The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time (Edexcel IGCSE English Literature): Exam Questions

Exam code: 4ET1

4 hours7 questions
1
30 marks

How is the relationship between Ed and Judy Boone presented in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time?

You must consider language, form and structure in your answer.

[30 marks]

2
30 marks

‘Christopher, Ed, Judy and Mrs Shears all try to cope with loss in different ways.’

Explore how different types of loss are dealt with in the play.

You must consider language, form and structure in your answer.

[30 marks]

3
30 marks

How is Christopher presented in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time?

You must consider language, form and structure in your answer.

[30 marks]

4
30 marks

How are Mr and Mrs Shears important in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time?

You must consider language, form and structure in your answer.

[30 marks]

5
30 marks

Ed (talking to Christopher): “You have to know that I am going to tell you the truth from now on.”

Explore the significance of truth and lies in the play.

You must consider language, form and structure in your answer.

[30 marks]

6
30 marks

Discuss the presentation of Christopher's relationship with animals in the play.

You must consider language, form and structure in your answer.

[30 marks]

7
30 marks

Ed (talking about Christopher): “I cooked his meals. I cleaned his clothes. I looked after him every weekend.”

Explore the idea of looking after others in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time.

You must consider language, form and structure in your answer.

[30 marks]