Question 4

A supervisor is guiding a student through the Extended Essay. Which of the following actions represents an acceptable level of support from the supervisor?

Accepted Answer

Giving oral feedback on one complete draft of the essay.

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Rewriting a paragraph to improve its clarity and academic tone.

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Providing a detailed list of sources the student must use.

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Correcting all the citations and references in the bibliography.

Question 5

A student submits an Extended Essay where they have copied a significant section from an online source. They included the source in the bibliography but did not use in-text citations or quotation marks. How would the IB most likely classify this action?

Accepted Answer

Academic misconduct (plagiarism)

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Acceptable research practice

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Poor time management

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Effective use of secondary sources

Question 6

The Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge (TOK) are core components of the IB Diploma. How do they jointly contribute to a student's final IB Diploma score?

Accepted Answer

Their grades are combined on a matrix to award up to three bonus points.

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They are graded independently and do not affect each other's scores.

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The higher of the two grades is added to the total diploma score.

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A student must pass both to be awarded the diploma, but they contribute no points.