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IB English B: Human ingenuity

Entertainment, art, technology, scientific innovation. 2 subtopics, 10 key terms.

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In this topic: 3.1 · 3.2

3.1Entertainment, art and media

Key terms

streaming platform
a service delivering films or music online
binge-watch
to watch many episodes in a row
artistic expression
communicating ideas and feelings through art
censorship
suppression of content considered unacceptable
fake news
false information presented as news

Topics: entertainment, artistic expressions, communication and media, technology, scientific innovation.

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Exam tip: In a review, recommend clearly and justify: that's the message (criterion B).

3.2Technology and scientific innovation

Key terms

artificial intelligence
computer systems performing tasks requiring human intelligence
breakthrough
an important discovery
ethical dilemma
a choice between two morally difficult options
to pave the way for
to make something possible
drawback
a disadvantage

Debates: AI in education, gene editing (CRISPR), space exploration, social media.

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Exam tip: Use at least one conditional of each type in a Paper 1 opinion piece.

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