GCSE Biology Paper 1 - Developing New drugs 6 marker - Scaffolded/Differentiated

This worksheet focuses on the 6-mark GCSE Biology question:

Describe the stages of clinical drug testing and give reasons for each stage.
It provides clear scaffolding to help students structure a high-quality extended response using scientific vocabulary, sequencing language and logical reasoning.

The resource includes:

• A fully scaffolded 6-mark exam-style question
• Command word guidance explaining how to approach “Describe” questions
• Success criteria to support students in structuring a Level 3 response
• A keywords section to build accurate scientific language
• A hint and support box prompting the stages and reasons involved
• A vague student-style answer for critique
• A task where students underline missing or incorrect parts
• A follow-up fill-in-the-gaps activity using a structured word bank
• A complete model answer that demonstrates a full-mark response
• High-quality layout suitable for classwork, homework or revision

This worksheet helps students understand the clinical trial process, including testing on healthy volunteers, patient trials, double-blind testing, safety, efficacy and dose finding. It is ideal for strengthening long-answer exam technique for AQA GCSE Biology (Trilogy or Separate Science).

Perfect for use in lessons, revision sessions, intervention groups or independent study.