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After twenty-six years as an English teacher and examiner, I now specialise in creating materials designed specifically for exam revision.

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After twenty-six years as an English teacher and examiner, I now specialise in creating materials designed specifically for exam revision.
An Inspector Calls Exam Questions
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An Inspector Calls Exam Questions

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This superb resource contains THIRTY sample exam questions for revising THEMES (12), CHARACTERS (12) and TECHNIQUES (6) of ‘An Inspector Calls’. These questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and demands of the AQA GCSE English Literature exam paper. Also included is concise information on the AOs and a student-friendly version of the Mark Scheme. Please check out my range of ‘An Inspector Calls’ resources: AQA 12 Sample Questions on Themes AQA 12 Sample Questions on Characters AQA 6 Sample Questions on Techniques Edexcel 15 Sample Questions on Themes Edexcel 15 Sample Questions on Characters Edexcel 30 Sample Questions on Themes and Characters These exam questions can be used both as class activities and as homework. They are also ideal for practice tests in the run-up to the exams. I hope these are helpful for you and instructive for your students – as always, I’d be delighted to hear any feedback you may have. I will be adding lots more GCSE revision resources to my shop so please check back regularly!
Lit B Aspects of Tragedy : Othello 12 Exam Questions
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This resource features a set of TWELVE exam questions for AQA English Lit B Aspects of Tragedy: Othello. These questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and demands of the new AQA English Lit B exam paper. They can be used both as class activities and as homework assignments. They are also ideal for practice tests in the run-up to the exams. I hope these questions are helpful for you and instructive for your students. As always, I’d be delighted to hear any feedback you may have. I’ll be adding lots more AS and A level resources to my shop so please ‘follow’ me or check back regularly!
Lit B AS Aspects of Tragedy : Poetry Anthology 12 Exam Questions
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Lit B AS Aspects of Tragedy : Poetry Anthology 12 Exam Questions

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This resource features a set of TWELVE exam questions for AQA English Lit B Aspects of Tragedy poetry. This selection focuses on the anthology poems. These questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and demands of the new AQA English Lit B exam paper. For your convenience, I’ve added three versions of each Chaucer question: one where the extract uses Chaucer’s English, one with modern English and one using both types. They can be used both as class activities and as homework. They are also ideal for practice tests in the run-up to the exams. I hope these questions are helpful for you and instructive for your students. As always, I’d be delighted to hear any feedback you may have. I’ll be adding lots more AS and A level resources to my shop so please ‘follow’ me or check back regularly!
The Merchant of Venice Revision: 2 Sample AQA Exam Questions
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The Merchant of Venice Revision: 2 Sample AQA Exam Questions

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This resource contains TWO sample exam questions for revising 'The Merchant of Venice' for AQA English Literature. The topics examined are Antonio's character and the theme of love. These questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and demands of the new AQA GCSE English Literature exam paper. Please check out my other AQA 'The Merchant of Venice' Resources: 6 Exam Questions on Antonio: 3 on his character and 3 on relevant themes 8 Exam Questions on Shylock: 3 on his character and 5 on relevant themes Character of Portia - 8 sample AQA exam questions Characters - 12 sample AQA exam questions Themes - 12 sample AQA exam questions Themes and Characters - all 24 sample AQA exam questions I’ve used these exam questions both as class activities and as homework. They are also ideal for practice tests in the run-up to the exams. I hope these are helpful for you and instructive for your students – as always, I’d be delighted to hear any feedback you may have.
Romeo and Juliet Revision: 2 Sample AQA Exam Questions
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Romeo and Juliet Revision: 2 Sample AQA Exam Questions

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This resource contains TWO sample exam questions for revising 'Romeo and Juliet' for AQA English Literature. The topics examined are Romeo's character and the theme of attitudes towards love. These questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and demands of the new AQA GCSE English Literature exam paper. Please take a moment to view the wide range of 'Romeo and Juliet' revision resources in my shop: 12 Sample Questions on the Character of Romeo 6 Sample Questions on the Character of Juliet 24 Sample Questions on Themes and Characters 12 Sample Questions on Themes 12 Sample Questions on Characters
Macbeth Revision: 2 Sample AQA Exam Questions
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Macbeth Revision: 2 Sample AQA Exam Questions

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This resource contains TWO sample exam questions for revising ‘Macbeth’ for AQA English Literature. The topics examined are Macbeth’s character and the theme of deception. These questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and demands of the new AQA GCSE English Literature exam paper. You can also purchase a presentation and a series of worksheets with a sample answer to the character of Macbeth question here. Please take a moment to view the wide range of Macbeth revision resources in my shop: Macbeth bundle – 20 sample exam questions on the characters of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth PLUS Presentation and Worksheets showing how to write a sample answer Themes and Characters of Macbeth – all 24 sample AQA exam questions Character of Macbeth – a Presentation and series of Worksheets showing students exactly how to answer an exam question Character of Lady Macbeth – 8 sample AQA exam questions The Supernatural in Macbeth – 7 sample AQA exam questions Characters of Macbeth – 12 sample AQA exam questions **Themes of Macbeth – 12 sample AQA exam questions My shop also features several Edexcel Macbeth resources: Character of Macbeth – 12 sample Edexcel questions Character of Lady Macbeth – 7 sample Edexcel questions**
Macbeth Quiz
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Macbeth Quiz

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This resource is a 50-question ‘Macbeth’ quiz, divided into five rounds. The rounds are: Family Ties, Places, Animals, Scotland and ‘Who said it?’. The questions range from straightforward to difficult and will be ideal for helping students to revise characters, setting, imagery, context and memorable quotes. The resource consists of: 1. Macbeth Quiz – this consists of five 10-question rounds. The quiz can be run in two ways – you can either call out the questions and have the students fill in the blank answer grids I’ve provided, or you can distribute the handouts I’ve created for each round. For your convenience, I’ve included full answer sheets for each round. These are also on the presentation so that students can correct their own work if necessary. These sheets can also be used as in-class or homework activities. 2. Powerpoint Presentation – includes answers to the fifty questions so that students can correct their own work. Please check out my range of AQA Macbeth resources: Macbeth bundle – 20 sample exam questions on the characters of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth PLUS Presentation and Worksheets showing how to write a sample answer Themes and Characters of Macbeth – all 24 sample AQA exam questions Character of Macbeth – a Presentation and series of Worksheets showing students exactly how to answer an exam question Characters of Macbeth – 12 sample AQA exam questions My shop also features several Edexcel Macbeth resources: Character of Macbeth – 12 sample Edexcel questions Character of Lady Macbeth – 7 sample Edexcel questions Macbeth Themes and Characters – 24 sample Edexcel questions
Love and Relationships Poetry Bundle
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Love and Relationships Poetry Bundle

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Just what you need for this time of year – work AND play! This resource features a set of TWELVE sample exam questions for ‘Love and Relationships’ poetry and ALSO a ‘Fun Pack’ containing a range of fun activities designed to entertain your students while reinforcing their knowledge of the poets and poetry of the ‘Love and Relationships’ cluster. Sample Questions: The questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and demands of the new AQA GCSE English Literature exam paper. I’ve used these exam questions both as class activities and as homework. They are also ideal for practice tests in the run-up to the exams. Fun Pack: This consists of a range of fun activities designed to entertain your students while reinforcing their knowledge of the poets and poetry of the AQA ‘Love and Relationships’ cluster. The contents are: 1. Table Quiz – this consists of four 15-question rounds, focusing on the opening lines, closing lines, subject matter and titles of the fifteen poems. The table quiz can be run in two ways – you can either call out the questions and have the students fill in the blank answer grids I’ve provided, or you can distribute the handouts I’ve created for each round. For your convenience, I’ve included full answer sheets for each round. These are also on the presentation so that students can correct their own work if necessary. These sheets can also be used as in-class or homework activities as they facilitate a really close re-reading of the poems. 2. Powerpoint Presentation – includes answers to the sixty questions so that students can correct their own work. 3. Anagrams – this is an A4 handout of anagrams using the poets’ full names. Answers included. 4. Wordsearch – using the poets’ names. 5. Wordsearch – using the poem titles. 6. Crossword – using the poem titles. I’m currently adding lots of GCSE poetry resources to my shop so please check back regularly! I hope this is useful for you and instructive for your students - as always, I’d love to hear any feedback you may have.
Power and Conflict Poetry Bundle
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Power and Conflict Poetry Bundle

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Just what you need for this time of year – work AND play! This resource features a set of TWELVE sample exam questions for ‘Power and Conflict’ poetry and ALSO a ‘Fun Pack’ containing a range of activities designed to entertain your students while reinforcing their knowledge of the poets and poetry of the ‘Power and Conflict’ cluster. Sample Questions: The questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and demands of the new AQA GCSE English Literature exam paper. Fun Pack: 1. Table Quiz – this consists of four 15-question rounds, focusing on the opening lines, closing lines, subject matter and titles of the fifteen poems. The table quiz can be run in two ways – you can either call out the questions and have the students fill in the blank answer grids I’ve provided, or you can distribute the handouts I’ve created for each round. For your convenience, I’ve included full answer sheets. These are also on the presentation so that students can correct their own work if necessary. These sheets can also be used as in-class or homework activities as they facilitate a really close re-reading of the poems. 2. Powerpoint Presentation – includes answers so that students can correct their own work. 3. Anagrams – this is an A4 handout of anagrams using the poets’ full names. Answers included. 4. Wordsearch – poets’ names. 5. Wordsearch – poem titles. 6. Crossword A – poem titles. 7. Crossword B – poets’ names. 12 Sample Exam Questions AND Presentation and Worksheets comparing two poems Presentations on FOUR different pairs of poems Presentations and Worksheets on FOUR different pairs of poems Presentation and Worksheets Comparing ‘Bayonet Charge’ and ‘Remains’ Presentation and Worksheets Comparing ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’ and ‘Poppies’/strong>
Edexcel Conflict Poetry Bundle
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Edexcel Conflict Poetry Bundle

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This bundle features a set of TWELVE exam questions for ‘Conflict’ poetry AND a 30-slide Powerpoint presentation AND supporting worksheets, showing students how to create an exam answer comparing ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’ by Alfred, Lord Tennyson and ‘Poppies’ by Jane Weir. Please check out my other Edexcel Conflict Poetry Resources: 12 Edexcel sample exam questions Short version of 12 Edexcel sample exam questions Presentation AND worksheets comparing ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’ and ‘Poppies’ Presentation comparing ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’ and ‘Poppies’ Worksheets comparing ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’ and ‘Poppies’ Poetry Profiles: student workbook for analysing and recording all their GCSE poetry
Sive, Casablanca, How Many Miles to Babylon? - Leaving Cert English Comparative Studies Sample Essays and Introductions
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Sive, Casablanca, How Many Miles to Babylon? - Leaving Cert English Comparative Studies Sample Essays and Introductions

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This bundle features two Leaving Cert English Comparative Studies essays on the topics of Literary Genre and General Vision and Viewpoint. The texts examined are John B Keane’s ‘Sive’, Jennifer Johnston’s ‘How Many Miles to Babylon?’ and ‘Casablanca’, directed by Michael Curtiz. It also includes a file containing seven sample introductions for Comparative Studies essays.
Macbeth Revision Bundle
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Macbeth Revision Bundle

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This bundle offers everything you need to begin preparing your class to answer AQA exam questions on the characters of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. - 12 sample exam questions on the character of Macbeth and 8 sample exam questions on the character of Lady Macbeth, designed to reflect exactly the actual exam paper - Presentation, showing students how to structure and create an exam answer on Macbeth’s character - Series of worksheets, including sample answer essay, Macbeth AOs, essay planning grids and blank grid for further use Please check out my other AQA Macbeth resources: Macbeth bundle – 20 sample exam questions on the characters of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth PLUS Presentation and Worksheets showing how to write a sample answer Themes and Characters of Macbeth – all 24 sample AQA exam questions Character of Macbeth – a Presentation and series of Worksheets showing students exactly how to answer an exam question Character of Macbeth – 12 sample AQA exam questions Character of Lady Macbeth – 8 sample AQA exam questions The Supernatural in Macbeth – 7 sample AQA exam questions Minor characters of Macbeth – 8 sample AQA exam questions Characters of Macbeth – 12 sample AQA exam questions Themes of Macbeth – 12 sample AQA exam questions
Leaving Cert English Comparative Studies Bundle
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Leaving Cert English Comparative Studies Bundle

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This bundle contains one set of sample introductions for Comparative Studies essays and four individual essays: 1. General Vision and Viewpoint of Sive, Casablanca and How Many Miles to Babylon?. 2. General Vision and Viewpoint of Witness, Silas Marner and Juno and the Paycock. 3. Literary Genre of Sive, Casablanca and How Many Miles to Babylon?. 4. Literary Genre of Jane Eyre, Dances With Wolves and I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings.
Love  Relationships Poetry Sample Exam Questions AND Answer:  'Porphyria’s Lover’ + ‘Neutral Tones'
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Love Relationships Poetry Sample Exam Questions AND Answer: 'Porphyria’s Lover’ + ‘Neutral Tones'

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This resource features TWELVE exam questions for 'Love and Relationships’ poetry AND a 31-slide Powerpoint presentation AND supporting worksheets, showing students how to create an exam answer comparing ‘Porphyria’s Lover’ by Robert Browning and ‘Neutral Tones’ by Thomas Hardy. The presentation is designed to help you prepare your class to answer a GCSE English Literature question on AQA Love and Relationships Poetry. It has been carefully designed and created to help you guide your class through each part of the essay writing process. It examines each of the following elements: the AOs and the Mark Scheme, exam timing and weighting, essay structure, how to write an introduction, using ‘rough notes’ for planning, contents of the main body and how to write a conclusion. Most importantly, it features many extracts from the sample exam answer which are annotated to show the importance of using subject terminology, precise and judicious quotes and comparative links. The worksheets included are: 1. Love and Relationships Sample Answers – this 800-word sample answer to the question is presented in two formats. The first is a one-page A4 handout of the essay itself. The second is a two-page A4 handout with wider margins and more generous spacing – this allows ample space for annotation and highlighting. I would suggest copying this onto an A3 sheet – I’ve used it very effectively with pairs of students using different colour markers to highlight the various AOs, the subject terminology, comparative terms, precise quotes etc. 2. Love and Relationships Sample Planning Grid –a one-page A4 handout which shows the students how to use ‘rough notes’ to plan and structure their essay. 4. Planning Grid Template –a one-page A4 handout featuring a blank Planning Grid which students can use to plan their own essays for any part of the GCSE English course. 5. Love and Relationships AOs –a one-page A4 handout which explains the AOs to students in a manner that is accessible and easy to understand. Each element can also be purchased individually: Presentation and Worksheets Worksheets only Presentation only 12 Sample Exam Questions
Power and Conflict Poetry - Sample Exam Questions - Revision Answer:'Bayonet Charge' and 'Remains'
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Power and Conflict Poetry - Sample Exam Questions - Revision Answer:'Bayonet Charge' and 'Remains'

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This resource features a set of TWELVE exam questions for 'Power and Conflict' poetry AND a 32-slide Powerpoint presentation AND supporting worksheets, showing students how to create an exam answer comparing ‘Remains’ by Simon Armitage with ‘Bayonet Charge’ by Ted Hughes. These questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and demands of the new AQA GCSE English Literature exam paper. They can be used as class activities, homework and for practice tests in the run-up to the exams. The presentation is designed to help you prepare your class to answer a GCSE English Literature question on AQA Power and Conflict Poetry. It is NOT intended to teach students the poems themselves – students should already be familiar with the two poems used within. It has been carefully designed and created to help you guide your class through each part of the essay writing process. It examines each of the following elements: the AOs and the Mark Scheme, exam timing and weighting, essay structure, how to write an introduction, using ‘rough notes’ for planning, contents of the main body and how to write a conclusion. Most importantly, it features many extracts from the sample exam answer which are annotated to show the importance of using subject terminology, precise and judicious quotes and comparative links. The worksheets included are: 1. Power and Conflict Sample Answers – this 800-word sample answer to the question is presented in two formats for your convenience. The first is a one-page A4 handout of the essay itself. The second is a two-page A4 handout with wider margins and more generous spacing – this allows ample space for annotation and highlighting, allowing students to completely break down the elements of the essay. I would suggest copying this onto an A3 sheet – I’ve used it very effectively with pairs of students using different colour markers to highlight the various AOs, the subject terminology, comparative terms, precise quotes etc. 2. Power and Conflict Sample Planning Grid –a one-page A4 handout which shows the students how to use ‘rough notes’ to plan and structure their essay. 4. Planning Grid Template –a one-page A4 handout featuring a blank Planning Grid which students can use to plan their own essays for any part of the GCSE English course. 5. Power and Conflict AOs –a one-page A4 handout which explains the AOs to students in a manner that is accessible and easy to understand. It eliminates any confusion about the Mark Scheme and shows students exactly what elements need to be included to gain maximum marks. I hope these are helpful for you and instructive for your students – as always, I’d be delighted to hear any feedback you may have. I will be adding lots more GCSE revision resources to my shop so please check back regularly!
Eduqas Transactional Writing Articles Letters Speeches
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Eduqas Transactional Writing Articles Letters Speeches

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This resource features 40 sample exam questions for the second question of Paper Two GCSE English Language: 12 articles, 16 letters and 12 speeches. These questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and layout of the Eduqas GCSE English new specification, allowing students to become more comfortable with the appearance and demands of their exam paper. The tasks featured ask students to write to a variety of audiences, allowing them to practise using the appropriate style and register for each context. These exam questions can be used both as class activities and as homework. They are also ideal for practice tests in the run-up to the exams. Other Transactional Writing Resources for Eduqas: 12 Sample Eduqas Questions on Speeches 16 Sample Eduqas Questions on Letters 12 Sample Eduqas Questions on Articles I hope these are helpful for you and instructive for your students – as always, I’d be delighted to hear any feedback you may have. I will be adding lots more GCSE revision resources to my shop so please check back regularly!
Transactional Writing  Edexcel Exam Questions
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Transactional Writing Edexcel Exam Questions

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This resource features 40 sample exam questions for the second question of Paper Two GCSE English Language: 12 articles, 16 letters and 12 speeches. These questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and layout of the Edexcel GCSE English new specification, allowing students to become more comfortable with the appearance and demands of their exam paper. The tasks featured ask students to write to a variety of audiences, allowing them to practise using the appropriate style and register for each context. These exam questions can be used both as class activities and as homework. They are also ideal for practice tests in the run-up to the exams. Other Transactional Writing Resources for Edexcel: 16 Sample Edexcel Questions on Letters 12 Sample Edexcel Questions on Speeches 12 Sample Edexcel Questions on Articles I hope these are helpful for you and instructive for your students – as always, I’d be delighted to hear any feedback you may have. I will be adding lots more GCSE revision resources to my shop so please check back regularly!
Transactional Writing AQA Exam Questions
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Transactional Writing AQA Exam Questions

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This resource features 40 sample exam questions for the second question of Paper Two GCSE English Language: 12 articles, 16 letters and 12 speeches. These questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and layout of the AQA GCSE English new specification, allowing students to become more comfortable with the appearance and demands of their exam paper. The tasks featured ask students to write to a variety of audiences, allowing them to practise using the appropriate style and register for each context. These exam questions can be used both as class activities and as homework. They are also ideal for practice tests in the run-up to the exams. Check out my other Transactional Writing resources for AQA: 12 Sample AQA Questions on Speeches 16 Sample AQA Questions on Letters 12 Sample AQA Questions on Articles I hope these are helpful for you and instructive for your students – as always, I’d be delighted to hear any feedback you may have. I will be adding lots more GCSE revision resources to my shop so please check back regularly!
Transactional Writing OCR Exam Questions
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Transactional Writing OCR Exam Questions

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This resource features 40 sample exam questions for the second question of Paper Two GCSE English Language: 12 articles, 16 letters and 12 speeches. These questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and layout of the OCR GCSE English new specification, allowing students to become more comfortable with the appearance and demands of their exam paper. The tasks featured ask students to write to a variety of audiences, allowing them to practise using the appropriate style and register for each context. These exam questions can be used both as class activities and as homework. They are also ideal for practice tests in the run-up to the exams. Other Transactional Writing Resources for OCR: 12 Sample OCR Questions on Speeches 16 Sample OCR Questions on Letters 12 Sample OCR Questions on Articles I hope these are helpful for you and instructive for your students – as always, I’d be delighted to hear any feedback you may have. I will be adding lots more GCSE revision resources to my shop so please check back regularly!
Transactional Writing –Speeches – OCR
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Transactional Writing –Speeches – OCR

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This resource features 12 sample exam questions for the second question of Paper Two GCSE English Language. This is the question which may require GCSE students to write a speech. These questions have been carefully designed to reflect the exact format and layout of the OCR GCSE English new specification, allowing students to become more comfortable with the appearance and demands of their exam paper. The twelve tasks featured ask students to write speeches to be delivered to a variety of audiences, allowing them to practise using the appropriate style and register for each context. Other Transactional Writing Resources for OCR: 40 Sample OCR Questions: Letters, Speeches and Articles 16 Sample OCR Questions on Letters 12 Sample OCR Questions on Articles These exam questions can be used both as class activities and as homework. They are also ideal for practice tests in the run-up to the exams. I hope these are helpful for you and instructive for your students – as always, I’d be delighted to hear any feedback you may have. I will be adding lots more GCSE revision resources to my shop so please check back regularly!