OCR
GCSE
Classical Civilisation
H408/31: Greek religion
*1881835772*
A Level
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink.
• Write your answer to each question in the Answer Booklet. The question numbers must
be clearly shown.
• Fill in the boxes on the front of the Answer Booklet.
• Answer all the questions in Section A and one question in Section B.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 75.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• This document has 4 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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OCR is an exempt Charity
Turn over
Section A
Start your answer to each 10, 20 and 30 mark question on a new page.
Source A
A drawing reconstructing an ancient sanctuary
A B
, 2
1 What is the name of the sanctuary shown in Source A? [1]
2 What are the names of the buildings labelled A and B in Source A? [2]
3 Explain how useful Source A is as a source of information for the worship of the
Olympian gods in this sanctuary. [10]
The philosopher Socrates was tried and sentenced to death by a court because his
beliefs about religion were seen as dangerous by the Athenians.
4 In which year was the trial of Socrates? [1]
5 Name one of Socrates’ students who wrote about his beliefs. [1]
6 Explain why the Athenians executed Socrates. [10]
7* ‘Traditional beliefs in the Olympian gods and goddesses were beginning to decline in
Athens by the time of Socrates’ trial.’
Assess to what extent you agree with this statement and justify your response.
[Section A Total: 45]
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Section B
Answer one question from this section.
Use classical sources, and secondary sources, scholars and/or academic works to
support your argument. You should also consider possible interpretations of sources by
different audiences.
Either
8* ‘Women and girls had fewer opportunities to experience Greek religion than men.’
Assess whether you think this is an accurate assessment of men and women’s
participation and
involvement in ancient Greek religion. Justify your response.
Or
9* ‘The Greeks only worshipped their gods and goddesses for their own personal benefit.’
Assess the extent to which you agree with this statement. Justify your response.
[Section B Total: 30]
END OF QUESTION PAPER
© OCR 2025 H408/31 Jun25
GCSE
Classical Civilisation
H408/31: Greek religion
*1881835772*
A Level
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink.
• Write your answer to each question in the Answer Booklet. The question numbers must
be clearly shown.
• Fill in the boxes on the front of the Answer Booklet.
• Answer all the questions in Section A and one question in Section B.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 75.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• This document has 4 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
© OCR 2025 [603/0726/2] DC (PQ/CB) 353933/3
OCR is an exempt Charity
Turn over
Section A
Start your answer to each 10, 20 and 30 mark question on a new page.
Source A
A drawing reconstructing an ancient sanctuary
A B
, 2
1 What is the name of the sanctuary shown in Source A? [1]
2 What are the names of the buildings labelled A and B in Source A? [2]
3 Explain how useful Source A is as a source of information for the worship of the
Olympian gods in this sanctuary. [10]
The philosopher Socrates was tried and sentenced to death by a court because his
beliefs about religion were seen as dangerous by the Athenians.
4 In which year was the trial of Socrates? [1]
5 Name one of Socrates’ students who wrote about his beliefs. [1]
6 Explain why the Athenians executed Socrates. [10]
7* ‘Traditional beliefs in the Olympian gods and goddesses were beginning to decline in
Athens by the time of Socrates’ trial.’
Assess to what extent you agree with this statement and justify your response.
[Section A Total: 45]
© OCR 2025 H408/31 Jun25
, 3
Turn over
Section B
Answer one question from this section.
Use classical sources, and secondary sources, scholars and/or academic works to
support your argument. You should also consider possible interpretations of sources by
different audiences.
Either
8* ‘Women and girls had fewer opportunities to experience Greek religion than men.’
Assess whether you think this is an accurate assessment of men and women’s
participation and
involvement in ancient Greek religion. Justify your response.
Or
9* ‘The Greeks only worshipped their gods and goddesses for their own personal benefit.’
Assess the extent to which you agree with this statement. Justify your response.
[Section B Total: 30]
END OF QUESTION PAPER
© OCR 2025 H408/31 Jun25
