GCSE History Edexcel: Weimar and Nazi Germany Exam Questions Model Answers This document (over 10 pages) contains 14 detailed exam questions and model answers. There is at least 1 model answer for each style of question. This style of question can be found in Paper 3 of Edexcel GCSE History (option 31: Weimar and Nazi Germany 1918-39). A list of the questions answered are also available in the preview. Sources are taken from the Pearson (John Child) and Hodder (John Wright & Steve Waugh) textbooks and are NOT included in the download due to copyright. Students can use these as inspiration to construct their own answers. Ideal for students who have fallen behind on revision or for mock exams. Written by a straight 9 student with an offer to study at Cambridge, and have been fully corrected by an experienced Examiner and teacher! Question 1 – Give two things you can infer from Source A about: (4 marks) life in Germany under the Nazis. the treatment of prisoners in concentration camps. 4 marks the Hitler Youth. the role of women in Nazi Germany. Question 2 – Explain why: (12 marks) Nazi propaganda was so effective. there was so little resistance and opposition to Hitler and the Nazis in Germany in the years 1933-1939. there was a great reduction in unemployment in Germany between 1933-39? the Nazi police state was successful between 1933-39. Question 3a – How useful are Sources B and C for an enquiry into…? (8 marks) the Hitler Youth? the attitudes of Germans towards Nazi policies towards women? the Reich Labour Service? Question 3b. Study interpretations 1 and 2 They give different views about the threats posed by the extremes towards the Weimar Republic 1919-1923. What is the main difference between these views? (4 marks) Question 3c.Suggest one reason why interpretations 1 and 2 on p.129 and p.130 of Pearson give different views about the standard of living of German workers in Nazi Germany. (4 marks) Question 3d. How far do you agree with Interpretation 2 about the threat posed to the Weimar Republic 1919-1923 from the extreme left and right? (20 marks) We really appreciate feedback on our resources so if you kindly leave a review below, you will be able to claim any resource (up to the value of this resource) from our shop for FREE. Just email simplyrevisable@gmail.com with your username and your chosen resource. More resources available in my shop!

A one hour resource all about the main UK political parties, why people vote for them, the trends over the last two general elections, voting trends amongst different sections of society and the possible outlook for the next election. The resource includes a 1 hour PowerPoint, worksheets, clips, is well differentiated and suitable for KS3 or KS4. These resources have been designed to be engaging, detailed and easy to follow. All our resources are editable (so easy to adapt for your classes) and are designed to last one hour each. Find many, many more affordable or free PSHE, Citizenship, RE resources and much more at my Tes store or the EC Publishing website.

The Ultimate History Quiz! For end of year, or any time, no fuss, historical fun. This quiz is a whirlwind tour through time, focusing mainly on time periods studied in KS3 and GCSE in British Secondary Schools (with a little off-curricular extra thrown in!) This quiz will definitely raise a few smiles and giggles and is interactive, editable and best suited to secondary students (although could be used with upper KS2). The rounds include: Kings, Queens and Political Leaders, Who said that quote? Lucky Dip round Ancient and Medieval trivia Mix up! (which two historical figures have their images combined?) Unusual artifacts and historical places All answers are included, as is a score sheet, and there a video clip questions, picture questions as well as many other styles - all are multiple choice The quiz lasts up to 45 mins including clip tasks and can either be played having the answers revealed as you go along, or the board can be paused and the answers read out at the end (you can play either in teams or individually). ADDITIONAL FREE CONTENT: A fun and Christmassy lesson for students in the last week of term. Could be used as a reward lesson the last time you see your class before Christmas. The download includes: a detailed PowerPoint, differentiated tasks, a variety of activities, 3 different fun plenaries, timeline task and more. It’s very easy to follow and can be used straight away :) Who are EC Resources? EC Resources are a group of teachers who work together to create easy to use, high quality and editable lessons and units of work. We have created lessons for The Bank of England, The Children’s Commissioner, MACS Charity, The British Legion, Tes, LikeToBe Careers, the Criminal Cases Review Commission (UK Gov) and have also completed PSHE and Citizenship commissions for schools across the UK.

GCSE History Edexcel: Weimar and Nazi Germany Exam Questions Model Answers This document (14 pages) contains 19 detailed exam questions and model answers. This style of question can be found in Paper 2 of Edexcel GCSE History (option B4: Early Elizabethan England 1558-88) A list of the questions answered are also available in the preview. Students can use these as inspiration to construct their own answers. Ideal for students who have fallen behind on revision or for mock exams. Written by a straight 9 student with an offer to study at Cambridge, and have been fully corrected by an experienced Examiner and teacher! Describe two feature … (4 marks) Describe two features of Elizabethan theatre. Describe two features of Elizabethan government. Describe two features of Elizabethan society. Describe two features of the Elizabethan religious settlement Describe two features of Puritan religious beliefs. Describe two features of Walsingham’s methods of catching Catholic plotters. Describe two features of grammar schools. Describe two features of universities. Describe two features of theatres in Elizabethan London. Explain why … (12 marks) Explain why Raleigh’s first colony to Virginia failed? Explain why Mary, Queen of Scots created a problem for Elizabeth when she came to England in 1568. Explain why Mary, Queen of Scots was executed in 1587? Explain why the Spanish Armada was defeated. Explain why there was an increase in exploration in the years 1558-88. Explain why Raleigh’s first colony in Virginia failed. How far do you agree with this statement? (16 marks) ‘Elizabeth’s greatest problem in 1558 was the threat of invasion.’ ’The Northern Earls rebelled for religious reasons.’ ‘The government tried hard to help everyone who was poor’. ‘Population growth was the main reason why vagabondage increased in Elizabethan England ‘ We really appreciate feedback on our resources so if you kindly leave a review below, you will be able to claim any resource (up to the value of this resource) from our shop for FREE. Just email simplyrevisable@gmail.com with your username and your chosen resource. More resources available in my shop!

This resource is 15 fully resourced sessions exploring the Anglo-Saxon legend Beowulf. Everything you need - models, PowerPoint slides, activities - is included in the ZIP file. The previews you can see show snippets of the first five sessions. It has been created for Year 5, but could be used in other KS2 classes. The unit draws on many versions of Beowulf. The model text harnesses the rich language used in Beowulf: dragonslayer by Rosemary Sutcliff. Each session has been carefully sequenced. The unit begins with immersion into the story through images and drama. There are also reading fluency and comprehension activities. Children in engage in short burst writing activities to learn and apply new skills. They also explore the key features of legends through a tool kit. Towards the end of the unit, children pick from a wide range of hot tasks, choosing the one that excites them most. Finally, children create their own legends, making use of planning grids and storyboards. This unit is ready to go. Creative teachers (and children!) will enjoy getting stuck-in to this one. Please also check out my other units, including ‘Theseus and the Minotaur’. with every lesson creatively planned in detail and many sessions resourced for SEN, EXP and GDS. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/theseus-and-the-minotaur-3-weeks-of-detailed-planning-fully-resourced-and-differentiated-11914692

Model Answers for GCSE Edexcel History: Superpower Relations and the Cold War This document (7 pages) contains 11 model answers and 2 plans. This style of question can be found in Paper 2 of Edexcel GCSE History (P4: Superpower relations and the Cold War 1941-91) A list of the questions answered are also available in the preview. Students can use these as inspiration to construct their own answers. Ideal for students who have fallen behind on revision or for mock exams. Written by a straight 9 student with an offer to study at Cambridge, and have been fully corrected by an experienced Examiner and teacher! CONSEQUENCE QUESTIONS Explain two consequences of the Tehran Conference of November 1943 Explain two consequences of the Potsdam Conference of July 1945. Explain two consequences of the Truman Doctrine. Explain two consequences of the Marshall Plan. Explain two consequences for relations between the USA and the Soviet Union of Reagan becoming President. Explain two consequences of Gorbachev’s new thinking on Eastern Europe. Explain two consequences of the Cuban Revolution of 1959 Explain two consequences of Mikhail Gorbachev’s decision to abandon the Brezhnev Doctrine - NOTE PLAN ONLY NARRATIVE ACCOUNT QUESTIONS Write a narrative account analysing the key events of the Soviet expansion in eastern Europe in the years 1945-48. Write a narrative account analysing the key events in the Soviet Union in the years 1989-91. You may use the following in your answer: The impact of Sinatra Doctrine, Developments in East Germany. Write a narrative account analysing the key events of the Hungarian Uprising in 1956. You may use the following in your answer: Imre Nagy, Soviet Tanks. IMPORTANCE QUESTIONS The importance of the Potsdam Conference for early Cold War tension between the USA and the Soviet Union. Explain the importance of Ronald Reagan for relations between the USA and the Soviet Union - DETAILED PLAN ONLY We really appreciate **feedback **on our resources so if you kindly leave a review below, you will be able to claim any resource (up to the value of this resource) from our shop for FREE. Just email simplyrevisable@gmail.com with your username and your chosen resource. More resources available in my shop!

Colourful, bright, and informative History key words posters for your classroom display. Words include: chronology significance continuity change consequence historian evidence cause provenance diversity

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Originally made as a chronology activity for an open evening, but could be used as a display. Events include those taught in our KS3 curriculum. Roman invasion Anglo-Saxon invasion Viking invasion Battle of Hastings Thomas Becket Richard I and the Third Crusade The plague Wars of the Roses Tudors Spanish Armada Stuarts English Civil War Abolition of slavery India and the British Empire World War One Votes for Women World War Two

This lesson focuses on the history of the United Nations and its aims. It can be used greatly as an introduction to the simulation of the UN (MUN), since the students need to know what exactly is the UN and how it works. This lesson is very easy to teach. You just need to follow the instruction on power point presentation. Every ppt slide has clear instructions about the lesson. In this set of resources you can find: a well prepared ppt presentation many class activities and power point questions, a very interesting lesson starter an activity with the UN preamble and three different video activities about the UN aims and structure The VIDEOs for the Videos Activity are INCLUDED! P.S. I welcome any feedback so I can continue to improve as an author of history resources. Please come back and write what you think about my resources.

A brand new, fun and educational escape room, centred around ancient Egypt and the mysterious disappearance of a missing artifact. Work against the clock to solve the mystery before the dawn of the winter solstace, practicing history skills, critical thinking skills, teamwork and much more. Created with a target age of 11 to 14, this challenging escape room should provide a fun and educational end-of-year activity for your students! Set in the ancient Egypt exhibit at the British Museum, the escape room requires the students to follow a set of clues in their quest to find a missing scroll, believed to contain the secrets of the ancient Egyptian sun god, Ra. Professor Evelyn Westwood, the renowned archaeologist who discovered it, has vanished under mysterious circumstances, and the scroll has gone with her. By solving a collection of puzzles, your students will be guided from room to room on their quest to find a sacred missing artifact, the lost scroll of Ra. While the escape room is intended to be challenging, there is a great deal of support available to help your students in their quest, including explainer videos and animated hints/solutions that can accessed on the main PowerPoint. Perfect for a fun tutor time activity, to be completed over the course of a week, or as a fun lesson before the Christmas holidays.

A comprehensive outline of 22 key geography command words suitable for KS3, GCSE and A Level. Can be used for a classroom display board or for general decoration to help students understand the meaning of command words.

This assembly resource has been created with KS3 and KS4 secondary students in mind to be delivered on Holocaust Memorial Day (27th January). This resource has been created on Microsoft Powerpoint Teacher Notes have been added to the notes section underneath each relevant slide on the Powerpoint to support with the delivery of the content. I am a history teacher and the content of this assembly resource is an extension of a type of activity that I would deliver to my history students when teaching the holocaust. This assembly resource offers a brief exploration using skills of inference of a historical artefact and relies upon student contributions through teacher questionning. A link to a Youtube video has been provided as part of this resource (please ensure you have access to youtube prior to use) This resource also makes reference to the 2024 Holocaust Memorial Day theme of ‘Fragility of Freedom’. The utmost care has been taken to ensure this resource has been created with the utmost respect to the victims of the holocaust and to ensure that students have the opportunity to connect and empathise to the human beings to whom the attrocities of the holocaust were committed. There a no images or corpses in this resource - however the murder of victims is discussed. I really hope you enjoy delivering this assembly and that your students find it engaging and valuable. If you are able to leave a review once you have taught it, I would be really grateful. Teaching Holocaust in history? Check out lessons from my scheme of work! Lesson 1: Ordinary Things Lesson 2: Challenging stereotypes

A highly-detailed and complete teaching sequence for teaching children how to write a high-quality persuasive letter. Included are: Two high-quality end of KS2 standard persuasive letters to use as an example and reference. A Planning proforma. A whole PowerPoint teaching sequence that has activities, probing questions and learning opportunities related to: What is a persuasive letter? Analysis of the text type. Comparing two letters (activity included!) The structure of a persuasive letter Planning Writing a high-quality introduction Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling (First person pronouns, The passive voice, Fronted adverbials, Past tense verbs, Punctuation for Parenthesis) Writing for effect (Emotive language, sentence structure) Editing and redrafting Responding to feedback Celebrating success Designed to save you hours and raise attainment, this is an excellent resource to get the best out of your whole cohort.

Immerse your KS2 students in the pivotal events of World War I with this comprehensive and engaging history unit! Meticulously crafted for Years 3-6, this resource provides everything you need to deliver outstanding lessons that spark curiosity, develop historical skills, and foster a deep understanding of the Great War’s impact. What’s Inside: ★ 12 Detailed Lesson Plans: Step-by-step guidance for each lesson, including clear learning objectives, stimulating activities, and differentiation strategies to cater to all learners. ★ Engaging PowerPoint Presentations: Bring history to life with visually rich slides featuring historical photos, maps, and thought-provoking questions. ★ Diverse Resources: A wealth of printable resources, including timelines, propaganda posters, trench diagrams, poetry analysis worksheets, and more.   ★ Creative Activities: Encourage students to express their understanding through creative projects like designing propaganda posters and writing their own WWI poems. Key Learning Outcomes: ★ Causes & Consequences: Students will understand the complex causes of World War I and its profound impact on the world. ★ Life in the Trenches: Gain a vivid insight into the harsh realities of trench warfare and the daily lives of soldiers. ★ Home Front: Explore how the war affected people on the home front, including rationing, women’s roles, and the impact on children. ★ Propaganda & Communication: Analyze the role of propaganda and communication in shaping public opinion during the war. ★ Remembrance & Legacy: Reflect on the significance of Remembrance Day and the lasting legacy of World War I. Why Choose This Resource? ★ Curriculum-Aligned: Meets the national curriculum objectives for KS2 History. ★ Outstanding Quality: Expertly designed to engage and challenge learners, fostering a deep understanding of historical events. ★ Ready-to-Use: Save valuable prep time with all materials provided in a clear and organized format. ★ Cross-Curricular Links: Explore connections to geography, English, and art, enriching the learning experience. Inspire a lifelong love of history with this exceptional World War I unit! Ideal for: KS2 History, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, World War 1, WW1, the Great War, trench warfare, propaganda, remembrance, British history, European history.

The Titanic Ticket activity has real names of passengers and crew, to bring any study of this tradegy alive. This is a very popular lesson that never fails to catch the imagination of a class and they will talk about it for years to come. When you download you get: • 30 tickets with the names of 30 different real passengers and crew, including well-known names like Captain Smith, First Officer Murdoch and Bruce Ismay. • Each ticket says the name and class of travel. • The number of passengers in each class matches the percentages in each class on board the Titanic when she sank. • It also includes a page of information for you as the teacher to make it easy for you to facilitate discussion. This gives you information about key passengers, a list of who survived and died, as well as the stats for each class of travel. • As a full lesson you also get a 36 slide PowerPoint with images, sources and information on to introduce the sinking of the Titanic and setup the tasks. • 14 Sources on the Titanic, at the end of the PowerPoint, which can be either printed or shown on the PowerPoint. • Bonus: Menus and Table signs for each class of travel. • New updated version 2023 Once you have downloaded the product, print out the tickets ready for your students to be issued as they enter the classroom. Use the PowerPoint to introduce the topic and tasks for the lesson. The Teacher’s information sheet will make facilitating the whole class discussion quick and easy, with no additional preparation required. The tickets hook the students every time and leads on beautifully to the enquiry question of why so many people died when the Titanic sank.

This 21-slide lesson offers a fantastic introduction to George Orwell’s ‘Animal Farm’, including everything that students need to know about the novella’s historical context. Included is information on the Russian Revolution, Orwell, anthropomorphism, satire, and much more. This resource is ideal for GCSE students or KS3 classes. PowerPoint saved as PDF.

In this lesson, students will discover what living conditions were like in Britain’s new industrial towns and specifically examine the increase in illness and disease. Particular attention is paid to the creation of terraced housing, the growth of slum areas, back-to-back housing and the pollution and waste created by such extreme overcrowding in the working class parts of towns. The lesson includes the following: Slide 1: Title slide Slide 2: Lesson learning aims and progress Slide 3: Lesson Warm Up – Class discussion about how students would describe ‘typical’ housing and accommodation today. Slide 4: Lesson Warm Up II – Fill in the missing facts about the growth of towns in the Industrial Revolution Slide 5: Missing terms from the warm-up revealed. Slide 6: Starter Task: Students view a diagram of typical terraced and back-to-back housing and use this to discuss what housing conditions were like and how this led to ill-health and disease. Slide 7: Source Analysis – An illustration of slum housing with prompt questions Slide 8: Source Analysis – Printable GCSE style question sheet Slide 9: Background Information – The growth of industrial towns Slide 10: Background Information – Overcrowded terraced housing Slide 11: Printable fact sheet Slide 12: Activity 1 – Printable worksheet Slide 13: Activity 2 – Creative historical writing task with full instructions Slide 14: Activity 3 – Extended historical writing task with structure ideas Slide 15: Follow Up Challenge Questions Slide 16: Learning Review Crossword with answers revealed Slide 17: Printable version of the learning review crossword I would be grateful if you could leave a review for the lesson if you feel the lesson is effective for you. Many thanks if you spend some of your valuable time doing this as feedback is highly valued. All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. Thank you.