History (A) J410,09 June 2023 , OCR GCSE Past Papers with Mark Schemes

1. Powers of Anglo-Saxon Kings – Examples include law-making, taxation, military leadership, and land distribution.

2. Causes of the English Civil Wars (1642) – Factors such as financial disputes, religious tensions, Charles I’s belief in divine right, and Parliamentary resistance.

3. Significance of Mass Trade Unions and the Labour Party (1880–1914) – Their role in improving workers’ rights, influencing government policies, and expanding political representation.

4. Shift of Power from Monarchs to Parliament (1000–1714) – Examination of events such as the Magna Carta (1215), English Civil War, Glorious Revolution (1688), and the establishment of constitutional monarchy.