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1 Describe two examples of the increased role of the state during the period after the Second
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2 Explain why Richard II was deposed in 1399. [8]
3 How significant was the power of monarchs between c.1000 and the death of King John in 1216?
[14]
4* ‘Between 1485 and 2014, very few people could influence how the country was run.’
How far do you agree? [24]
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Complete Question paper with Marking Scheme Combined
Thursday 5 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) History A (Explaining the Modern World)
J410/09 Power: Monarchy and Democracy in Britain
c.1000 to 2014
Time allowed: 1 hour
You must have:
• the OCR 12-page Answer Booklet
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink.
• Write your answer to each question in the Answer Booklet. The question numbers must
be clearly shown.
• Fill in the boxes on the front of the Answer Booklet.
• Answer all the questions.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 50.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• This document has 4 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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1 Describe two examples of the increased role of the state during the period after the Second
World War (1945 – c.1980). [4]
2 Explain why Richard II was deposed in 1399. [8]
3 How significant was the power of monarchs between c.1000 and the death of King John in 1216?
[14]
4* ‘Between 1485 and 2014, very few people could influence how the country was run.’
How far do you agree? [24]
END OF QUESTION PAPER
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