How to Approach Paper 1 (Edexcel GCSE English Language): Flashcards
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How many questions in Paper 1 Section A?
How many questions in Paper 1 Section A?
Four
What you receive in Paper 1 Section A
What you receive in Paper 1 Section A
1 fiction extract
Which question number is Section B?
Which question number is Section B?
Question 5 (the fifth question)
Type of writing for Paper 1 Section B
Type of writing for Paper 1 Section B
Imaginative/creative writing
Important rule for Section B questions
Important rule for Section B questions
Do NOT answer both - choose one
When to read questions (before/after extract?)
When to read questions (before/after extract?)
Before the extract
1st thing to look for when reading extract
1st thing to look for when reading extract
What stands out in terms of language
2nd thing to look for in extract
2nd thing to look for in extract
What stands out structurally
3rd thing to consider when reading extract
3rd thing to consider when reading extract
How are we supposed to feel as readers?
How many key questions when reading extract?
How many key questions when reading extract?
Three
What to do while reading the extract
What to do while reading the extract
Highlight & annotate with thoughts & feelings
What is always given at start of extract
What is always given at start of extract
Context