Practice exam questions for Edexcel GCSE English Language paper 1

Help your students achieve excellence in Edexcel GCSE English Language Paper 1 with this comprehensive practice exam resource featuring authentic 19th-century fiction and detailed marking guidance.

What's included

• Complete exam-style questions based on Jane Austen's 'Persuasion', perfectly aligned with Paper 1 requirements
• Detailed mark scheme with progressive marking bands and examples of high-scoring responses
• Expert guidance on applying assessment criteria, with annotated examples showing how to award marks

Available as a free PDF download, or access the editable version with an English subscription.

How to use this resource

Perfect for both classroom practice and independent study. Use as a whole-class marking exercise to develop students' understanding of assessment criteria or as a mock exam practice. Students can peer-mark responses using the detailed marking guidance, developing their analytical and evaluative skills.

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