GCSE Italian (9–1) Reading Practice Paper – Higher Tier

A full exam-style reading paper for Pearson Edexcel GCSE Italian (9–1), designed for Higher tier students aiming for Grades 7–9.

This resource closely follows the structure and requirements of the official specification, including Sections A, B and C, and provides challenging, extended texts with a strong focus on inference, detail and exam technique.

What’s included:
Full Paper 3: Reading and Understanding in Italian (1 hour)
10 exam-style questions
A variety of question types:
multiple choice
short answer
matching
inference-based questions
literary text
extended reading (higher demand)
Translation into English (Section C)
Complete answer key for all sections
Key features:
Designed for Higher tier (Grades 7–9)
Includes extended authentic-style texts (not simplified)
Built-in exam-style distractors to challenge strong students
Develops:
inference skills
vocabulary in context
understanding of opinions and justification
Suitable for:
mock exams
revision
homework
assessment
Topics covered:
Culture and festivals
School and personal experiences
Travel and cities
Life abroad
Environment and social issues
Perfect for:
GCSE Italian teachers
High-achieving KS4 students
Exam preparation and intervention groups