Page 2: Question 2 Continuation and Question 3

This page continues the analysis for Question 2 and introduces Question 3 of the English Language Paper 1 2020 mark scheme.

Question 2 (continued):

• The writer uses metaphorical language and similes to describe the garden
• The tree is compared to a "malformed hand," creating an unwelcoming atmosphere
• Words like "knuckles" suggest conflict and anger within the garden

Highlight: Question 2 assesses AO2 - the ability to explain and analyze how writers use language and structure to achieve effects and influence readers.

Question 3 focuses on structural techniques:

• The writer uses a simple sentence to introduce the "stranger child" at the beginning
• The phrase "stranger child" is repeated throughout the text, building tension
• The focus shifts between the mysterious child and the writer's own children
• A circular structure is created with the child's disappearance at the end

Definition: Circular structure - a narrative technique where the ending reflects or returns to the beginning

• Rhetorical questions are used to create a personal feeling and involve the reader in the mystery

Quote: "The use of the shorter paragraph here separates this from the rest of the text, and thus builds up tension, mirroring the panic the writer is feeling build up inside"

This analysis demonstrates how structural elements contribute to the overall effect of the text, a key component of the English Language Paper 1 exemplar answers AQA.

Page 3: Question 4 Analysis

This page focuses on Question 4 of the AQA English Language Paper 1 model answers creative writing section.

Question 4 requires students to evaluate the effectiveness of the writer's methods:

• The writer creates a mysterious and tense atmosphere through various techniques
• Descriptive language is used to portray the garden as dark and unwelcoming
• Personification of plants adds to the eerie atmosphere

Example: The ivy is described as "choking" the tree, creating a sense of conflict and danger.

• The writer uses short, simple sentences to build tension and create a sense of unease
• Rhetorical questions engage the reader and reflect the narrator's growing anxiety

Quote: "Who was she? Where had she come from? Why was she here?"

• The circular structure of the narrative, beginning and ending with the mysterious child, enhances the overall sense of mystery

Highlight: Question 4 assesses AO4 - the ability to evaluate texts critically and support this with appropriate textual references.

The analysis demonstrates how various literary techniques work together to create a specific atmosphere and engage the reader, which is crucial for success in the June 2020 English Language Paper 1 exam.

Page 4: Question 5 Creative Writing

This page focuses on Question 5, the creative writing component of the English Language Paper 1 past papers.

Key points for the creative writing task:

• The prompt asks students to write a story about a mysterious encounter
• The response should demonstrate a range of narrative and descriptive skills

Highlight: The creative writing task assesses AO5 (content and organization) and AO6 (technical accuracy).

Example opening paragraph:

"The mist clung to the ground like a ghostly blanket, obscuring the path ahead. Sarah hesitated, her heart pounding in her chest as she peered into the gloom. Something moved in the shadows – a flicker of movement that sent a chill down her spine. She took a deep breath, steeling herself for what lay ahead, and stepped forward into the unknown."

Example: This opening uses descriptive language and creates tension to hook the reader.

Tips for success:

• Use a variety of sentence structures to create rhythm and pace
• Incorporate sensory details to make the scene vivid
• Develop characters through their actions and thoughts
• Use dialogue to advance the plot and reveal character
• Include literary devices such as metaphors and similes to enhance description

Vocabulary: Gloom - partial or total darkness

This guidance helps students craft engaging narratives for the GCSE English language 2020 paper 1 model answers PDF.

Page 5: Model Answer for Question 5

This page provides a model answer for Question 5 of the Grade 9 English Language Paper 1 model answers.

Model Answer Excerpt:

"The ancient oak loomed before me, its gnarled branches reaching out like skeletal fingers. I hesitated, my breath catching in my throat as I gazed up at its imposing silhouette against the twilight sky. Something about this tree felt... different. Wrong, somehow. As if it didn't belong in this world.

A whisper of movement caught my eye, and I froze. There, nestled in the twisted roots, was a small, shimmering doorway. It pulsed with an otherworldly light, beckoning me closer. My heart raced as I took a tentative step forward, drawn by an inexplicable urge to touch it, to see where it might lead..."

Highlight: This excerpt demonstrates strong descriptive skills and builds tension effectively.

Key features of the model answer:

• Vivid sensory details create a clear mental image
• Varied sentence structures maintain reader engagement
• Use of literary devices (simile, personification) enhances description
• The mysterious element is introduced gradually, building suspense

Example: The phrase "skeletal fingers" uses a simile to create a vivid and slightly unsettling image.

This model answer provides a benchmark for students aiming for top grades in the November 2020 English Language Paper 1 model answers.

Page 6: Examiner's Comments and Marking Criteria

This page offers examiner's comments and marking criteria for the English Language Paper 1 model answers AQA.

Examiner's Comments:

• The response demonstrates a sophisticated control of language
• There is a clear and compelling narrative voice
• The mysterious encounter is well-developed and engaging
• Descriptive techniques are used effectively to create atmosphere

Quote: "The ancient oak loomed before me, its gnarled branches reaching out like skeletal fingers."

Marking Criteria for Question 5:

Content and Organisation (AO5):

• Communication is convincing and compelling
• Tone, style, and register are assuredly matched to purpose and audience
• Extensive and ambitious vocabulary with sustained crafting of linguistic devices

Highlight: Top band responses show flair, originality, and a high level of control in their use of language.

Technical Accuracy (AO6):

• Sentence demarcation is consistently secure and consistently accurate
• Wide range of punctuation is used with a high level of accuracy
• Uses a full range of appropriate sentence forms for effect

Vocabulary: Demarcation - the action of fixing the boundary or limits of something

This guidance helps students understand the expectations for top-grade responses in the English Language Paper 1 exemplar answers AQA and AQA English Language Paper 1 model answers creative writing sections.

Page 1: Question 1 and 2 Analysis

This page focuses on the first two questions of the English Language Paper 1 model answers AQA.

Question 1 requires students to identify explicit information from the text. Key points include:

• Rosie has just moved house
• She sees an unrecognized child
• She drove from London the previous evening
• Rosie owns a car

Highlight: Question 1 assesses AO1 - the ability to identify and interpret explicit and implicit information from the text.

Question 2 delves into language analysis, examining how the writer describes the garden:

• Personification is used extensively to portray the garden elements
• The ancient mulberry tree is described as "stood" in the center, suggesting protection
• Phrases like "gnarled growth" and "twisted shadows" create dark imagery
• The ivy is described as "choking" the tree, implying conflict within the garden

Example: The phrase "its knuckles in the earth like a gigantic malformed hand" uses both metaphor and simile to vividly describe the tree.

Vocabulary: Gnarled - twisted and knotty, often used to describe old trees

The analysis demonstrates how language techniques contribute to the overall tension and atmosphere of the passage.