English Literature

Assessment

Exam (Paper 1) 3 hours (Section C - open book) and worth 40% of A Level. One Shakespeare question, one unseen poetry response and one question comparing texts. Exam (Paper 2) 2 hours and 30 minutes (Open book), worth 40% of A Level marks. One question on set text, one question on an unseen extract and one question linking two texts. Non Exam Assessment (coursework), worth 20% of A Level marks – independent study (2500 words) comparing two texts.