The early Republic 1783–1796: OCR A‑Level History questions
Every OCR A-Level History exam question on The early Republic 1783–1796, 2021–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.
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All 5 questions on The early Republic 1783–1796, as a list
- June 2025, Y212, Q1(b) (20 marks): How serious were the problems facing the early Republic in the period from 1783 to 1789?
- June 2024, Y212, Q1(b) (20 marks): How successful was the Bill of Rights (1791) in resolving the problems faced by the early Republic during the period from 1791 to 1796?
- June 2024, Y212, Q2(a) (10 marks): Which of the following was more responsible for the ratification of the 1787 Constitution? (i) The weakness of the Anti-Federalists (ii) The strength of the Fed
- June 2023, Y212, Q1(a) (10 marks): Which of the following was the more serious challenge facing the early Republic in 1783? (i) Economic problems (ii) The distrust of central authority Explain yo
- November 2021, Y212, Q1(a) (10 marks): Which of the following was the greatest challenge to the early Republic? (i) Civil disobedience, 1783–1786 (ii) Shay’s rebellion, 1786–1787 Explain your answer
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