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GCSE (9–1) English Language
J351/02 Exploring effects and impact
Time allowed: 2 hours
You must have:
• the Insert (inside this document)
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use
the lined page at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions in Section A and one question in Section B.
• Use the Insert to answer the questions in Section A.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 80.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• This document has 16 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
• Read the Insert carefully before you start your answers to Section A.
OCR English Language Exploring effects and impact
(J351/02) Question Paper and Mark Scheme 2026
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Section A
Reading meaning and effects
You should spend about 1 hour on this section.
Question 1 is about Text 1, The Calcutta Chromosome by Amitav Ghosh.
1 Look at lines 1–4.
(a) Give three phrases from these lines that show Phulboni’s actions when he is on the rail track.
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(b) Explain why the rail is shaking.
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Question 2 is about Text 1, The Calcutta Chromosome by Amitav Ghosh.
2 Look at lines 5–13.
How does Amitav Ghosh use language and structure to show Phulboni working out what is
happening?
You should use relevant subject terminology to support your answer. [6]
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Question 3 is about Text 2, The Whirlpool Rapids by Margaret Atwood.
3 Look at lines 14–30.
Explore how Margaret Atwood uses language and structure to describe what happened to Emma.
Support your ideas by using relevant subject terminology. [12]
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© OCR 2025
GCSE (9–1) English Language
J351/02 Exploring effects and impact
Time allowed: 2 hours
You must have:
• the Insert (inside this document)
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use
the lined page at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions in Section A and one question in Section B.
• Use the Insert to answer the questions in Section A.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 80.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• This document has 16 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
• Read the Insert carefully before you start your answers to Section A.
OCR English Language Exploring effects and impact
(J351/02) Question Paper and Mark Scheme 2026
, 2
Section A
Reading meaning and effects
You should spend about 1 hour on this section.
Question 1 is about Text 1, The Calcutta Chromosome by Amitav Ghosh.
1 Look at lines 1–4.
(a) Give three phrases from these lines that show Phulboni’s actions when he is on the rail track.
1 .......................................................................................................................................................
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2 .......................................................................................................................................................
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3 .......................................................................................................................................................
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[3]
(b) Explain why the rail is shaking.
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Question 2 is about Text 1, The Calcutta Chromosome by Amitav Ghosh.
2 Look at lines 5–13.
How does Amitav Ghosh use language and structure to show Phulboni working out what is
happening?
You should use relevant subject terminology to support your answer. [6]
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Question 3 is about Text 2, The Whirlpool Rapids by Margaret Atwood.
3 Look at lines 14–30.
Explore how Margaret Atwood uses language and structure to describe what happened to Emma.
Support your ideas by using relevant subject terminology. [12]
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