‘Opposition in the Reichstag had little impact on Bismarck’s policies in the years 1871 to 1890.’ Assess the validity of this view.

‘Mussolini’s use of propaganda was highly effective.

Why did the Cold War continue after 1962?

‘Throughout the period from c.790 to1066, seafaring made the most important contribution to the livelihood of Viking Age Scandinavia.’ How far do you agree?

Explain why political machines and party bosses in the big cities were criticised by Progressives.

‘King John’s financial policies were the main cause of the baronial rebellion of 1215/16.’ Assess the validity of this view.

‘Trade was the main reason for international involvement in China in the late nineteenth century.

Explain why the Dred Scott case caused controversy.

05 Explain why the First World War had a global impact.

Which was the greater threat to the Convention (i) The uprising of the Germinal (ii) The uprising of the Prairial Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii).

‘Opposition to the Russian government was more effective in the period from 1855 to 1917 than in the period from 1917 to 1964.’ How far do you agree?

To what extent was American unity the reason for the British defeat in the American Revolution 1774–1783?