IGCSE English Language Exam Questions 1,2,3

IGCSE English Language Exam Questions 1,2,3

1. Q1

   • Worth 15 marks for writing 5 for reading (20 total)
     • 40 minutes
   • Do this Question second
   • Directed writing
   • Can be a journal,interview,letter
   • 3 bullet points
     • 5 points in each
     • 3 paragraphs
     • First is information retrieval
     • Second is Information from detail (e.g Feelings)
     • Third is attitude and emotions
     • Check them as they remind you what to write
   • Show feelings of character specific to the type of extract e.g leaflet,speech
     • Use context and the right language suitable for the audience specific to the type of extract
     • Right tone, sentence structure
     • Experience thought,feelings and imagened writing
     • Order facts,ideas,vocabulary and opinions
   • Dont repeat the points
   • 3 bullet points,5 points,3 paragraphs

2. Q2

   • Worth 10 marks
   • Do this Question last (this Q is savage)
   • Based on same passage on Q1
     • Two paragraphs to look at in more detail
     • Picking out 4/5 key words then P I D A on it
   • P,IDA,IDA,IDA
     • P(Point)= summary of the paragraph ( Only once for each paragraph)
       • 2 in total for 2 paragraphs
       • "In this paragraph....."
     • I(Identify)=Find the right word , say if its a verb,simile,metaphor etc but also describe it
       • "The verb "entangling" is used to describe how dangerous mount Everest can be as it refers to binding someone."
     • D(Define)= Say what that word(s) mean(s)
       • "The verb means binding over someone,leaving them out of control"
     • A(Analyze)= Say the impact it has (context and Simile)
       • "In this context it suggest that...... It makes it sound like..."
   • 20 minutes

3. Q3

   • Do this Question first
   • Worth 15 marks for the list and 5 marks for the summary (20 total)
   • 40 minutes
   • Highlight what youre looking for
     • You can convert it into a sentence starter
     • Read and highlight as many reasons as you can to fit 15 points
       • Make sure theres no repetition and that it fits onto the lines
         • Right out those 15 points each on a new line
   • Most answers may start with "it"
   • Then for the 5 marks a summary
     • A short version of the important part
       • Use compound and complex sentences(connectives)
         • Because, despite,therefore,however
         • point connective point
     • Base it on youre notes
       • at least two points in each sentence