Section A: Directed Writing (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE English Language): Exam Questions

Exam code: 0500 & 0990

7 hours11 questions
140 marks

Question 1

Read Text A and Text B in the insert (as found in the November 2022 (0500/21 (opens in a new tab)) exam paper) and then answer the question.

Imagine you have a friend who is considering whether to buy a gift experience for someone they know, or to choose another type of gift. They have asked for your advice.

Write a letter to your friend offering your advice.

In your letter you should:

  • evaluate the ideas, opinions and attitudes given in both texts

  • explain what your friend needs to consider when deciding on the most appropriate type of gift for this person

  • give reasons to support your advice.

Base your letter on what you have read in both texts, but be careful to use your own words. Address all of the bullet points.

Write about 250 to 350 words. Up to 15 marks are available for the content of your answer, and up to 25 marks for the quality of your writing.