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English Language
Monday 23 June
Monday 23 June
Paper 1: Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing
What's assessed
Section A: Reading; one literature fiction text 40 marks
Section B: Writing; descriptive or narrative writing 40 marks
How it's assessed
Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes
80 marks
50% of GCSE
Questions
Reading (40 marks) (25%) – one single text
1 short form question (1 x 4 marks) Comprehension
2 longer form questions (2 x 8 marks) Language analysis / Structure analysis
1 extended question (1 x 20 marks) Evaluation of what the writer has done (in relation to a statement); analysis of the methods the writer has used.
Writing (40 marks) (25%)
1 extended writing question (24 marks for content, 16 marks for technical accuracy) Creative writing (story writing/description); technical control
Revision Materials
Revision Materials
Please note that the format of the exam paper has changed slightly for this year group (for first examination in summer 2026). Care should be taken if using printed or online revision tools as most will be in the old format.
Mr Bruff is a well-known English teacher and online content creator who’s built a massive following for his English GCSE revision resources. He became popular through his YouTube channel, where he breaks down key English Literature and Language topics in an engaging, easy-to-understand way. Click on the buttons below to be taken to the videos to support revision for the 5 questions.
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