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, Oxford Cambridge and RSA
Monday 2 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Classical Civilisation
J199/23 War and Warfare
Time allowed: 1 hour 30 minutes
You must have:
* 1 8 9 1 5 0 3 3 6 8 *
• the Insert (inside this document)
* J 1 9 9 2 3 *
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use
the lined pages at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• In Section A, answer Questions 1–9 and either Question 10 or Question 11.
• In Section B, answer Questions 12–22 and either Question 23 or Question 24.
• Use the Insert to answer all the questions.
• Do not send the Insert for marking. Keep it in the centre or recycle it.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 90.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• This document has 24 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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Section A
Culture
Answer Questions 1–9.
Study Source A
1 What type of structure is shown in Source A?
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
2 How comfortable do you think it would have been for the people living there?
Make three points and support your answer with reference to Source A.
1 .......................................................................................................................................................
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2 .......................................................................................................................................................
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3 .......................................................................................................................................................
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[3]
3 What was the building marked X used for?
Make three points.
1 .......................................................................................................................................................
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2 .......................................................................................................................................................
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3 .......................................................................................................................................................
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[3]
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Understand exam format and structure
Past papers show the types of questions, mark allocations, and time limits,
helping students know what to expect in the real exam.
Identify frequently tested topics
By reviewing several past papers, students can spot patterns and common
themes that appear regularly.
Practice time management
Completing past papers under timed conditions helps students learn how
to pace themselves during the exam.
Improve exam technique
Students learn how to interpret command words (e.g. explain, compare,
evaluate) and structure answers effectively.
Assess strengths and weaknesses
Marking answers using mark schemes highlights areas that need more
revision.
Build confidence
Familiarity with exam-style questions reduces anxiety and increases
confidence going into the exam.
Improve accuracy and clarity
Repeated practice helps students write clearer, more precise answers and
avoid common mistakes.
Track progress over time
Comparing results from different past papers shows improvement and
helps students adjust revision strategies.
TYRIONPAPERS.COM
, Oxford Cambridge and RSA
Monday 2 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Classical Civilisation
J199/23 War and Warfare
Time allowed: 1 hour 30 minutes
You must have:
* 1 8 9 1 5 0 3 3 6 8 *
• the Insert (inside this document)
* J 1 9 9 2 3 *
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use
the lined pages at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• In Section A, answer Questions 1–9 and either Question 10 or Question 11.
• In Section B, answer Questions 12–22 and either Question 23 or Question 24.
• Use the Insert to answer all the questions.
• Do not send the Insert for marking. Keep it in the centre or recycle it.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 90.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• This document has 24 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
© OCR 2025 [603/0768/7] OCR is an exempt Charity
DC (WW) 354172/2 Turn over
for more: tyrionpapers.com
, 2
Section A
Culture
Answer Questions 1–9.
Study Source A
1 What type of structure is shown in Source A?
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
2 How comfortable do you think it would have been for the people living there?
Make three points and support your answer with reference to Source A.
1 .......................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
2 .......................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
3 .......................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
[3]
3 What was the building marked X used for?
Make three points.
1 .......................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
2 .......................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
3 .......................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
[3]
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