The Era of Reconstruction and the Gilded Age, 1865–1890: AQA A‑Level History questions
Every AQA A-Level History exam question on 1K.1 The Era of Reconstruction and the Gilded Age, 1865–1890, 2020–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.
All 5 questions on The Era of Reconstruction and the Gilded Age, 1865–1890, as a list
June 2025, Component 1K, Q02 (25 marks): To what extent was the failure to establish full civil rights for African-Americans in the years 1865 to 1890 due to the weaknesses of the Federal Government?
June 2023, Component 1K, Q02 (25 marks): ‘The growth of the US economy, from 1865 to 1890, was due to the opening of the West.’ Assess the validity of this view.
June 2022, Component 1K, Q02 (25 marks): ‘The years 1865 to 1896 were a time of significant progress for former slaves in America’s southern states.’ Assess the validity of this view.
November 2021, Component 1K, Q02 (25 marks): To what extent was there effective cooperation between President and Congress in the years 1865 to 1890?
November 2020, Component 1K, Q01 (30 marks): Using your understanding of the historical context, assess how convincing the arguments in these three extracts are in relation to influences shaping US interna
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