This exam paper examines the theme of personal growth and the struggle for self-expression. Section A involves comparing “Autobiography“ by Harriet Martineau and “A Roof of One’s Own“ by Jeanette Winterson, focusing on familial and societal constraints during their formative years. Section B prompts candidates to write either a persuasive magazine article about teenage freedom or a personal talk on a favorite activity, assessing their ability to articulate perspectives and engage audiences. Total marks: 80, divided equally between critical analysis and impactful writing.