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All 5 questions on The Japanese threat, 1931–41, as a list June 2025, Paper 38.2, Q6 (20 marks): ‘The outbreak of all-out war in 1937 was largely due to the weak response of Jiang Jieshi’s government toward Japan since 1931.’ How far do you agree with this June 2023, Paper 38.2, Q2 (20 marks): Study Source 2 in the Sources Booklet before you answer this question. 2 Assess the value of the source for revealing the reasons for the actions of the JapanesNovember 2021, Paper 38.2, Q6 (20 marks): To what extent was the Marco Polo Bridge Incident the cause of war between China and Japan in 1937?October 2020, Paper 38.2, Q5 (20 marks): ‘The main reason for China’s successful resistance to Japan, in the years 1937–41, was the support of the USA.’ How far do you agree with this statement?June 2019, Paper 38.2, Q2 (20 marks): Study Source 2 in the Sources Booklet before you answer this question. 2 Assess the value of the source for revealing the causes of the Marco Polo Bridge IncideNearby topics: The growth of industry Ideologies and individuals behind economic growth Opening up China to foreigners, 1860–70 Defeat and humiliation, 1894–1901 The Sino-Soviet split, 1958–69 Reconciliation with old enemies and the return of Hong Kong, 1978–97 The whole bank Questions, mark schemes and examiner’s reports are © Pearson Edexcel, from their published past papers. Plumi isn’t affiliated with any exam board. Want whole papers? Full past papers .
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