English Language - Explorations in creative reading and writing (November 2024)

GCSE English Language

AQA

2024

How to Use This Paper Effectively

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For language analysis, always use the PEE structure: Point, Evidence (quote), Explain the effect.

In creative writing, aim for varied sentence lengths and ambitious vocabulary — but keep it natural.

Spend 5 minutes planning your creative writing piece — a brief plan prevents rambling.

Time yourself strictly — many students run out of time on the writing section. Allocate time per question and stick to it.

Read the source texts carefully before attempting any questions. Underline key phrases as you read.

What’s on This Paper

Paper 1 focuses on Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing. You will read one literature fiction text (a prose extract or short story) and answer four reading comprehension questions that test your ability to identify information, analyse language, analyse structure, and evaluate texts critically. The final section is a creative writing task based on a visual stimulus.

Question types you’ll encounter:

Information retrieval (listing)

Language analysis (how does the writer use language?)

Structural analysis (how is the text structured?)

Critical evaluation (to what extent do you agree?)

Creative writing (descriptive or narrative)

Paper Details

Basic Information

Paper Number:: Paper 1 (Nov 24)
Time Allowed:: 1h 45m

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