Papers
How many exam papers are there?
2 papers
What is the min raw mark required for the highest grade (A*)?
120 marks
What is Paper 2?
This paper includes directed writing and composition.
What is our syllabus code?
0500
What is paper 1 about and how many marks does it contain?
Reading, 80 marks
What is the number of total marks available for both Paper 1 and Paper 2
160 marks
What are two core language skills tested in IGCSE FLE?
Reading and Writing
We are taking IGCSE EFL. What does EFL stand for?
English as a First Language
How long is paper 1?
2 hours
How many compulsory questions are there in Paper 1?
How many periods are there in a week in your timetable for English IGCSE?
7
Our IGCSE will be conducted in two series, referring to the peak months of the exams. What are the two series called?
June Series and November Series
When considering the components, what percentage of Paper 1 is focused on reading and what percentage on writing?
80% reading + 20% writing
Question 3 in Paper 1 tests our comprehension by asking us to identify both explicit and implicit meanings. But what does 'implicit' actually mean?
Implicit meaning is something that’s not directly stated in the text, but we can understand it by reading between the lines. It’s like figuring out what the writer is suggesting or hinting at without saying it clearly.
What are 2 types of writing options in Paper 2?
Narrative and Descriptive
Mention at least ONE type of writing in Directed Writing (Paper 2)
Formal Letter
Informal Letter
Report
Journal Entry / Diary
Magazine / Newspaper Article
Speech / Talk
When considering the components, what percentage of Paper 2 is focused on reading and what percentage on writing?
20% reading + 80% writing
In the summary question of Paper 1, what is the maximum number of words you are allowed to write?
120 words
What does IGCSE stand for?
International General Certificate of Secondary Education.
What is the highest grade of IGCSE, and what is the lowest?
Highest - A*
Lowest - G
Anything below G (called U or Ungraded) means failed