Edexcel

English Literature – GCSE Past Papers

📋 Edexcel📄 20 past papers📅 2017 – 2025

Browse our range of Edexcel GCSE English Literature Past Papers and Mark Schemes below. Testing yourself with GCSE English Literature past papers is a great way to identify which topics need more revision, so you can ensure that you are revising as effectively as possible to help you get ready for your GCSE English Literature exam.

20 papers

Paper 1

9 papers
June 2025 Paper 1: Shakespeare and Post 1914 Literature 1ET0/01
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June 2024 Paper 1: Shakespeare and Post 1914 Literature 1ET0/01
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Paper 2

11 papers
June 2025 Paper 2: 19th Century Novel and Poetry Since 1789 1ET0/02
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June 2024 Paper 2: 19th Century Novel and Poetry Since 1789 1ET0/02
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find Edexcel English Literature GCSE past papers?

You can find free Edexcel English Literature GCSE past papers and mark schemes on Progressay. We have papers available for 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017.

Are Edexcel English Literature past papers free to download?

Yes, all Edexcel English Literature GCSE past papers and mark schemes on Progressay are completely free to download. No registration required.

What years are available for Edexcel English Literature GCSE past papers?

Progressay has Edexcel English Literature GCSE past papers available for 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017.

Do these past papers come with mark schemes?

Where the exam board has published one, the official mark scheme is available alongside the question paper — look for the "Mark Scheme" download next to each paper.

Can I get these English Literature past papers marked automatically?

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