AQA A Level History Depth Study: Royal Authority and the Angevin Kings, 1154-1216 June 2025 question paper 7042/2A

With reference to these sources and your understanding of the historical context, assess the value of these three sources to an historian studying the relationship between King John and his barons.

To what extent was Henry II successful in achieving control over the English Church during his reign?

‘Henry II failed in his dealings with the French Crown.’

Assess the validity of this view.

‘The loss of Normandy in 1204 was more the result of Richard’s legacy than the failings of John.’

Assess the validity of this view.