Pearson Anthology for Edexcel Modular English Language
The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Anthology is central to Edexcel modular IGCSE English Language — Part 1 for Unit 1 (4WEA1/01) and Part 2 for Unit 2 (4WEA2/01). The anthology texts have been stable across recent series; always confirm the list in your current specification.
Hub: modular English · Reading skills.
Part 1 vs Part 2
| Part | Text types | Tested in |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Non-fiction — articles, speeches, autobiography extracts | Unit 1 + unseen non-fiction |
| Part 2 | Poetry + prose fiction | Unit 2 analysis + imaginative link prompts |
One-page notes per text
| Field | Write |
|---|---|
| Title + writer | Context one line |
| Purpose/audience | Who wrote; for whom |
| 3 techniques | With short quotations |
| Links | Theme shared with one other text |
Comparison tasks (Unit 2 especially)
Prepare two Part 2 texts that share a theme (e.g. childhood, conflict, identity) so you can compare language and structure under time pressure.
Linear coursework Assignment A needs three Part 2 texts — modular students still benefit from triple-text thinking for exam essays.
Do not
- Memorise essays from the internet (plagiarism risk in school assessments too)
- Skip unseen practice — both units use unseen extracts
- Mix up Part 1 quotes in a Part 2 question
Frequently asked questions
Anthology PDF from school?
Pearson provides the anthology in the specification materials — use official copies.
Same anthology as linear 4EA1?
Yes — skills guides overlap; entry codes differ — vs linear.
Literature anthology?
Different subject — Literature notes.
Coursework three-text essay?
Linear only — coursework examples.
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