plumiThe establishment and expansion of the Umayyad Empire: OCR A‑Level History questions
Every OCR A-Level History exam question on The establishment and expansion of the Umayyad Empire, 2021–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.
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All 6 questions on The establishment and expansion of the Umayyad Empire, as a list
- June 2025, Y201, Q1(a) (10 marks): Which of the following contributed more to the expansion of the Umayyad Empire? (i) The establishment of Syria and Damascus (ii) Systems and methods of governme
- June 2025, Y201, Q2(b) (20 marks): How successfully did Muʾawiya overcome the problems he faced?
- June 2024, Y201, Q1(a) (10 marks): Which of the following was more important in the government of ‘Abd al-Malik? (i) His policy of centralisation (ii) The role of his family Explain your answer w
- June 2023, Y201, Q1(a) (10 marks): Which of the following was more important in the government of ‘Abd al-Malik? (i) His policy of centralisation (ii) The role of his family Explain your answer w
- June 2022, Y201, Q1(b) (20 marks): ‘The achievements of Mu’awiya’s rule, 661–680, were greater than its shortcomings.’ How far do you agree? OR
- November 2021, Y201, Q2(b) (20 marks): ‘Internal feuding was the cause of the decline of the Umayyad Empire.’ How far do you agree?
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