Edexcel A Level History Paper 1 option: England, 1509-1603: authority, nation and religion June 2024 question paper 9HI0/1B

How far do you agree that, in the years 1529–88, the most significant developments in Protestantism were those seen during the reign of Edward VI?

How far do you agree that, in the years c1560–88, developments in trade were mainly due to the impact of foreign workers?

How accurate is it to say that, in the years 1509–88, population growth was the main reason for the increase in poverty?

How similar was the role of parliament before 1529 to the role of parliament in the years 1529–88?

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, in the years 1589–1603, the response of Elizabeth’s government to the problems her nation faced was ‘remarkable’ [Extract 1, line 16]?

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