Paper 1 (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE English Language): Flashcards

Timing: _{15 minutes reading, then} 20 minutes

Type: comprehension, parts (a)–(f), on Text A

Marks: 20 marks

How to answer:

• Use only the lines named

• Match your points to the marks

• For "own words" parts, don't copy the text

Timing: ~20 minutes

Type: summary of Text B

Marks: 15 marks (10 reading + 5 writing)

How to answer:

• No more than 120 words

• Continuous writing, not notes

• Own words, no quotations

Timing: ~5 minutes

Type: writer's attitude in Text B

Marks: 5 marks

How to answer:

• Make a judgement ("assess")

• Use three separate details

• Explain how each shows the attitude

Timing: ~10 minutes

Type: short answers on Text C

Marks: 10 marks

How to answer:

• (a) Find words that suggest the same idea as the bold words

• (b) Explain each bold word in your own words (1 mark each)

• (c) Explain one example in context

Timing: ~20 minutes

Type: language task on Text C, 200–250 words

Marks: 10 marks

How to answer:

• Choose three powerful words or phrases

• Meaning in context → connotations → effect

• Don't just name devices

Timing: ~30 minutes

Type: extended response to Text C, 250–300 words

Marks: 20 marks (10 reading + 10 writing)

How to answer:

• Write as a letter, report, journal, speech, interview or article

• Cover all three bullet points

• Write in role and develop ideas from Text C