Andrew and Dave, the IB English Guys, discuss 10 pitfalls to avoid in the individual oral assessment. They emphasize the importance of balancing texts, focusing on the global issue, having a concise introduction, using transitions, delivering naturally, mentioning authorial choices, formatting extracts properly, providing context, discussing the body of work, and refining the global issue statement. The video aims to help students perform their best and enjoy the individual oral process.

What is the main purpose of the video by Andrew and Dave?

• To explain the grading rubric for exams

• To provide tips for writing essays

• To share personal experiences with teaching

• To discuss pitfalls to avoid in the individual oral

Why is it important to balance the discussion between two texts?

• To meet the rubric requirements

• To make the presentation longer

• To avoid discussing the global issue

• To ensure one text is more emphasized

What role does the global issue play in the individual oral?

• It is a minor detail

• It is the backbone of the assessment

• It is optional to mention

• It is only relevant in the conclusion

What should a good introduction include?

• A detailed analysis of one text

• A clear establishment of the global issue and both texts

• A list of all references

• A summary of the entire presentation

Why are transitions and signposting important?

• To avoid discussing the global issue

• To guide the examiner through the presentation

• To make the presentation longer

• To confuse the examiner

How can you avoid a robotic delivery?

• By speaking in a monotone voice

• By avoiding eye contact

• By practicing a natural and engaging delivery

• By reading directly from a script

What should be included when discussing authorial choices?

• Only the main character's choices

• Only a few examples

• A summary of the plot

• A wide range of vocabulary and understanding of effects

What is important about the format of the extract?

• It should be handwritten

• It should be in a different language

• It should be longer than the presentation

• It should be well-formatted and easy to follow

Why is providing context for extracts necessary?

• To confuse the examiner

• To avoid discussing the global issue

• To help the examiner understand the text

• To make the presentation longer

What should be discussed in addition to the extract?

• The author's biography

• Only the conclusion

• The entire body of work

• Only the introduction