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GCSE English Literature Past Papers
Free AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, and Eduqas GCSE English Literature past papers. Download instantly and start revising today.
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Why past papers matter
Why Practising GCSE English Literature Past Papers Matters
Practising GCSE English Literature past papers is one of the most effective ways to prepare for exam day. Working through the past papers helps students become familiar with question formats, build exam confidence, and identify the texts and themes that need the most attention. From Shakespeare, 19th-century novels, and modern texts to poetry anthologies and unseen poetry, regular practice with GCSE English Literature practice papers builds the analytical skills, essay technique, and exam timing needed to achieve the best possible grade across AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, and Eduqas.
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How to use them
How to Get the Most From GCSE English Literature Practice Papers
Most students sit a paper, mark it, and move on. The students who jump grades treat past papers like training equipment.
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Select AQA, Edexcel or OCR and pick Foundation or Higher tier based on your target grade.
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Download the paper
Print it out or work digitally. Sit it under timed conditions — 90 minutes for each paper.
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Mark with the scheme
Use the official mark scheme to self-assess. Note which topics lost you marks.
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Fill the gaps with tutoring
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, every GCSE English Literature practice paper on this page is completely free to access. No payment or subscription is required, just download and start revising straight away.
We cover all major exam boards, including AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, and Eduqas.
Yes, a quick registration is required before downloading. This ensures secure access and allows us to keep you updated with new papers and resources. It only takes a moment, and access is completely free.
Select the paper you want, complete a short registration form, and download instantly. No payment is needed, giving you immediate access to free GCSE English Literature past papers.
Complete each paper under timed conditions to simulate the real exam experience. Afterwards, review your answers carefully, identify the topics where you lost marks, and focus your next revision session on closing those gaps.
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