History (A) J410,13 June 2023 , OCR GCSE Past Papers with Mark Schemes

1. Cromwell’s Impact on Government (1653–1658) – Changes introduced during Cromwell’s rule, including military governance, religious policies, and constitutional developments.

2. Parliament vs. Charles I’s Advisors (1641–1642) – Evaluation of sources on whether Parliament opposed Charles’ advisors more than the king himself, considering political and religious conflicts.

3. Kenilworth Castle Changes (1150–1270) – Reasons for modifications, including military defense, residential improvements, and political significance.

4. Source Analysis (Kenilworth Castle, 1300–1750) – Comparison of historical records detailing repairs and construction with a modern aerial photograph to assess their usefulness for studying the castle’s history.