AQA GCSE English Language 2025 Insert Pdf

Download the official AQA GCSE English Language Paper 2 (8700/2) insert from the June 2025 exam series. This booklet contains both Source A and Source B used for Section A reading questions .

The insert includes two contrasting non-fiction texts:

• Source A (21st century): An extract from *The Accidental Countryside* by Stephen Moss (2020), describing a peregrine falcon hunting in central London
• Source B (19th century): An extract from *The Life of the Fields* by Richard Jefferies (1884), describing a rural brook and countryside life

Source A focuses on modern urban wildlife:
- The peregrine falcon is described as “the top predator” in the city, perched on landmarks like Tate Modern
- The hunting sequence is vividly described, including a high-speed dive “like a guided missile”
- The text explores how cities now provide ideal conditions for wildlife survival

Source B presents a contrasting pastoral perspective:
- The brook is described with rich imagery, such as “nails of gold” for buttercups and “life of the meadows”
- Nature is portrayed as abundant and interconnected, with birds, animals, and people drawn to the water
- The writer reflects on memory, beauty, and the independence of nature from human observation

Together, the sources provide a strong contrast between:
• Urban vs rural environments
• Modern vs historical perspectives
• Human impact vs natural harmony

This insert is essential for answering Paper 2 questions:
• Q1: True/false statements (Source A)
• Q2: Summary of differences between sources
• Q3: Language analysis
• Q4: Comparison of writers’ viewpoints and perspectives

Use this booklet alongside the question paper and mark scheme to practise comparative reading and develop high-level analytical skills.

Optimised for mobile and desktop, and ideal for 2025/2026 revision.

This document is designed for GCSE English Language students studying AQA 8700, especially Year 10–11 students preparing for Paper 2. It is essential for practising comparison and non-fiction analysis.

Teachers and tutors can use this insert for classroom analysis, mock exams, and teaching comparative skills. It is also ideal for independent learners and home-schooled students.