GCSE WJEC English Language

In short

GCSE WJEC English Language has 6 topics: Reading Fiction, Creative Writing, Reading Non-Fiction and 3 more. Each topic lists its topics in syllabus order. Start with Reading Fiction or jump to the topic you are revising.

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What topics are in GCSE WJEC English Language?

Language Analysis
  • Word choice
  • Language techniques
  • Effects on the reader
Structure Analysis
  • Openings and endings
  • Shifts in focus
  • Narrative perspective
Evaluation
  • Critical evaluation
  • Supporting with evidence
Descriptive Writing
  • Sensory detail
  • Imagery
  • Structuring description
Narrative Writing
  • Plot and structure
  • Characterisation
  • Openings and endings
Summary and Synthesis
  • Identifying information
  • Synthesising two texts
Comparing Viewpoints
  • Writers' perspectives
  • Comparing methods
Writing to Argue and Persuade
  • Rhetorical devices
  • Structuring an argument
Forms of Writing
  • Letters
  • Articles
  • Speeches
Presenting
  • Planning a presentation
  • Responding to questions
Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar
  • Sentence variety
  • Punctuation for effect
  • Vocabulary

How should you use these resources?

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Revise

Work through your course topic by topic, in the order it is taught, so nothing gets missed.

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Test yourself

Check each topic against what you should be able to do, and practise on exam-style questions as they are added.

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Improve

Go back to what you could not do, or work with a tutor to close the gaps before your exams.

GCSE WJEC English Language: common questions

What topics are in GCSE WJEC English Language?

GCSE WJEC English Language has 6 topics: Topic 1: Reading Fiction; Topic 2: Creative Writing; Topic 3: Reading Non-Fiction; Topic 4: Transactional Writing; Topic 5: Spoken Language; Topic 6: Technical Accuracy.

How should I revise GCSE WJEC English Language?

Work through one topic at a time in order, since later topics build on earlier ones. For each topic, check you can do everything on its list before moving on, and go back to the ones you could not.

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