OCR GCSE History Past Papers
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November 2021 (GCSE 9-1) OCR History A (Explaining the Modern World) (J410)
- | (J410/01) International Relations: the changing international order 1918–c.2001 with China 1950–1981: The People and the State
- | (J410/05) International Relations: the changing international order 1918–c.2001 and South Africa 1960-1994: The People and the State
- | (J410/06) International Relations: the changing international order 1918–c.2001 with The USA 1919–1948: The People and the State
- | (J410/08) Migration to Britain c.1000 to c.2010
- | (J410/09) Power: Monarchy and Democracy in Britain c.1000 to 2014
- | (J410/10) War and British Society c.790 to c.2010
- | (J410/11) The Impact of Empire on Britain 1688 –c.1730 with Urban Environments: Patterns of Migration
- | (J410/12) The English Reformation c.1520–c.1550 with Castles: Form and Function c.1000–1750
- | (J410/13) Personal Rule to Restoration 1629–1660 with Castles: Form and Function c.1000–1750
November 2020 (GCSE 9-1) OCR History A (Explaining the Modern World) (J410)
- | (J410/08) Migration to Britain c.1000 to c.2010
- | (J410/09) Power: Monarchy and Democracy in Britain c.1000 to 2014
- | (J410/10) War and British Society c.790 to c.2010
- | (J410/11) The Impact of Empire on Britain 1688 –c.1730 with Urban Environments: Patterns of Migration
- | (J410/12) The English Reformation c.1520–c.1550 with Castles: Form and Function c.1000–1750
- | (J410/13) Personal Rule to Restoration 1629–1660 with Castles: Form and Function c.1000–1750
November 2020 (GCSE 9-1) OCR History B (Schools History Project) (J411)
- | (J411/11) The People’s Health, c.1250 to present with The Norman Conquest, 1065–1087
- | (J411/12) The People’s Health, c.1250 to present with The Elizabethans, 1580–1603
- | (J411/14) Crime and Punishment, c.1250 to present with The Norman Conquest, 1065–1087
- | (J411/15) Crime and Punishment, c.1250 to present with The Elizabethans, 1580–1603
- | (J411/21) History Around Us
- | (J411/39) The Making of America, 1789–1900 with Living under Nazi Rule, 1933–1945
June 2019 (GCSE 9-1) OCR History A (Explaining the Modern World) (J410)
- | (J410/08) Migration to Britain c.1000 to c.2010
- | (J410/09) Power: Monarchy and Democracy in Britain c.1000 to 2014
- | (J410/10) War and British Society c.790 to c.2010
- | (J410/11) The Impact of Empire on Britain 1688 –c.1730 with Urban Environments: Patterns of Migration
- | (J410/12) The English Reformation c.1520–c.1550 with Castles: Form and Function c.1000–1750
- | (J410/13) Personal Rule to Restoration 1629–1660 with Castles: Form and Function c.1000–1750
June 2019 (GCSE 9-1) OCR History B (Schools History Project) (J411)
- | (J411/11) The People’s Health, c.1250 to present with The Norman Conquest, 1065–1087
- | (J411/12) The People’s Health, c.1250 to present with The Elizabethans, 1580–1603
- | (J411/13) The People’s Health, c.1250 to present with Britain in Peace and War, 1900–1918
- | (J411/14) Crime and Punishment, c.1250 to present with The Norman Conquest, 1065–1087
- | (J411/15) Crime and Punishment, c.1250 to present with The Elizabethans, 1580–1603
- | (J411/16) Crime and Punishment, c.1250 to present with Britain in Peace and War, 1900–1918
- | (J411/17) Migrants to Britain, c.1250 to present with The Norman Conquest, 1065-1087
- | (J411/18) Migrants to Britain, c.1250 to present with The Elizabethans, 1580–1603
- | (J411/19) Migrants to Britain, c.1250 to present with Britain in Peace and War, 1900–1918
- | (J411/21) History Around Us
- | (J411/31) Viking Expansion, c.750–c.1050 with The First Crusade, c.1070–1100
- | (J411/32) Viking Expansion, c.750–c.1050 with Aztecs and the Spanish Conquest, 1519–1535
- | (J411/33) Viking Expansion, c.750–c.1050 with Living under Nazi Rule, 1933–1945
- | (J411/36) The Mughal Empire 1526–1707 with Living under Nazi Rule, 1933–1945
- | (J411/37) The Making of America, 1789–1900 with The First Crusade, c.1070–1100
- | (J411/38) The Making of America, 1789–1900 with Aztecs and the Spanish Conquest, 1519–1535
- | (J411/39) The Making of America, 1789–1900 with Living under Nazi Rule, 1933–1945
June 2018 (GCSE 9-1) OCR History A (Explaining the Modern World) (J410)
- | (J410/01) International Relations: the changing international order 1918–c.2001 with China 1950–1981: The People and the State
- | (J410/02) International Relations: the changing international order 1918–c.2001 with Germany 1925–55: The People and the State
- | (J410/03) International Relations: the changing international order 1918–c.2001 with Poland 1956–1990: The People and the State
- | (J410/05) International Relations: the changing international order 1918–c.2001 and South Africa 1960-1994: The People and the State
- | (J410/06) International Relations: the changing international order 1918–c.2001 with The USA 1919–1948: The People and the State
- | (J410/07) International Relations: the changing international order 1918–c.2001 with The USA 1945–1974: The People and the State
- | (J410/08) Migration to Britain c.1000 to c.2010
- | (J410/09) Power: Monarchy and Democracy in Britain c.1000 to 2014
- | (J410/10) War and British Society c.790 to c.2010
- | (J410/11) The Impact of Empire on Britain 1688 –c.1730 with Urban Environments: Patterns of Migration
- | (J410/12) The English Reformation c.1520–c.1550 with Castles: Form and Function c.1000–1750
- | (J410/13) Personal Rule to Restoration 1629–1660 with Castles: Form and Function c.1000–1750
June 2018 (GCSE 9-1) OCR History B (Schools History Project) (J411)
- | (J411/11) The People’s Health, c.1250 to present with The Norman Conquest, 1065–1087
- | (J411/12) The People’s Health, c.1250 to present with The Elizabethans, 1580–1603
- | (J411/13) The People’s Health, c.1250 to present with Britain in Peace and War, 1900–1918
- | (J411/14) Crime and Punishment, c.1250 to present with The Norman Conquest, 1065–1087
- | (J411/15) Crime and Punishment, c.1250 to present with The Elizabethans, 1580–1603
- | (J411/16) Crime and Punishment, c.1250 to present with Britain in Peace and War, 1900–1918
- | (J411/17) Migrants to Britain, c.1250 to present with The Norman Conquest, 1065-1087
- | (J411/18) Migrants to Britain, c.1250 to present with The Elizabethans, 1580–1603
- | (J411/19) Migrants to Britain, c.1250 to present with Britain in Peace and War, 1900–1918
- | (J411/21) History Around Us
- | (J411/31) Viking Expansion, c.750–c.1050 with The First Crusade, c.1070–1100
- | (J411/32) Viking Expansion, c.750–c.1050 with Aztecs and the Spanish Conquest, 1519–1535
- | (J411/33) Viking Expansion, c.750–c.1050 with Living under Nazi Rule, 1933–1945
- | (J411/36) The Mughal Empire 1526–1707 with Living under Nazi Rule, 1933–1945
- | (J411/37) The Making of America, 1789–1900 with The First Crusade, c.1070–1100
- | (J411/38) The Making of America, 1789–1900 with Aztecs and the Spanish Conquest, 1519–1535
- | (J411/39) The Making of America, 1789–1900 with Living under Nazi Rule, 1933–1945
June 2015 - OCR (J415) History A: Schools History Project.
- | Unit A954/11 Study in Development with Elizabethan England Depth Study
- | Unit A954/12 Study in Development with Britain, 1815–1851 Depth Study
- | Unit A954/13 Study in Development with The American West, 1840 – 1895 Depth Study
- | Unit A954/14 Study in Development with Germany, c1919 – 1945 Depth Study
- | Unit A955/21 Historical Source Investigation: A Study in British History: Public Health in Britain 1800 -1914
- | Unit A955/22 Historical Source Investigation: A Study in British Histrory: Protest and Reaction in Britain 1800 -1914
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➨What topics are covered in OCR GCSE History?
OCR GCSE History covers a variety of topics such as The Making of America, Living under Nazi Rule, and The Cold War, among others. These topics cover different time periods and regions, providing students with a broad understanding of history.
➨Where can I find past papers for OCR GCSE History?
You can find past papers for OCR GCSE History on the OCR website or on various educational websites that offer resources for GCSE students.
➨How can past papers help me prepare for my OCR GCSE History exams?
Past papers provide an opportunity to practice your exam technique, become familiar with the format and structure of the exam, and identify areas for improvement. They also give you an idea of the types of questions that may appear on the exam.
➨What is the format of OCR GCSE History exams?
OCR GCSE History exams consist of two papers, each lasting 1 hour and 45 minutes. Paper 1 covers The Making of America and Living under Nazi Rule, while Paper 2 covers The Elizabethans and The Cold War. Both papers include a mix of multiple-choice, short-answer, and essay-style questions.
➨How can I improve my performance in OCR GCSE History exams?
Improving your performance in OCR GCSE History exams requires regular practice and revision. In addition to past papers, you can use textbooks, revision guides, and online resources to deepen your understanding of the topics and improve your exam technique. It's also important to stay organized and manage your time effectively during the exam.