plumiRussia 1645–1698: OCR A‑Level History questions
Every OCR A-Level History exam question on Russia 1645–1698, 2021–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.
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All 5 questions on Russia 1645–1698, as a list
- June 2025, Y210, Q2(b) (20 marks): ‘Russia was socially and economically backward in 1645.’ How far do you agree?
- June 2024, Y210, Q2(b) (20 marks): The campaigns against Azov were the most important events in the reign of Peter the Great during the period from 1682 to 1698. How far do you agree?
- June 2023, Y210, Q1(a) (10 marks): Which of the following was the more successful ruler of Russia? (i) Feodor III (ii) Regent Sophia Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii).
- June 2022, Y210, Q2(a) (10 marks): Which of the following had a more significant impact on the Russian people during the reign of Tsar Alexis? (i) The legalisation of serfdom (ii) Church reform a
- November 2021, Y210, Q1(b) (20 marks): How successfully did Tsars Alexis and Feodor deal with the problems facing Russia in the years from 1645 to 1682? OR
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