Frequently asked questions: IO by Claire Boulter

Q: How long is the IO, total?

claireboulter1 — 2025-05-12 13:23:14 UTC

A: 10 mins from you, then 5 mins of qs by the teacher.

Q: Can I redo my oral?

claireboulter1 — 2025-05-12 13:23:14 UTC

A: No. Your IO is once only. If you hesitate, take a pause and keep going. If you finish before 10 mins, Ms H will start questioning earlier (but avoid this, as it affects Crit. C)

Q: What is the best way to prepare for teacher question portion at the end of the IO?

2025-05-13 07:01:45 UTC

Q: If I choose a photograph for my IO, do I only get to use one photo for an extract?

2025-05-13 07:07:30 UTC

If a poem is around 42 lines, is it too long?

2025-05-13 11:57:55 UTC

Q: Can I use a non-literary work for my IO that I have already used in another class?

2025-05-15 10:06:03 UTC

For your extract print out, are you able to bold or make different sized fonts to make it easier to view the points you wish to talk about in the text?

2025-05-20 07:03:05 UTC

In your 10 bullet points, are you able to use emojis to have more space for notes?

2025-05-20 07:04:04 UTC