OCR A-Level English Literature Past Papers
This section includes recent A-Level English Literature past papers from OCR. You can download each of the OCR A-Level English Literature past papers and marking schemes by clicking the links below. Scroll down for papers from previous years.
OCR A-Level English Literature June 2023 (H072 & H472)
A-Level English Literature H472/01 - Drama and poetry pre-1900 Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
A-Level English Literature H472/02 - Comparative and Contextual Study Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
AS OCR English Literature June 2023 (H072)
AS Level English Literature H072/01 - Shakespeare and poetry pre-1900 Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
AS Level English Literature H072/02 - Drama and prose post -1900 Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
OCR A-Level English Literature June 2022 (H072 & H472)
OCR A-Level English Literature November 2021 (H072 & H472)
OCR A-Level English Literature November 2020 (H072 & H472)
A-Level English Literature H472/01 - Drama and poetry pre-1900 Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
A-Level English Literature H472/02 - Comparative and Contextual Study Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
OCR A-Level English Literature June 2019 (H072 & H472)
A-Level English Literature H472/01 - Drama and poetry pre-1900 Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
A-Level English Literature H472/02 - Comparative and Contextual Study Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
AS Level English Literature H072/01 - Shakespeare and poetry pre-1900 Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
AS Level English Literature H072/02 - Drama and prose post -1900 Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
OCR A-Level English Literature June 2018 (H072 & H472)
OCR A-Level English Literature June 2017 (H072 & H472)
A-Level English Literature H072/01 - Drama and poetry pre-1900 - Download Past Paper - Mark Scheme currently unavailable
A-Level English Literature H072/02 - Comparative and Contextual Study - Download Past Paper - Mark Scheme currently unavailable
OCR A-Level English Literature June 2016 (H072 & H472)
AS Level English Literature H072/01 - Shakespeare and poetry pre-1900 - Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
AS Level English Literature H072/02 - Drama and prose post-1900 - Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
OCR A-Level English Literature June 2016 (H071 & H471)
Unit F661 AS: Poetry & Prose 1800-1945 (Closed Text) - Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
Unit F663 A2: Drama & Poetry pre-1800 (Closed Text) - Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
OCR A-Level English Literature June 2015 (H071 & H471)
Unit F661 AS: Poetry & Prose 1800-1945 (Closed Text) - Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
OCR A-Level English Literature June 2014 (H071 & H471)
A-Level OCR English Language and Literature past papers (F671 and F673) can be found on the English Language section
For more A-Level English Literature past papers from other exam boards click here .
Task 1: Close Reading: How To Get Full Marks ( OCR A Level English Literature )
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Task 1: Close Reading: How To Get Full Marks
Regardless of which text you choose, the type of question set for the Close Reading task should always prompt you to critically analyse a poem (taken from a collection) or an extract from a piece of prose or drama and relate this to the rest of the poems from the collection or the text from which the extract is taken.
It is tempting to jump straight in and start writing immediately. However, following this guide will ensure you answer the question in the way the examiners are looking for.
Below you will find sections on:
What skills are required
Steps for success.
Each task for the NEA has a dominant Assessment Objective (AO). For this task, the dominant objective is AO2, which requires you to analyse the ways in which the writer of the extract or poem has used language, form and structure to shape meanings. The minor objective for this task is AO1, which assesses you on the way you present your response, in an accurate and coherent manner, so as long as you keep your response sharply focused on the question and the passage or poem, you will hit this objective. The following sections explore the skills you will need to demonstrate mastery of in more detail:
Critical analysis (AO2)
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For those that are studying English Literature at AS and A level on the OCR board of examiners, here is a list of the required poems analyzed. This includes all the selected poems, mentioned in the H702 OCR AS English Literature Specification and H472 OCR A Level English Literature Specification (the list of poems for each syllabus is the same). Please feel free to skip to the poem most relevant to you. If you want a poem to be analyzed that you cannot find on the site too, please feel free to contact us .
OCR H072/H472 AS and A Level English Literature Poems Analyzed
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A Level. AS Level. Our A Level English Literature qualification encourages students to develop their interest in and enjoyment of a broad range of English literature. They apply their knowledge of literary analysis and evaluation to engage critically and creatively with both set texts and others of their own choosing. Specification code: H472.
PDF 593KB. Shakespeare and poetry pre-1900 H072/01 PDF 458KB. Drama and prose post-1900 H072/02 PDF 952KB. H072 - ZIP 651KB. Candidate exemplars. 2018 - June series. 2017 - June series. OCR AS and A Level English Literature (from 2015) qualification information including specification, exam materials, teaching resources, learning resources.
This English Literature specification will encourage learners to be inspired, motivated and challenged by reading widely across a range of texts and developing their independent study skills. By A level, learners are cultivating their own critical responses and engaging with the richness of literature. 1d.
Component 03: Literature Post-1900. The aim of this component is to encourage individual study and enjoyment of modern literature and for students to develop: an appreciation of how writers shape meanings in texts through use of language, imagery, form and structure. an understanding of texts informed by an appreciation of different ...
Find out the content, assessment and synoptic overview of the OCR AS and A Level English Literature qualification. Learn about the set texts, topics and tasks for each component and how to prepare for the exams.
This task for the NEA is unusual as there is no dominant Assessment Objective. All five objectives are assessed and are equally weighted. For a detailed exploration of the skills required for AO1 (presenting a response) and AO2 (critical analysis), please see our notes on How To Get Full Marks in Task 1. The following sections explore the other ...
OCR A-Level English Literature June 2014 (H071 & H471) Unit F661 AS: Poetry & Prose 1800-1945 (Closed Text) - Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme Unit F663 A2: Drama & Poetry pre-1800 (Closed Text) - Download Past Paper - Download Mark Scheme
AO3 - 50%. AO4 - 25%. AO1 - 12.5%. AO5 - 12.5%. In simple terms, to achieve the highest marks (Level 6 = 26-30 marks), this means: AO3. Consider and incorporate a detailed discussion of the significance and influence of the contexts in which the texts were written and received, and how these might impact on the texts, with specific ...
OCR A Level English Literature Revision Notes. Concise resources for the OCR A Level English Literature course. 1. Shakespeare. How To Answer The Shakespeare Question. Part A: What The Question Is Asking. Part A: How To Get Full Marks. Part A: Mark Scheme and Model Answer. Part B: What The Question Is Asking.
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Writing coursework, such as for an English Literature A Level, requires meticulous research, analysis, and presentation of ideas to meet academic standards. It involves deeply analyzing texts to decode themes and articulate interpretations. Seeking external assistance from services that provide guidance and support can help navigate this challenging process. Asking for help is wise, as it ...
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Task 1: Close Reading: How To Get Full Marks. Regardless of which text you choose, the type of question set for the Close Reading task should always prompt you to critically analyse a poem (taken from a collection) or an extract from a piece of prose or drama and relate this to the rest of the poems from the collection or the text from which ...
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The document discusses the challenges of writing coursework for OCR A Level English Literature. It notes that this type of coursework requires in-depth analysis, critical thinking, and a comprehensive understanding of literary texts. Students must grapple with complex themes, multiple texts, and demonstrate a high level of proficiency in language and literary analysis. Additionally, the ...
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Get Poetry +. For those that are studying English Literature at AS and A level on the OCR board of examiners, here is a list of the required poems analyzed. This includes all the selected poems, mentioned in the H702 OCR AS English Literature Specification and H472 OCR A Level English Literature Specification (the list of poems for each ...
OCR English literature coursework example a-level. Subject: English. Age range: 16+. Resource type: Assessment and revision. File previews. pdf, 236 KB. This is an example a level comparative coursework piece graded at 38\40. The texts used in this are the prime of miss Jean Brodie and the history boys.