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The War of the Barons, 1459–1461: AQA A‑Level History questions

Every AQA A-Level History exam question on 2B.2 The War of the Barons, 1459–1461, 2020–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.

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All 6 questions on The War of the Barons, 1459–1461, as a list
  1. June 2025, Component 2B, Q02 (25 marks): To what extent did Yorkist successes, in the years 1455 to 1461, rely on the support of the Earl of Warwick?
  2. June 2024, Component 2B, 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 position
  3. June 2023, Component 2B, Q02 (25 marks): ‘The Battle of Wakefield significantly weakened the Yorkist faction in the years 1460 to 1461.’ Assess the validity of this view.
  4. June 2022, Component 2B, Q02 (25 marks): ‘Richard, Duke of York’s actions were the main cause of political instability in the years 1456 to 1460.’ Assess the validity of this view.
  5. November 2021, Component 2B, Q04 (25 marks): To what extent was Edward IV responsible for Richard III’s usurpation?
  6. November 2020, Component 2B, Q02 (25 marks): ‘The Lancastrians were in a stronger position than the Yorkists after the Second Battle of St Albans in February 1461.’ Assess the validity of this view.

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