Where can I find IB English A: Language and Literature HL past papers?

Every recent English A: Language and Literature HL exam series (2021–2026) is listed below by session, covering Paper 1, Paper 2. Practise each, then mark against the band descriptors.

Does IB English A: Language and Literature have mark schemes?

Yes — IB publishes mark schemes that use markbands and assessment criteria. Our guides explain how examiners place answers into level bands so you can mark your own work like an examiner.

What's the best way to use English Lang & Lit past papers?

Work a full paper under timed conditions, mark yourself strictly against the band descriptors, list every mark you dropped, then drill those skills before the next session.

English A: Language and Literature past papers · IB HL

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Subject overview

IB English A: Language and Literature HL past papers — by session

Every recent English A: Language and Literature exam series we cover (2021–2026), each with Paper 1, Paper 2. Practise a paper, then mark it against the IB band descriptors — that's where the grade is won.

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Practice by topic

Criterion-based practice for every syllabus point — revise the lesson, then mark your response band-by-band.

Papers by exam series

May 2026HL
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November 2025HL
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May 2025HL
Paper 1Paper 2
November 2024HL
Paper 1Paper 2
May 2024HL
Paper 1Paper 2
November 2023HL
Paper 1Paper 2
May 2023HL
Paper 1Paper 2
November 2022HL
Paper 1Paper 2
May 2022HL
Paper 1Paper 2
November 2021HL
Paper 1Paper 2
May 2021HL
Paper 1Paper 2

Practise any paper, then upload your answer for criteria-based feedback while official IB mark-scheme marking rolls out.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I find IB English A: Language and Literature HL past papers?: Every recent English A: Language and Literature HL exam series (2021–2026) is listed below by session, covering Paper 1, Paper 2. Practise each, then mark against the band descriptors.
Does IB English A: Language and Literature have mark schemes?: Yes — IB publishes mark schemes that use markbands and assessment criteria. Our guides explain how examiners place answers into level bands so you can mark your own work like an examiner.
What's the best way to use English Lang & Lit past papers?: Work a full paper under timed conditions, mark yourself strictly against the band descriptors, list every mark you dropped, then drill those skills before the next session.

Best free IB English A: Language and Literature resources

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