Guide to Paper 1 (AQA A-Level English Language): Quizzes
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How long does Paper 1 last?
How long does Paper 1 last?
Two and a half hours
How many marks is Section A Question 3 worth?
How many marks is Section A Question 3 worth?
20 marks
How many marks does AO3 carry in Section A Questions 1 and 2?
How many marks does AO3 carry in Section A Questions 1 and 2?
15 marks
How long should you spend on Section A Question 3?
How long should you spend on Section A Question 3?
20 minutes
What does 'representation' refer to in language analysis?
What does 'representation' refer to in language analysis?
How something appears, not how it is
How many questions must you answer in Section B?
How many questions must you answer in Section B?
One question
What are 'hotspots' in text analysis?
What are 'hotspots' in text analysis?
Areas conveying clearest, useful ideas
What does 'salient' mean in the context of language features?
What does 'salient' mean in the context of language features?
Most important or noticeable
What are 'hedges' in language?
What are 'hedges' in language?
Cautious language making statements less direct
How are marks split between assessment objectives in Section B?
How are marks split between assessment objectives in Section B?
AO1: 15 marks, AO2: 15 marks