IGCSE English As A Second Language (0511) — May–June 2025, Paper 12

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Question 1 · 1 mark · Reading comprehension - specific factual information

How many species of butterfly have been found up until now?

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Question 2 · 1 mark · Reading comprehension - specific factual information

How are Queen Alexandra's Birdwing butterflies described on the Red List of Threatened Species?

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Question 3 · 1 mark · Reading comprehension - specific factual information

Why do scientists think Western Pygmy Blue butterflies are spreading to new locations?

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Question 4 · 1 mark · Reading comprehension - specific factual information

What record does the Painted Lady hold among all the species of butterfly?

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Question 5 · 1 mark · Reading comprehension - specific factual information

What is unusual about the diet of Harvester butterflies?

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Question 6 · 3 marks · Reading comprehension - identify and select details for a specific purpose

What features do different butterflies have that protect them from being eaten? Give three details.

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Question 7 · 9 marks · Reading comprehension - identify and select details for a specific purpose

For each statement, write the correct letter, A, B, C or D, on the line. Which person ... gets their greatest inspiration from nature?

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Question 8 · 4 marks · Reading comprehension - note-making / identify and select details for a specific purpose

Imagine you are going to give a talk to your classmates about recumbent bikes. Use words from the article to help you write some notes. Make short notes under the following…

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Question 9 · 3 marks · Reading comprehension - note-making / identify and select details for a specific purpose

Imagine you are going to give a talk to your classmates about recumbent bikes. Use words from the article to help you write some notes. Make short notes under the following…

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Question 10 · 1 mark · Reading comprehension - implied meaning / attitudes and opinions

For each question, choose the correct answer, A, B or C, and put a tick in the appropriate box. What does Ahmed suggest about his childhood? A He is grateful for being raised in a…

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Question 11 · 1 mark · Reading comprehension - implied meaning / attitudes and opinions

Ahmed changed from making films to taking photographs because photography A would be cheaper in the long term. B was less technically challenging. C suited his character better.

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Question 12 · 1 mark · Reading comprehension - specific factual information

Ahmed says the most demanding aspect of taking photos in Antarctica is A coping with sudden changes in weather. B keeping equipment in working order. C finding the intended…

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Question 13 · 1 mark · Reading comprehension - connections between ideas, opinions and attitudes

Why did Ahmed and his family recently move from a city to a tropical island? A It provided easier access to filming opportunities. B It offered more inspiration for ideas for…

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Question 14 · 1 mark · Reading comprehension - connections between ideas, opinions and attitudes

What does Ahmed say is the main goal of his photography? A to show people things they've never seen before B to rebuild contact between people and animals C to illustrate the harm…

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Question 15 · 1 mark · Reading comprehension - connections between ideas, opinions and attitudes

Ahmed recommends that anyone wanting to become an underwater photographer should first A complete training with a qualified professional. B develop their photography skills on…

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Question 16 · 15 marks · Directed writing - informal email

You recently went away for the weekend with your family. However, there was a problem during your weekend away. Write an email to a friend telling them about your weekend away. In…

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Question 17 · 15 marks · Directed writing - review

A new transport museum has just opened near where you live. You recently visited it with some friends and decide to post a review of your visit on the transport museum's website.…

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