English Papers

English Language

Paper 1 — Q2 Language

  • Identify precise methods (imagery, sound, sentence form)
  • Zoom in on key words; analyse connotations
  • Effect on reader linked to writer’s intent
  • Short, integrated quotations

Paper 1 — Q3 Structure

  • Openings/endings; shifts in focus; contrast
  • Whole → part zoom; paragraph movement
  • Explain why structural choices matter

Paper 2 — Q4 Comparison

  • Comparative thesis established early
  • Methods + effects tied to perspective
  • Comparative connectives throughout

Cross-Subject Study

Active Recall

  • Flashcards or Q/A grids for each topic
  • Pause, answer from memory, then check
  • Tag cards: “again soon / fine / mastered”

Spaced Practice

  • Short, frequent sessions; rotate topics
  • Increase gaps after correct retrieval
  • Mix problem types (interleaving)

Exam Readiness

  • Timed practice with mark schemes
  • Red pen corrections & next steps
  • Pack list: calculator, pens, ID, timings