‘The plays were the main reason for the popularity of the theatre in Restoration England.’ How far does a study of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London support this statement? Explain your answer. You should refer to the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London and your contextual knowledge.

Explain why the railroad network grew quickly in the late nineteenth century.

‘In the years 1783 to 1812, British governments successfully overcame the political challenges they faced.’ Assess the validity of this view.

‘Elizabeth I’s relationship with her parliaments was harmonious.’ How far do you agree?

Which of the following had the greatest impact on European relations up to 1941? (i) The Spanish Civil War (ii) The Nazi-Soviet Pact. Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii).

How far do you agree that there were more significant changes to prisons in the period 1750 – 1900 than in the period since 1900?

‘To what extent did the Empire and its legacy influence the British people and popular culture in the years 1947 to 1967?’

‘The United States’ involvement in the Middle East during the Cold War was mainly to prevent Soviet influence in the region.

‘The extent of the power of early Anglo-Saxon kings did not significantly increase in the period c.400-800.’ How far do you agree?

Explain why the Treaty of Sevres led to conflict in Turkey.

‘Tudor rebellions in England during the period from 1485 to 1603, failed mainly because a lack of support.’ How far do you agree?

How successfully did Isabella and Ferdinand manage finances in the period from 1479 to 1516?