English Literature
The Edexcel International GCSE in English Literature introduces students to a relevant, up-to-date and engaging selection of texts ranging from British heritage to modern international texts.
EXAM BOARD: Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (4ET1)
HEAD OF ENGLISH: Mrs Scally
DEPUTY HEAD OF ENGLISH: Mrs Brooks
STAFF: Miss Bartler, Miss Batey, Mrs Birtles, Mrs Christian, Mrs Cummins, Mrs Dempsey, Mrs Devine, Mrs Doyle, Mr Mitchell, Mrs Riley, Mr Brierly, Mr Smith, Ms Macken, Ms Clarke
The aims of this qualification are to enable learners to:
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Engage with and develop the ability to read, understand and respond to a wide range of literary texts from around the world
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Develop an appreciation of the ways in which writers achieve their literary effects
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Develop the skills needed for literary study
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Explore, through literature, the cultures of their own and other societies
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Find enjoyment in reading literature and understand its influence on individuals and societies
ASSESSMENT:
PAPER 1: POETRY MODERN PROSE
Written exam. Duration: 2 hours. 90 marks total. Closed book (texts are not allowed).
Section A: Unseen Poetry
Section B: Anthology Poetry
Section C: Modern Prose (Of Mice and Men/To Kill a Mockingbird)
60%
PAPER 2: MODERN DRAMA AND LITERARY HERITAGE TEXTS
40%
Written exam. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes. 60 marks total. Open book exam.
Section A: An Inspector Calls
Section B: Macbeth