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Thursday 12 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Geography B
(Geography for Enquiring Minds)
J384/03 Geographical Exploration
Time allowed: 1 hour 30 minutes
* 1 3 8 8 7 2 5 8 4 1 *
You must have:
• the Resource Booklet (inside this document)
You can use:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• a scientific or graphical calculator
* J 3 8 4 0 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. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• 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.
• Answer all the questions.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• Spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPaG) and the use of specialist terminology will be
assessed in questions marked with a pencil (!).
• This document has 12 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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(a) Look at Fig. 1 in the Resource Booklet.
(i) What approximate fraction of water lost from Southern Water’s Network came from Portsmouth
Water?
A 1/25
B 1/10
C 1/4
D 1/2
Write the correct letter in the box. [1]
(ii) State the reasons why Southern Water introduced a hosepipe ban in August 2022.
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..................................................................................................................................................... [2]
(b) Look at the graph below showing water supply and demand for the years 2005–2030 for
Portsmouth Water.
350
300
Water
volume
250
200
2005 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030
Year
Supply available Forecast demand
(i) Identify the year forecast demand first exceeded the supply available.
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
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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
Thursday 12 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Geography B
(Geography for Enquiring Minds)
J384/03 Geographical Exploration
Time allowed: 1 hour 30 minutes
* 1 3 8 8 7 2 5 8 4 1 *
You must have:
• the Resource Booklet (inside this document)
You can use:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• a scientific or graphical calculator
* J 3 8 4 0 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. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• 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.
• Answer all the questions.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• Spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPaG) and the use of specialist terminology will be
assessed in questions marked with a pencil (!).
• This document has 12 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
© OCR 2025 [601/8224/6] OCR is an exempt Charity
DC (ST/JG) 334325/8 Turn over
for more: tyrionpapers.com
, 2
1
(a) Look at Fig. 1 in the Resource Booklet.
(i) What approximate fraction of water lost from Southern Water’s Network came from Portsmouth
Water?
A 1/25
B 1/10
C 1/4
D 1/2
Write the correct letter in the box. [1]
(ii) State the reasons why Southern Water introduced a hosepipe ban in August 2022.
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..................................................................................................................................................... [2]
(b) Look at the graph below showing water supply and demand for the years 2005–2030 for
Portsmouth Water.
350
300
Water
volume
250
200
2005 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030
Year
Supply available Forecast demand
(i) Identify the year forecast demand first exceeded the supply available.
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
© OCR 2025
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