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Reading non-fiction: evaluating and critically assessing a non-fiction text
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40 Edexcel GCSE English Language questions on Reading non-fiction: evaluating and critically assessing a non-fiction text, each with instant feedback and a full examiner-style mark scheme.

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Question 1 · 1 mark · Difficulty 1/3

What does an evaluation question ask you to do?

  1. Retell the content of the extract in order
  2. Describe the writer's life and background
  3. Correct the writer's spelling and grammar
  4. Judge how successfully the writer achieves something, using evidence
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✓ Answer: DJudge how successfully the writer achieves something, using evidence
Award 1 mark. AO4 is about reaching a supported judgement. Retelling the content is the commonest way to score poorly on it.
Question 2 · 1 mark · Difficulty 1/3

Which assessment objective covers evaluating texts critically with appropriate textual reference?

  1. AO4
  2. AO3
  3. AO2
  4. AO1
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✓ Answer: AAO4
Award 1 mark. It usually carries the largest tariff in the reading section. AO1 covers information, AO2 language and structure, and AO3 comparison.
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How is Reading non-fiction: evaluating and critically assessing a non-fiction text typically tested on Edexcel GCSE English Language papers?
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