Homer's Iliad: 30 Mark Essay Practice

A selection of essays for A-Level students studying the OCR Classical Civilisation specification for ‘World of the Hero.’ These essays are intended to be used as part of revision

This resource provides a comprehensive bank of exam-style 15-mark questions for OCR Classical Civilisation: World of the Hero

This resource does not include model answers, mark schemes, or writing prompts. Instead, students are encouraged to:

• Use their own class notes and knowledge of classical sources
• Practise selecting and applying relevant evidence
• Develop independent essay planning and judgement skills

So as to:

• Mirror real exam conditions
• Build confidence in recall and argument construction
• Avoid over-reliance on pre-prepared answers
• Encourage deeper understanding of the text

Best used for:

• In-class timed essay practice
• Homework tasks
• Revision and consolidation
• Stretch and challenge for high-achieving students