English Literature 8702/1 June 2023

The exam paper assesses English Literature focusing on Shakespeare and 19th-century novels. Section A covers six Shakespearean plays, including “Macbeth“ and “Romeo and Juliet,“ exploring character development, relationships, and thematic elements like loyalty, independence, and honor. Section B examines novels such as “Frankenstein“ and “Pride and Prejudice,“ with themes including social class, isolation, and moral lessons. Each question integrates textual analysis and contextual insights, emphasizing thematic and character evolution across the works. Keywords: Shakespeare analysis, 19th-century literature, Macbeth, Frankenstein, social class, isolation, thematic exploration, English Literature GCSE.