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[darthyoda]

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[ukstudent]

Mr Salles is going everywhere, recently, I saw him in another channel, and he's back here.

[artis_]

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[rhysab]

Thank you guys, this has genuinely helped my confidence so much. my struggle is always forgetting what structure to write for which question and which questions are on which English Language Paper but this has really helped get my head in line the night before so thanks!

[itsmebigbert]

HEY GUYS! If anyone's up for it, here's a practice Q5 I did for you guys to mark. Marking always helps you improve! :)

The rickety frames of the old house looked as though they were about to fall. There was not a single plank of wood on that unimpressive roof without some type of damage. Tapping my wet boots on the dry concrete path, I made my way towards the shed. The lacklustre appearance of the shed contrasted with the sprawling fields in every direction. The lackadaisical lump of dirt, directly next to the house, lay carelessly as the gentle wind breathed through it. The rain had stopped for the last few days allowing the sparse sunshine to illuminate the prairie. Every flower, which was once gulping for breath under the merciless onslaughts of constant rain, had now blossomed. The mountains were as colossal as ever, like snow-capped guardians watching over the peaceful prairie. Every object in view seemed at harmony - except the house.

The wooden structure, which showed signs of once being an ornate and well-decorated building, looked empty. It seemed as if the previous owners had taken away every item alongside the memories and moments shared inside it; leaving it barren. Frighteningly, the two large windows on each end coupled with the wide, steel door in the centre made the house seem like an indignant creature. A creature who had been abandoned and forgotten. The long forgotten house was covered in years and years of 'art' left by reckless teenagers but the steel door looked impeccable (as if it had just been installed). Carefully prising the door open, I stepped in.

After taking some seconds to register my surroundings, I began walking to the centre of the room like a moth to the flame. The insipid features of the empty room contrasted heavily with the masterpiece lying directly in the centre.

It was a piece of art like no other.

Its ornate framing glinted in the few rays of light which shone upon it. The vibrancy of the paint, the detail of the shapes and the flawless composition left me absolutely dumbfounded. Carefully, I used the tips of my fingers to feel the frame which was engrained with floral patterns and encrusted with what seemed to be gold. It was gold. Possibly the purest gold I had ever seen. This gold was not just on the frame but every little detail on the luscious painting was made with gold.

I took five steps backwards and stared at the painting in awe. It was an angel, bright with the light of its candour, surrounded by a blissful darkness.

It truly was a masterpiece.

[chimpu-lsfg]

ibr i just focussed for lit, how do u even revise lang if you don't need to memorise anything like practice papers is it

[saheer]

can you pleasee read my q5 answer or anyone in the comments(prefer miss) and tell me what grade i would get if i wrote that?!! and ill change it abit depending on the question. here it is

In the peaceful sanctuary of our living room, illuminated only by the soft glow of the television, I find myself in the company of my 5-year-old sibling. Together, we're engrossed in a spine-tingling horror movie streaming on Netflix, the eerie soundtrack sending shivers down our spines. With our parents away for the evening, the house is eerily quiet, save for the muted sounds emanating from the screen. We sit huddled on the sofa, headphones firmly in place, enveloped in the chilling atmosphere of the film.

As the tension in the movie reaches its peak, a sudden noise breaks the silence, causing both my sibling and I to jump in fright. With a racing heart, I cautiously rise from the safety of the sofa and tiptoe towards the door, my senses heightened by the adrenaline coursing through my veins. Each step feels like an eternity as I approach the source of the disturbance, my mind conjuring up terrifying possibilities of what may lie beyond.

With trembling hands, I reach for the door handle, my pulse pounding in my ears as I slowly push it open, revealing a sliver of the darkened hallway beyond. My breath catches in my throat as I catch sight of a shadowy figure looming in the dim light, sending a chill down my spine. Fear grips me tightly, but I steel myself for whatever may come, determined to protect my home and my sibling from any potential threat.

Summoning all the courage I can muster, I retrieve my phone and attempt to call our parents and friends for reassurance. However, each call goes unanswered, leaving me feeling increasingly isolated and vulnerable. With a sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach, I realize that I must rely on myself to confront the unknown and safeguard our home.

Arming myself with whatever makeshift weapons and defensive items I can find—a heavy flashlight, a sturdy umbrella—I prepare to face whatever awaits on the other side of the door. With a deep breath, I push it open fully, ready to confront the darkness head-on. But to my astonishment, instead of danger, I am greeted by a warm flood of light and the sound of laughter. Before me stands a gathering of loved ones, their smiles bright and welcoming. Relief floods over me as I realize that the tension and fear were unfounded—a surprise birthday celebration, organized by those closest to me. In that moment, surrounded by the warmth of friendship and the glow of affection, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the unexpected joy that has replaced the shadows of fear.

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[soobin]

Can someone write down the structure for each question please 🙏

[kianashah]

For paper 1 Q5, does it have to be story or description? or can you combine them?

[Auntiearmita]

What if due to being bilingual my vocab is very bad, what should i do😭😭😭😭

[AlpeshPatel-hnil]

mr salles sits his gcses in novemeber?