Edexcel A Level History Paper 1 option: The crusades, c1095-1204 June 2018 question paper 9HI0/1A

How accurate is it to say that the rule of Baldwin I was significantly different from that of Baldwin II in the years 1100–31?

How far do you agree that the main consequence of the failure of the Second Crusade was limited European support for the crusader states in the years 1149–92?

How accurate is it to say that the religious enthusiasm of Nur and Saladin was the most important reason for increased Muslim unity in the years 1146–92?

How far do you agree that the motives for crusading changed in the years 1095–1192?

Study Extracts 1 and 2 in the Extracts Booklet before you answer this question.

In the light of differing interpretations, how convincing do you find the view that the Fourth Crusade was diverted to Constantinople due to the limited abilities of the crusader leaders?

To explain your answer, analyse and evaluate the material in both extracts, using your own knowledge of the issues.