English Literature Paper 2 - 19th-century Novel and Poetry since 1789 Exam Instructions (1ET0/02)

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Exam instructions for Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1) English Literature Paper 2, covering a 19th-century novel and poetry since 1789. Specifies the exam date and session timing, required materials (Questions and Extracts booklet), and the document as a closed book assessment. Provides guidance on using black ink, completing candidate details, selecting questions across Section A and Section B parts, and allocating time between sections. Total marks and submission layout instructions are included, with space for choosing answers.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages48

Reading Time2 h 1 min

AccessFree to download

Instructions

Candidate details and materials

Answering requirements

Time allocation and guidance

Marking and closed book notice

| Please check the examination details below before entering your candidate information
Candidate surname Other names
Centre Number Candidate Number | | | --- | --- | | Pearson Edexcel
Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1) | | | Thursday 21 May 2020
Morning (Time: 2 hours 15 minutes) Paper Reference 1ET0/02 English Literature
Paper 2: 19th-century Novel and Poetry since 1789
You must have:
Questions and Extracts Booklet (enclosed)
Total Marks | | Instructions • Use black ink or ball-point pen. • Fill in the boxes at the top of this page with your name, centre number and candidate number. • Answer one question in Section A, one question in Section B, Part 1 and Question 11 in Section B, Part 2. • You should spend about 55 minutes on Section A •• You shouYou shoud spend about 35 md spend about 45 mnutes on Sectnutes on Secton Bon B,,. Part 1Part 2.. You will need this time to read and respond to the question on two unseen poems. • Answer the questions in the spaces provided – there may be more space than you need. Information • This is a closed book exam. • The total mark for this paper is 80 • The marks for each question are shown in brackets . – use this as a guide as to how much time to spend on each question. Advice • Read each question carefully before you start to answer it • Check your answers if you have time at the end . . Turn over P62604A ©2020 Pearson Education Ltd. 1/1/1/1/1 *P62604A0120* SECTION A – 19th-century Novel Indicate which question you are answering by marking a cross in the box . If you change your mind, put a line through the box and then indicate your new question with a cross . Chosen question number: Question 1 Question 2 Question 3 Question 4 Question 5 Question 6 Question 7 ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ...................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ...................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ...................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ...................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ...................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ...................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ...................... ............................................................................................................................... ...........................................................................................

FAQs

What is the paper reference and subject area for this exam?

The paper reference is 1ET0/02, and it is English Literature Paper 2 focused on a 19th-century Novel and Poetry since 1789.

What materials are required for candidates to use?

Candidates must use the Questions and Extracts booklet enclosed with the exam.

How should candidates choose and respond to questions across the sections?

Candidates must answer one question in Section A and one question in Section B, including Part 1 and Question 11 in Section B, Part 2, following the selection guidance on marking the chosen question numbers.

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