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The War of Independence, 1776–1783: AQA A‑Level History questions

Every AQA A-Level History exam question on 2G.4 The War of Independence, 1776–1783, 2020–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.

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    November 2020 · Component 2G

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All 6 questions on The War of Independence, 1776–1783, as a list
  1. June 2025, Component 2G, Q03 (25 marks): ‘American victory in the War of Independence was due to the mistakes of the British in the years 1776 to 1783.’ Assess the validity of this view.
  2. June 2024, Component 2G, Q04 (25 marks): ‘American victory in the War of Independence was due to French intervention.’ Assess the validity of this view.
  3. June 2022, Component 2G, Q01 (30 marks): With reference to these sources and your understanding of the historical context, assess the value of these three sources to an historian studying the problems
  4. November 2021, Component 2G, Q03 (25 marks): How important was the military leadership of George Washington in securing the independence of the colonies in the years 1776 to 1783?
  5. November 2020, Component 2G, Q01 (30 marks): With reference to these sources and your understanding of the historical context, assess the value of these three sources to an historian studying the relations
  6. November 2020, Component 2G, Q03 (25 marks): ‘American victory in the War of Independence was mainly due to assistance from France and Spain.’ Assess the validity of this view.

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