Paper 1: Section A Reading (Edexcel IGCSE English Language A: Paper 1: Non-fiction Texts and Transactional Writing): Exam Questions

Look again at lines 52–62 (as found in the Jan 2023 exam paper (opens in a new tab)).

In your own words, describe the writer’s thoughts and actions.

From lines 63–74, explain what we learn about the magpie (as found in the Jan 2023 exam paper (opens in a new tab)). 

You may support your points with brief quotations.

Text Two: From H is for Hawk 

Remind yourself of the extract from H is for Hawk (Text Two in the Source Booklet) as found in the Jan 2023 exam paper (opens in a new tab). 

How does the writer, Helen Macdonald, use language and structure in Text Two to present the two birds? 

You should support your answer with close reference to the extract, including brief quotations.

Question 5 is based on both Text One and Text Two from the Source Booklet (as found in the Jan 2023 exam paper (opens in a new tab)).

Compare how the writers present their ideas and perspectives about their experiences.

Support your answer with detailed examples from both texts, including brief quotations.