Open Awards Functional Skills English Level 1 Past Papers

Functional Skills English Level 1 is equivalent to a grade of 2-3 on the GCSE (E-D in the legacy system). Functional Skills English Level 1 is frequently required in college and university courses, as well as in various job requirements. Functional Skills English Level 1 also serves as a stepping stone to Level 2 and beyond. Here, you will find Functional Skills English Level 1 past papers assessed by Pearson Edexcel Exam Board, the most renowned, reliable, and accepted exam board.

You will be assessed on the following skills and knowledge:

• Reading
• Writing (Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar)
• Speaking, Listening and Communicating

Speaking, listening, and communication skills are tested through a 5-minute well-rounded presentation and related question-and-answer session in groups of three to four learners and a 15-minute formal discussion in groups of three to five. A test comprising of multiple-choice, short open answer, and medium open response questions are used to assess reading ability. Writing is graded on a two-task test, with access spelling, punctuation, and grammar accounting for 42% of the total.

However, each exam board has distinct schedules for each paper, mark distribution, and how much of your grade is based on each of the three competencies.