Paper 1: How to Answer Question 1 (AQA GCSE English Language): Revision Notes
📚 Revision Notes
Paper 1: How to Answer Question 1
What is it asking?
- Q1 now tests your ability to READ carefully and pick the correct answer in a multiple-choice format
- It focuses on identifying explicit information and ideas from the extract
- You do not need to write a response — you select the best option from the choices given
Timings
| Marks | Timings |
|---|---|
| [4] | 5 minutes (max) |
Important
Tips:
- The answer is always within the lines provided in the question — don't look outside this section
- Read all four options carefully — they may look similar, so check each word
- Eliminate the clearly wrong answers before making your choice
- Remember: you are identifying facts, not analysing the text
- Keep moving — it's only worth 4 marks, so don't spend too long
Example
Example question style in the new format: From lines 1–5, what do we learn about the narrator's feelings? A) They are nervous about what lies ahead B) They are excited to see their friends C) They feel calm and relaxed D) They are annoyed with the weather