AQA GCSE PHYSICS Higher Tier Paper 1 | 2020 Simulation
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
Materials: For this paper you must have: a ruler, a scientific
calculator, the Physics Equations Sheet (enclosed).
INSTRUCTIONS
● Use black ink or black ball-point pen.
● Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
● Do all rough work in this book. Cross through any work you do not want to be
marked.
INFORMATION
● The marks for questions are shown in brackets.
● The maximum mark for this paper is 100.
● You are expected to use a calculator where appropriate.
● You are reminded of the need for good English and clear presentation in your
answers.
SECTION A
Questions 1 to 10 are multiple-choice questions. Each question is worth 1 mark.
For each question, shade in the lozenge next to the correct answer.
If you want to change your answer you must cross through your original answer as
shown.
If you wish to return to an answer, cross out your new answer as shown.
1. What is the unit of electrical resistance?
,A Ampere
B Coulomb
C Ohm [CORRECT]
D Volt
2. Which statement correctly describes the particles in a gas at a high temperature
compared to the same gas at a low temperature?
A They have less kinetic energy and move more slowly
B They have less kinetic energy and move more quickly
C They have more kinetic energy and move more slowly
D They have more kinetic energy and move more quickly [CORRECT]
3. In the nuclear model of the atom, which particles are found in the nucleus?
A Electrons and neutrons
B Electrons and protons
C Neutrons and protons [CORRECT]
D Only protons
4. A student investigates how the current through a resistor changes with potential
difference. Which circuit diagram shows the correct arrangement of apparatus?
, [Diagram descriptions: A shows ammeter in parallel, B shows voltmeter in series, C
shows ammeter in series and voltmeter in parallel across resistor [CORRECT], D shows
both meters in series]
5. The specific heat capacity of water is 4200 J/kg°C. How much energy is needed to
raise the temperature of 2 kg of water by 10°C?
A 210 J
B 840 J
C 8400 J
D 84 000 J [CORRECT]
6. Which of the following is a non-renewable energy resource?
A Geothermal
B Natural gas [CORRECT]
C Solar
D Wind
7. In a series circuit containing three resistors, which quantity is the same for all three
resistors?
A Potential difference
B Resistance
C Current [CORRECT]
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
Materials: For this paper you must have: a ruler, a scientific
calculator, the Physics Equations Sheet (enclosed).
INSTRUCTIONS
● Use black ink or black ball-point pen.
● Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
● Do all rough work in this book. Cross through any work you do not want to be
marked.
INFORMATION
● The marks for questions are shown in brackets.
● The maximum mark for this paper is 100.
● You are expected to use a calculator where appropriate.
● You are reminded of the need for good English and clear presentation in your
answers.
SECTION A
Questions 1 to 10 are multiple-choice questions. Each question is worth 1 mark.
For each question, shade in the lozenge next to the correct answer.
If you want to change your answer you must cross through your original answer as
shown.
If you wish to return to an answer, cross out your new answer as shown.
1. What is the unit of electrical resistance?
,A Ampere
B Coulomb
C Ohm [CORRECT]
D Volt
2. Which statement correctly describes the particles in a gas at a high temperature
compared to the same gas at a low temperature?
A They have less kinetic energy and move more slowly
B They have less kinetic energy and move more quickly
C They have more kinetic energy and move more slowly
D They have more kinetic energy and move more quickly [CORRECT]
3. In the nuclear model of the atom, which particles are found in the nucleus?
A Electrons and neutrons
B Electrons and protons
C Neutrons and protons [CORRECT]
D Only protons
4. A student investigates how the current through a resistor changes with potential
difference. Which circuit diagram shows the correct arrangement of apparatus?
, [Diagram descriptions: A shows ammeter in parallel, B shows voltmeter in series, C
shows ammeter in series and voltmeter in parallel across resistor [CORRECT], D shows
both meters in series]
5. The specific heat capacity of water is 4200 J/kg°C. How much energy is needed to
raise the temperature of 2 kg of water by 10°C?
A 210 J
B 840 J
C 8400 J
D 84 000 J [CORRECT]
6. Which of the following is a non-renewable energy resource?
A Geothermal
B Natural gas [CORRECT]
C Solar
D Wind
7. In a series circuit containing three resistors, which quantity is the same for all three
resistors?
A Potential difference
B Resistance
C Current [CORRECT]
