The GCSE English Literature Exam consists of 5 parts. The exam will be split into 2 sections. Please allocate at least 240 minutes for the exam, as this is a timed practice. To the right, you can find the breakdown of each section, including question format and time limits.
| Section | Time | Points | % of Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Section A: Shakespeare | 52.5 mins | 34 | 34% |
| 1A Section B: 19th-Century Novel | 52.5 mins | 30 | 30% |
| 2B Section A: Modern Texts | 45 mins | 34 | 34% |
| 2B Section B: Poetry Anthology | 45 mins | 30 | 30% |
| 2B Section C: Unseen Poetry | 45 mins | 32 | 32% |
AP Score | Section A: Shakespeare | Section B: 19th-Century Novel | Section A: Modern Texts | Section B: Poetry Anthology | Section C: Unseen Poetry | Submitted |
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