To what extent was the growth of the railroads the reason for the rapid industrialisation of the late nineteenth century?

‘The impact of the Second World War on the civilian population of Britain was greatest on women.’ How far do you agree?

0 6 How far do you agree with the view that the development of the NHS was a ‘success’ for the British people? Explain your answer. [8 marks] The indicative content is designed to exemplify the qualities expected at each level and is not a full exemplar answer. All historically relevant and valid answers should be credited.

Explain why Japan succeeded in defeating Russia in the Russo‒ Japanese War of 1904‒05.

Explain why Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863.

Explain why the Industrial Revolution had an impact on the lower classes.

Describe two examples of how the Cold War affected life in Britain during the 1950s and 1960s.

Why was the Second New Deal introduced in 1935?

Explain why some of the lower classes resisted mechanisation.

In the years 1947 to 1967, Britain was forced to leave Africa. Assess the validity of this view.

0 5 Explain how the Fire of London in 1666 affected Restoration England.

Assess the aims of Hitler’s foreign policy in the period 1933–41.