Leaving Cert English 2019

The 2019 Leaving Cert English exam papers and official marking scheme, free below as direct PDF links from the State Examinations Commission archive.

Higher Level

Paper 1Paper 2Marking Scheme
What's in the 2019 Higher Level paper?

Paper 1

  • Q1 comprehending, language of argument, value of art · 50 marks
  • Q2 comprehending, opinion piece, functional writing · 50 marks
  • Q3 comprehending, language of narration, photography · 50 marks
  • Q4 comprehending, reflective writing, journal entry · 50 marks
  • Q5 comprehending, personal essay, libraries · 50 marks
  • Q6 comprehending, introduction, functional writing · 50 marks
  • Q7 composing, descriptive essay · 100 marks
  • Q8 composing, short story · 100 marks
  • Q9 composing, personal essay · 100 marks
  • Q10 composing, short story · 100 marks
  • Q11 composing, discursive essay · 100 marks
  • Q12 composing, personal essay · 100 marks
  • Q13 composing, speech, persuasive writing · 100 marks

Paper 2

  • Q1 single text, the novel, shakespearean drama, identity · 60 marks
  • Q2 comparative study, general vision and viewpoint, literary genre · 70 marks
  • Q3 unseen poem, poetry, imagery, language · 20 marks
  • Q4 prescribed poetry, poetry, imagery, language · 50 marks

Ordinary Level

Paper 1Paper 2Marking Scheme
What's in the 2019 Ordinary Level paper?

Paper 1

  • Q1 reading comprehension, social media, visual texts · 50 marks
  • Q2 article writing, mobile phones, social media · 50 marks
  • Q3 reading comprehension, selfies, social media · 50 marks
  • Q4 letter writing, selfies, social media · 50 marks
  • Q5 reading comprehension, environment, volunteering · 50 marks
  • Q6 blog writing, recycling, environment · 50 marks
  • Q7 short story, social media · 100 marks
  • Q8 personal essay, social media · 100 marks
  • Q9 article writing, music festival · 100 marks
  • Q10 personal essay, social media · 100 marks
  • Q11 short story, fame · 100 marks
  • Q12 article writing, volunteering · 100 marks
  • Q13 speech, space exploration · 100 marks

Paper 2

  • Q1 single text, character analysis, literary response · 60 marks
  • Q2 comparative study, relationships, theme · 70 marks
  • Q3 unseen poetry, poetry analysis · 20 marks
  • Q4 prescribed poetry, poetry analysis · 50 marks
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