OCR A Level History A Unit Group 2 Non-British period study: The Crusades and the Crusader States 1095-1192 June 2025 question paper Y203

Which of the following contributed more to the weakness of the Crusader States in the 12th Century?

(i) The death of Baldwin II

(ii) The events of 1183–1186

Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii).

* ‘The military tactics of the Crusaders were the most important reason for the success of the First Crusade.’

How far do you agree?

Which of the following was of greater importance in contributing to the outcome of the Third Crusade?

(i) Events at Acre and Jaffa

(ii) Negotiations with Saladin

Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii).

* ‘The survival of the Crusader States in the 12th Century was dependent on western aid.’

How far do you agree?