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    Component 2: Drama - Section A: Shakespeare (closed-book) — Eduqas A-Level English Literature

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    1. Section A is based on the study of one Shakespeare play from the list below:
    2. Antony and Cleopatra
    3. Henry IV Part 1
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    1. The Tempest
    2. As this is a closed-book examination, centres may select any edition of these plays by Shakespeare for study but it is important to remember that there may be variations between editions.
    3. For the purpose of the examination, the Collins Alexander Complete Works of William Shakespeare will be used for extract-based questions.
    4. Candidates are required to answer one question in two separate but linked parts: part (i) a question based on a printed extract from the set text, assessing knowledge and understanding and close analysis of the extract; part (ii) a question requiring candidates to show wider knowledge and understanding of the play as a whole.

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