History 7041 Paper 1A June 2020, AQA AS-Level Past Papers with Mark Schemes

AQA AS Level History (7041) Jun 2020

معلم موافق رایگان بودن است.

The exam paper explores the Crusades and their impact between 1071 and 1149. Section A evaluates interpretations of the reasons for the First Crusade, focusing on political, religious, and cultural motivations. Section B addresses factors influencing Frankish victories in the Near East from 1096 to 1118, emphasizing the role of religious enthusiasm, and examines the weaknesses of Outremer between 1131 and 1143, including internal divisions, external threats, and governance challenges. Key themes include religious zeal, territorial expansion, political strategy, and the sustainability of Crusader states in the medieval period.