WJEC GCSE English Language Unit 2 June 2023 question paper

TEXT A

A1. In 2019 how much money did the music industry add to the UK economy?

A2. What is meant by the phrase ‘all sectors contributed significantly’ in this text?

Tick (√) the correct box.

A3. Using evidence from the text, explain one way that the UK music industry made a greater

contribution to the 2019 economy than in 2018.

TEXT B

A4. Write down one way in which music can bring people together, according to this article.

A5.According to Text B, which of the following statements is not true? Tick (√) that box.

A6. In your own words, explain two ways in which music can ‘improve confidence’.

TEXT C

A7. Read the first paragraph.

What is the term given in the text to describe ‘ringing or buzzing in your ears’?

A8. Write down one tip given in Text C that tells you how you can protect your ears in each of the following situations:

When listening to music through headphones

When out at gigs, clubs and festivals

A9. Compare what Text B and Text C say about the impact music can have on a person. Make it clear from which text you get your information.

TEXT D

A10. Write down two ways that music with a strong beat can ‘stimulate brainwaves’.

A11. This text states that ‘music acts as a distractor’. What is meant by the word ‘distractor’ in this

text? Tick (√) the correct box.

TEXT E

A12. How old was the narrator when he first saw Ronnie and the Hawks perform?

A13. How does the writer create a sense of atmosphere when Ronnie and the Hawks appear on

stage?

Editing (5 marks)

In this part of the paper you will be assessed for the quality of your understanding and editing skills.

A14. Complete the sentence below. Use the past tense of the verb given at the end:

We_…........ our tickets for the concert several months in advance. (Use the past tense of buy.)

A15. Which of the following sentences is grammatically incorrect? Tick (√) the box of the incorrect

sentence.

A16.Tick (√) the pair of words that best fit the meaning of the sentence below:

Sally_…........ driving the van to all of the different places on the tour,

_…........ she wasn’t always happy to be the one left to unload the equipment.

A17. Read the text below. Show your understanding by answering the questions that follow:

1. He thought arriving home would enable him to put the stresses of the day behind him.

2. Sinking down into an overly-stuffed armchair, he pressed play on the remote control and let the sound of his favourite singer fill the room.

3. After letting himself in, he threw his shoes into the corner and made for the kitchen.

4. Michael was relieved to be walking up the drive to his home.

5. There he grabbed a drink and some snacks before finally heading for the lounge.

Which sentence should come third in the text? Write the number of the sentence below.

Which sentence should come fourth in the text? Write the number of the sentence

below.

B1. In this task you will be assessed for the quality of your proofreading .

Look carefully at the text below.

Circle the five errors and write them correctly in the spaces below.

Musical Instrument Rental An easy and cost-affective way to begin playing a musical instrument is to hire one. You pay a small monthly amownt for a fixed period instead of having to spend a lot of money buying an instrument. Let’s be honest, you wont even know whether you’ll like playing it until you’ve tried and that could be a very expensive gamble. Our hire prices are competetive and every instrument is fully cleaned and serviced before leaving us. This gives you the chance to trie before you buy.

B2. In this task you will be assessed for the quality of your writing skills.

20 marks are awarded for communication and organisation; 15 marks are awarded for writing accurately.

Aim to write about 350–500 words.

Choose one of the following for your writing:

Either, (a) Describe an occasion when you attended an outdoor event.

Or, (b) Hilary Clinton is an American politician. She has spoken about the importance of music education in a child’s life. She claims it fires the imagination and brings a lifetime of joy. Music education should not be a privilege but available to all.

Write an essay explaining your views on this subject, giving clear reasons and examples.

The space below can be used to plan your work before starting your writing on the next page.

PLAN: