This exam paper explores the evolving experience of rail travel. Section A compares “The Manchester to Liverpool Railway“ by Charles Young and “The Best Rail Trip in Britain“ by Ben Fogle, focusing on the excitement and observations of railway journeys. Section B encourages reflective and persuasive writing, offering a choice between complaining about a challenging journey or convincing young people to reduce car usage. Total marks: 80, divided between text analysis and impactful communication.