plumiThe causes and nature of the First World War: OCR A‑Level History questions
Every OCR A-Level History exam question on The causes and nature of the First World War, 2021–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.
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All 5 questions on The causes and nature of the First World War, as a list
- June 2025, Y218, Q1(b) (20 marks): ‘Militarism was the main cause of the First World War.’ How far do you agree?
- June 2025, Y218, Q2(a) (10 marks): Which of the following was the more important reason for the outcome of the First World War? (i) The role of the generals (ii) The entry into the war of the USA
- June 2024, Y218, Q1(b) (20 marks): ‘The USA’s entry into the First World War was the most important factor in determining its outcome.’ How far do you agree?
- June 2023, Y218, Q1(a) (10 marks): Which of the following was the more important cause of the First World War? (i) The aims and policies of Austria-Hungary (ii) The aims and policies of Germany E
- November 2021, Y218, Q2(b) (20 marks): ‘The Balkan Crises were the main reason for the outbreak of the First World War.’ How far do you agree?
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