‘By the end of 1484, Richard III was in an extremely weak position as king.’

Using these four sources in their historical context, assess how far they support the view that King Alfred faced serious problems in the governance of England.

How important was the foreign situation in shaping Elizabeth I’s religious policy?

‘Internal rivalries were the most important factor in causing problems in the 12th Century kingdom of Jerusalem.’ How far do you agree?

‘In the years 1997 to 2007, no Conservative leader was able to heal the party’s divisions.’ Assess the validity of this view.

‘Foreign relations had a serious impact on relations with Ireland.’ How far do you agree?

How significant was Commonwealth migration to Britain after the Second World War?

‘Cromwell failed to achieve his aims as Lord Protector in the years 1653 to 1658.’ Assess the validity of this view.

‘Opposition to British rule of its Empire was never a serious threat in the period from 1857 to 1965.’ How far do you agree?

To what extent was the American Civil War the most important turning point in the organisation of the state for war in the period 1792 to 1945?

To what extent was conflict over religion the main cause of tension between the Crown and Political Nation in the years 1625 to 1629?

‘In the years 1471 to 1478, how serious were the challenges to Edward IV’s authority?’