OCR SUMMER 2026
PREDICTED PAPER
GCSE (9–1) Combined Science A
(Gateway Science) WORKED SOLUTIONS
J250/05 Physics ( Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 10 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9–1) Combined
Science A (Physics) (inside this document)
You can use:
a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
F
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. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use
the lined pages at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions.
• Where appropriate, your answer should be supported with working. Marks might be
given for using a correct method, even if your answer is wrong.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• 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 17 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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Section A
You should spend a maximum of 20 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1. A student measures the speed of a falling tennis ball. She uses a light gate instead of a
stopwatch. Why does a light gate give a more accurate measurement of time?
A It measures distance more precisely
B It automatically starts and stops timing when the object passes through
C It does not need to be connected to a timer
D It measures the weight of the object
Your answer [1]
2.Which of the following best describes the Plum Pudding model of the atom?
A A small dense nucleus surrounded by orbiting electrons
B Negatively charged electrons embedded in a positively charged sphere
C Protons and neutrons in a nucleus with electrons in energy levels
D An indivisible solid sphere
Your answer [1]
3.A gas is heated in a sealed container. What happens to the pressure?
A It decreases because molecules slow down
B It stays the same because the volume is fixed
C It increases because molecules collide with the walls more frequently
D It decreases because the molecules spread out
Your answer [1]
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4.Which of these materials undergoes plastic deformation?
A Steel spring
B Rubber band
C Fabric
D Clay
Your answer [1]
5. A polythene rod is rubbed with a cloth. The rod becomes negatively charged.
Which statement explains this?
A Protons move from the cloth to the rod
B Electrons move from the cloth to the rod
C Electrons move from the rod to the cloth
D Protons move from the rod to the cloth
Your answer [1]
6. Two objects have the same charge. What happens when they are brought close together?
A They attract
B They repel
C Nothing happens
D They become neutral
Your answer [1]
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PREDICTED PAPER
GCSE (9–1) Combined Science A
(Gateway Science) WORKED SOLUTIONS
J250/05 Physics ( Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 10 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9–1) Combined
Science A (Physics) (inside this document)
You can use:
a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
F
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. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use
the lined pages at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions.
• Where appropriate, your answer should be supported with working. Marks might be
given for using a correct method, even if your answer is wrong.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• 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 17 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
Turn over
for more: tyrionpapers.com
, 2
Section A
You should spend a maximum of 20 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1. A student measures the speed of a falling tennis ball. She uses a light gate instead of a
stopwatch. Why does a light gate give a more accurate measurement of time?
A It measures distance more precisely
B It automatically starts and stops timing when the object passes through
C It does not need to be connected to a timer
D It measures the weight of the object
Your answer [1]
2.Which of the following best describes the Plum Pudding model of the atom?
A A small dense nucleus surrounded by orbiting electrons
B Negatively charged electrons embedded in a positively charged sphere
C Protons and neutrons in a nucleus with electrons in energy levels
D An indivisible solid sphere
Your answer [1]
3.A gas is heated in a sealed container. What happens to the pressure?
A It decreases because molecules slow down
B It stays the same because the volume is fixed
C It increases because molecules collide with the walls more frequently
D It decreases because the molecules spread out
Your answer [1]
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, 3
4.Which of these materials undergoes plastic deformation?
A Steel spring
B Rubber band
C Fabric
D Clay
Your answer [1]
5. A polythene rod is rubbed with a cloth. The rod becomes negatively charged.
Which statement explains this?
A Protons move from the cloth to the rod
B Electrons move from the cloth to the rod
C Electrons move from the rod to the cloth
D Protons move from the rod to the cloth
Your answer [1]
6. Two objects have the same charge. What happens when they are brought close together?
A They attract
B They repel
C Nothing happens
D They become neutral
Your answer [1]
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