History (A) J410,12 June 2022 , OCR GCSE Past Papers with Mark Schemes

1. Impact of the Reformation (1534–1550) – Changes in English churches and parishes, including religious practices, removal of Catholic symbols, and shifts in community roles.

2. Dissolution of the Monasteries – Evaluation of sources on whether Henry VIII dissolved monasteries due to corruption, considering economic, religious, and political motives.

3. Changes in Kenilworth Castle (1350–1500) – Reasons for architectural and functional transformations, including military, political, and residential developments.

4. Source Analysis (Kenilworth Castle, 1500–1750) – Comparison of a detailed 1575 description of Elizabeth I’s visit versus a 1649 illustration, assessing their usefulness for historical study.