Classical Civilisation J199,12 June 2023 , OCR GCSE Past Papers with Mark Schemes

1. Women in Greek Myth and Society: Helen of Troy’s reputation, Pandora’s symbolism, Athenian women’s domestic roles, and Neaira’s status as a hetaira.

2. Women in Roman History and Law: The role of women in wars and conflicts, the legal rights of Roman women, divorce and custody laws, and the social status of matronae.

3. Comparative Religious Roles: Women’s participation in Athenian and Roman religious ceremonies, depictions on the Parthenon frieze, and the importance of ritual purity.

4. Social Class and Gender Disparities: Differences between rich and poor women in Rome, access to public events, and legal restrictions on female autonomy.

5. Female Figures in Myth and Literature: The contrast between Camilla and the Amazons, Medea’s role in Greek tragedy, and Cleopatra’s dual status as a powerful leader and a cultural outsider.

6. Political and Cultural Representation: The portrayal of women in classical sources, biases in historical accounts, and the impact of mythological and historical female figures on ancient societies.