Paper 2: Overview (Edexcel IGCSE English Language A: Paper 2: Poetry and Prose Texts and Imaginative Writing): Flashcards

Exam code: 4EA1

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  • Question 1

    Timing: ~45 minutes

    Type: reading analysis ("How does the writer...?")

    Marks: 30 marks

    How to answer:

    • Re-read the one printed anthology poem or prose text

    • Use the three bullet points to guide your answer

    • Analyse language and structure for effect with brief quotations

  • Questions 2, 3 and 4

    Timing: ~45 minutes

    Type: imaginative writing (choose one of three)

    Marks: 30 marks

    How to answer:

    • Describe, recount or narrate as the task requires

    • Question 4 offers two images as a prompt

    • Adapt your language and tone to audience and purpose

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