English Language Paper 2 Mock Readings and Questions with Answers and Rubrics

English Language Paper 2 Mock Readings and Questions: Complete Pack

This comprehensive pack is perfect for educators and students preparing for GCSE English Language Paper 2 exams. It includes five themed sets of readings and questions, tailored to test comparative analysis, language evaluation, and summary skills. Each set focuses on a specific topic and contains two contrasting non-fiction sources, with accompanying questions designed to simulate real exam conditions.

What’s Included

1. Gender
   o Source A: Emma Watson’s 2014 UN speech launching the HeForShe campaign.
   o Source B: Punch article (1859) titled “The Best Sewing Machine.”
2. Crime
   o Source A: A letter from The Times (1850).
   o Source B: A 2016 article from The Sun about a modern-day Fagin.
3. Bars
   o Source A: Charles Dickens’s vivid portrayal of a gin shop from Sketches by Boz (1835).
   o Source B: A contemporary bar review from The Telegraph (2018).
4. The Life of a Prisoner
   o Source A: Charles Dickens imagines the experience of a prisoner in Sketches by Boz (1836).
   o Source B: Michael Romero’s firsthand account of American prison life (2012).
5. Cholera and Sanitation
   o Source A: The Morning Chronicle article from 1849.
   o Source B: Nashon Tado’s 2018 report for the Norwegian Refugee Council.
   Key Features
   • Complete Answer Keys: Save time with expertly crafted answer keys for all questions.
   • Marking Rubrics: Ensure consistent grading with rubrics designed to align with GCSE standards.
   • Exam-Style Questions: Includes Q1 (true/false), Q2 (summary), Q3 (language analysis), and Q4 (comparison) to practice vital skills.
   Why Choose This Pack?
   • Time-Saving: Ready-to-use for lessons or independent study.
   • Variety: A broad range of engaging topics to suit different interests and provide historical and modern contrasts.
   • Exam Focused: Perfect for honing the skills needed for Paper 2 success.

This resource provides everything a KS4 student needs to refine their reading, analysis, and writing skills, ensuring they are fully prepared for Paper 2 of their English exam at the higher level.