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IGCSE First Language English (9–1) 0990 · Topic 3

Q1f · Summary: past paper questions

21 real questionsasked in 10 of the last 10 exam series2019–2026

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  1. 0990/11 · May/June 2026 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what are the criticisms of this documentary film? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of your writing....

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  2. 0990/12 · May/June 2026 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what will the judges be looking for in the winning name for the baby rhino? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for th...

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  3. 0990/12 · October/November 2025 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, how should a person working from home manage challenges to their time? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of your writing. Your summary should not be...

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  4. 0990/11 · May/June 2025 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what concerns, worries and objections might there be about the hobby of metal detecting? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of your writing. Your sum...

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  5. 0990/12 · May/June 2025 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, how and why are old buses being used? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of your writing. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Read Text C...

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  6. 0990/12 · October/November 2024 · Q1f[15]

    What makes volunteer tourism in an elephant park worthwhile for the animals and for the human volunteers, according to Text B? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of your...

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  7. 0990/11 · May/June 2024 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what might supporters of the Hyperloop consider to be its advantages and appeal? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks f...

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  8. 0990/12 · May/June 2024 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what are the positives for and of older learners returning to university? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the...

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  9. 0990/12 · October/November 2023 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what could make visiting a cave dangerous? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of your writing. Read T...

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  10. 0990/11 · May/June 2023 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what were the writer’s reasons for giving up motivational speaking? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the qualit...

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  11. 0990/12 · May/June 2023 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what are the advantages and disadvantages of taking a seasonal job? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the qualit...

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  12. 0990/12 · October/November 2022 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what prevents students from wanting to attend dance classes? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of yo...

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  13. 0990/11 · May/June 2022 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, why did Jayden Dee want to take part in this particular event? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of...

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  14. 0990/12 · May/June 2022 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what are the benefits of taking up kayaking as a hobby? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of your wr...

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  15. 0990/12 · October/November 2021 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what particular challenges has Denise faced as an elite-level cyclist? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the qua...

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  16. 0990/12 · May/June 2021 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what challenges does Searle face to achieve her goal? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of your writ...

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  17. 0990/12 · October/November 2020 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what makes the cherry blossom season in Japan so popular? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of your...

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  18. 0990/11 · May/June 2020 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, what problems are associated with plastic waste and the way documentary programme makers are presenting the issue? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content...

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  19. 0990/12 · May/June 2020 · Q1f[15]

    According to Text B, how and why have bookshops had to change to attract customers? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of...

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  20. 0990/12 · October/November 2019 · Q3b[5]

    Summary Now use your notes to write a summary of what Passage B tells you about the features of the Øresund Bridge and its effect on the surrounding area. You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 150 words. Up to 5 marks are availabl...

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What examiners said

According to Text B, what concerns, worries and objections might there be about the hobby of metal detecting? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. In their responses to Question 1(f) most candidates were able to demonstrate at least a general understanding of some relevant ideas from Text B: Me...

— Examiner report, May/June 2025, 0990/11 Q1(f) (Cambridge)

According to Text B, how and why are old buses being used? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. This question was based on Text B and required candidates to select relevant ideas from the text and organise them into a focused summary which addressed the task. Most candidates were able to demons...

— Examiner report, May/June 2025, 0990/12 Q1(f) (Cambridge)

According to Text B, what were the writer’s reasons for giving up motivational speaking? You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible. Your summary should not be more than 120 words. In their responses to Question 1(f) most candidates were able to demonstrate at least a general understanding of some relevant ideas from Text B and some understanding o...

— Examiner report, May/June 2023, 0990/11 Q1(f) (Cambridge)

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