Edexcel A Level History Paper 3 option: Lancastrians, Yorkists and Henry VII, 1399-1509 November 2021 question paper 9HI0/30

Study the source in the Source Booklet before you answer this question.

Assess the value of the source for revealing the nature of the rule of Henry VI and the behaviour of Margaret of Anjou in the years 1459–60.

Explain your answer, using the source, the information given about its origin and your own knowledge about the historical context.

2 ‘It was relations with foreign powers that had the greatest impact on the stability of Henry IV’s reign in the years 1399–1405.’

How far do you agree with this judgement?

3 ‘Lollardy posed a significant challenge to Henry V’s rule.’

How far do you agree with this statement?

How accurate is it to say that the Treaty of Picquigny (1475) was the most significant change to the power of the crown in the years 1399–1509?

5 ‘The execution of Warwick (1499) was the most significant blow to the nobility’s ability to challenge royal authority in the years 1399–1509.’

How far do you agree with this judgement?