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GCSE Edexcel Higher · Grades 5-7
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Edexcel GCSE English Literature Higher Predicted Paper 2026
Free higher tier predicted paper for Edexcel GCSE English Literature 2026, with full mark scheme. Targeted at grades 5-7.
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Targeted at grades 5-7
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Tier
Higher · Grades 5-7
What's Included
Paper 1
Shakespeare and Post-1914 Literature · 1hr 45min
Paper 2
19th Century Novel and Poetry · 2hr 15min
Mark Scheme
Full mark scheme for both papers
Expert Analysis
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Higher tier Edexcel English Literature predictions reflect the secure mid-band of the specification, with structured essays and comparative responses. Expect balanced coverage of AO1, AO2 and AO3, with strong weighting on poetry comparison and Shakespeare extract analysis.
Predicted Topics for 2026
Selected for the higher tier (grades 5-7)
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Shakespeare: Extract and Whole Text Essay High priority 2
Post-1914 Drama or Prose: Themes High priority 3
19th Century Novel: Character and Theme High priority 4
Anthology Poetry: Comparison 5
Unseen Poetry: Analysis and Comparison 6
Writer's Methods: Language and Structure 7
Contextual Application (AO3) 8
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