International GCSE
Biology (9–1)
(Modular)
Sample Assessment Materials
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Biology (Modular) (4XBI1)
First teaching September 2024
First examination June 2025
First certification August 2025
Issue 1
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,Contents
Introduction 1
General marking guidance 3
Unit 1 Assessment 5
Unit 1 Mark Scheme 29
Unit 2 Assessment 43
Unit 2 Mark Scheme 73
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Biology (9–1)
(Modular)
Sample Assessment Materials
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Biology (Modular) (4XBI1)
First teaching September 2024
First examination June 2025
First certification August 2025
Issue 1
,About Pearson
We are the world’s leading learning company operating in countries all around the
world. We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational
institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. We are committed to
helping equip learners with the skills they need to enhance their employability
prospects and to succeed in the changing world of work. We believe that wherever
learning flourishes so do people.
References to third party material made in these sample assessment materials are made in
good faith. Pearson does not endorse, approve or accept responsibility for the content of
materials, which may be subject to change, or any opinions expressed therein. (Material
may include textbooks, journals, magazines and other publications and websites.)
All information in this document is correct at time of publication.
Publication code: GQ000040
All the material in this publication is copyright
© Pearson Education Limited 2024
,Contents
Introduction 1
General marking guidance 3
Unit 1 Assessment 5
Unit 1 Mark Scheme 29
Unit 2 Assessment 43
Unit 2 Mark Scheme 73
1/1
,
