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AQA AS & A Level English Literature A past papers

A little practice, a clearer picture. Browse 12 English Literature A paper sets from AQA, open the matching mark scheme, and work out what to revisit next.

Available years

2025 · 2024 · 2023 · 2022

Syllabus / paper codes

7712

Qualification routes

UK A Level

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Match the code, qualification and component to your own course. Older papers can follow a different syllabus; use the instructions, duration and total marks printed on each paper.

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2025 · June

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Paper 1 Love through the ages7712/1UK A Level

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Paper 2A Texts in shared contexts: WW1 and its aftermath7712/2AUK A Level

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Paper 2B Texts in shared contexts: Modern times: literature from 1945 to the present day7712/2BUK A Level

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2024 · June

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Paper 1 Love through the ages7712/1UK A Level

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Paper 2A Texts in shared contexts: WW1 and its aftermath7712/2AUK A Level

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Paper 2B Texts in shared contexts: Modern times: literature from 1945 to the present day7712/2BUK A Level

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2023 · June

3 on this page

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Paper 1 Love through the ages7712/1UK A Level

Question paper Mark scheme Start practice

Paper 2A Texts in shared contexts: WW1 and its aftermath7712/2AUK A Level

Question paper Mark scheme Insert Start practice

Paper 2B Texts in shared contexts: Modern times: literature from 1945 to the present day7712/2BUK A Level

Question paper Mark scheme Insert Start practice

2022 · June

3 on this page

Question paperResources

Paper 1 Love through the ages7712/1UK A Level

Question paper Mark scheme Start practice

Paper 2A Texts in shared contexts: WW1 and its aftermath7712/2AUK A Level

Question paper Mark scheme Insert Start practice

Paper 2B Texts in shared contexts: Modern times: literature from 1945 to the present day7712/2BUK A Level

Question paper Mark scheme Insert Start practice

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Check your English Literature A syllabus or specification code with your school. Choose the right qualification, tier and component where applicable. The codes listed above identify the papers available here.

Try before you peek

Work through a question before opening its mark scheme. Use the duration printed on the paper for a timed attempt, or take one section at a time while you are learning.

Turn a mistake into a next step

Compare your working with the matching mark scheme. Note the idea or step you missed, revisit it, and try a similar question without the solution. A raw practice mark is not an official grade.