Edexcel A Level History Paper 1 option: In search of the American Dream: the USA, c1917-96 June 2019 question paper 9HI0/1F

How accurate is it to say that, in the years 1917-55, there was very limited improvement in the lives of black Americans?

How accurate is it to say that, in the years 1941-80, the impact of war and the Cold War brought about a decline in the confidence the nation had in the presidency?

How far do you agree that developments in popular culture, in the years 1917-45, had an overwhelmingly positive influence on American society?

How accurate is it to say that the most significant feature improving the quality of life in the USA, in the years 1917-80, was the development of a car-owning culture?

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 Reagan presidency cannot be given credit for revitalising American politics?

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