English Language,GCSE (AQA), Practice Paper and Model Answers (Mountaineering) - Paper One

Aimed for GCSE, (AQA) English Language teachers, this resource is ideal to teach the different elements of Paper One. It includes model responses to the practice questions which will help students understand what is required of them and provides a useful resource for examination preparation!

The practice paper, reading material is a detailed, engaging extract taken from a novel about mountaineering. It allows students to practice skills such as understanding characters, setting, and emotions while responding to AQA-style questions. The paper contains typical Section A questions. focusing on reading comprehension and analysis, with questions addressing language techniques, structure, and character evaluation.

Section B provides creative writing prompts, encouraging students to either describe a mountaineering scene - picture prompt - or write a story about a mountain rescue.

Model answers are included to give students examples of high-quality responses, guiding them on how to structure answers and use evidence effectively. Students will be able to see the type of language they need to use to respond to the text. These are followed by reference to how the model responses meet the assessment criteria.

An additional resource on using similes in creative writing is provided. This includes a detailed explanation, examples and an exercise. It is useful for an extension activity to help students develop their writing.