Leave Taking (WJEC Eduqas GCSE English Literature): Exam Questions

Exam code: C720

4 hours6 questions
1
40 marks

Write about Helen in A Taste of Honey and how Delaney presents her importance to the play as a whole.

In your response you should:

  • refer to the extract and the play as a whole

  • show your understanding of characters and events in the play.

5 of this question’s marks are allocated for accuracy in spelling, punctuation and the use of vocabulary and sentence structures.

A dialogue excerpt from a play featuring characters Helen, Peter, and Jo. Peter, a brash car salesman, interacts tensely with Helen and Jo in a domestic setting.
2
40 marks

Write about the relationship between Jo and Geof and how it is presented at different points in the play.

In your response you should:

  • refer to the extract and the play as a whole

  • show your understanding of characters and events in the play.

5 of this question’s marks are allocated for accuracy in spelling, punctuation and the use of vocabulary and sentence structures.

A dialogue script featuring characters Jo and Geof discussing life, cleaning under a sofa, insurance, and relationships, with Jo expressing strong emotions.
3
40 marks

Write about the character of Geof and how he is presented at different points in the play.

In your response you should:

  • refer to the extract and the play as a whole

  • show your understanding of characters and events in the play

5 of this question’s marks are allocated for accuracy in spelling, punctuation and the use of vocabulary and sentence structures.

A dialogue between Geof and Helen discussing Jo's situation; tensions arise about who should stay with Jo. Scene ends with Helen angrily discarding Geof's food.
4
40 marks

A Taste of Honey is a play about love. Write about love and how it is presented at different points in the play.

In your response you should:

  • refer to the extract and the play as a whole

  • show your understanding of characters and events in the play

5 of this question’s marks are allocated for accuracy in spelling, punctuation and the use of vocabulary and sentence structures.

Dialogue between Jo and a boy discussing staying for Christmas, affection, and promises, with humorous and tender exchanges.
5
40 marks

Write about the relationship between Jo and Helen and how it is presented at different points in the play.

In your response you should:

  • refer to the extract and the play as a whole

  • show your understanding of characters and events in the play

5 of this question’s marks are allocated for accuracy in spelling, punctuation and the use of vocabulary and sentence structures.

Dialog between two characters, Helen and Jo, discussing self-portraits, art school, and personal issues, highlighting tension and emotional strain.
6
40 marks

Write about Jo and how she is presented at different points in the play.

In your response you should:

  • refer to the extract and the play as a whole

  • show your understanding of characters and events in the play

5 of this question’s marks are allocated for accuracy in spelling, punctuation and the use of vocabulary and sentence structures.

Text excerpt from a dialogue script featuring a conversation between characters Geof and Jo about relationships, love, and future plans.