š IGCSE English Language (Edexcel)
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Focus on the Question
Always highlight key words (e.g., “how,” “why,” “compare”) before writing. Tailor your answer directly to the task.
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Structure Your Answers
Use clear paragraphing:
- Point: Make a clear point.
- Evidence: Short, relevant quote.
- Explain: How it supports the point.
- Zoom: Language/technique analysis.
- Link: Tie back to the question.
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Learn Techniques
Be confident spotting: metaphor, simile, personification, juxtaposition, tone, rhetorical questions.
ā Timing
- Spend 5 minutes planning.
- Leave 5 minutes at the end for checking SPaG (Spelling, Punctuation, Grammar).
ā Reading Section Tips
- Annotate quickly (highlight main ideas, key words).
- When summarizing, use your own words as much as possible.
ā Writing Section Tips
- Focus on audience, purpose, and form (e.g., letter vs article vs speech).
- Vary sentence lengths and use ambitious vocabulary naturally.