PEARSON EDEXCEL INTERNATIONAL GCSE
EXAM 1 ACTUAL EXAM PAPER 2026
QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ Pearson Edexcel. Answer: UK's largest awarding body for
academic qualifications.
◉ First teaching date. Answer: September 2017 for this
qualification.
◉ First examination date. Answer: June 2019 for this qualification.
◉ First certification date. Answer: August 2019 for this qualification.
◉ Linear qualification. Answer: One examination at the end of the
course.
◉ Assessment structure. Answer: One exam designed for all ability
levels.
◉ Compulsory content. Answer: All lettered headings must be
taught.
,◉ Depth and breadth. Answer: Full range of content and assessment
objectives.
◉ Qualification aims. Answer: Develop knowledge of Islam's religion
and culture.
◉ Critical-thinking skills. Answer: Ability to analyze and evaluate
information effectively.
◉ Historical issues. Answer: Past events impacting Islamic societies
and beliefs.
◉ Contemporary issues. Answer: Current events affecting Islam and
its followers.
◉ Independent learning. Answer: Encourages self-directed study
and exploration.
◉ Global community preparation. Answer: Readies students for
adult life in diverse societies.
◉ Edexcel heritage. Answer: Founded in 1836, rooted in UK
education.
, ◉ Online marking technology. Answer: Ensures reliable and accurate
examination results.
◉ World-class qualifications. Answer: Rigorous and inclusive
standards for all qualifications.
◉ Consultation process. Answer: Input from teachers and experts
for specification.
◉ ISBN. Answer: 978 1 446 94129 4 for this publication.
◉ Copyright. Answer: © Pearson Education Limited 2017.
◉ Supporting materials. Answer: Textbooks and resources
referenced for guidance.
◉ Assessment information. Answer: Guidelines on evaluating
student performance.
◉ Appendices. Answer: Additional resources and information
included.
EXAM 1 ACTUAL EXAM PAPER 2026
QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ Pearson Edexcel. Answer: UK's largest awarding body for
academic qualifications.
◉ First teaching date. Answer: September 2017 for this
qualification.
◉ First examination date. Answer: June 2019 for this qualification.
◉ First certification date. Answer: August 2019 for this qualification.
◉ Linear qualification. Answer: One examination at the end of the
course.
◉ Assessment structure. Answer: One exam designed for all ability
levels.
◉ Compulsory content. Answer: All lettered headings must be
taught.
,◉ Depth and breadth. Answer: Full range of content and assessment
objectives.
◉ Qualification aims. Answer: Develop knowledge of Islam's religion
and culture.
◉ Critical-thinking skills. Answer: Ability to analyze and evaluate
information effectively.
◉ Historical issues. Answer: Past events impacting Islamic societies
and beliefs.
◉ Contemporary issues. Answer: Current events affecting Islam and
its followers.
◉ Independent learning. Answer: Encourages self-directed study
and exploration.
◉ Global community preparation. Answer: Readies students for
adult life in diverse societies.
◉ Edexcel heritage. Answer: Founded in 1836, rooted in UK
education.
, ◉ Online marking technology. Answer: Ensures reliable and accurate
examination results.
◉ World-class qualifications. Answer: Rigorous and inclusive
standards for all qualifications.
◉ Consultation process. Answer: Input from teachers and experts
for specification.
◉ ISBN. Answer: 978 1 446 94129 4 for this publication.
◉ Copyright. Answer: © Pearson Education Limited 2017.
◉ Supporting materials. Answer: Textbooks and resources
referenced for guidance.
◉ Assessment information. Answer: Guidelines on evaluating
student performance.
◉ Appendices. Answer: Additional resources and information
included.
