May 2025 Edexcel: A Level History 9HI0/1A Paper 1 – Breadth Study with
Interpretations, Option 1A: The Crusades, c.1095–1204 – Merged Question Paper &
Mark Scheme
Exam Resource Summary
The May 2025 Edexcel A Level History 9HI0/1A document merges the official
question paper and mark scheme for Paper 1 – Breadth Study with Interpretations,
covering Option 1A: The Crusades, c.1095–1204. This paper assesses students'
understanding of the causes, events, and consequences of the Crusades, as well as
their ability to evaluate historical interpretations. The merged format provides
students with full visibility of examiner expectations, mark allocation, and question
structure. Each question is paired with the official mark scheme, supporting targeted
revision, self-assessment, and the development of coherent, analytical historical
arguments. An essential resource for thorough preparation for the 2025 Edexcel A
Level History examination.
Turn over
,
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, SECTION A
Answer EITHER Question 1 OR Question 2.
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EITHER
1 How accurate is it to say that the First and Second Crusades were called
mainly to serve the political interests of the papacy?
(Total for Question 1 = 20 marks)
OR
2 How accurate is it to say that Nur ad-Din made the most significant
contribution to the growth of Muslim power in the years 1144–69?
(Total for Question 2 = 20 marks)
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Interpretations, Option 1A: The Crusades, c.1095–1204 – Merged Question Paper &
Mark Scheme
Exam Resource Summary
The May 2025 Edexcel A Level History 9HI0/1A document merges the official
question paper and mark scheme for Paper 1 – Breadth Study with Interpretations,
covering Option 1A: The Crusades, c.1095–1204. This paper assesses students'
understanding of the causes, events, and consequences of the Crusades, as well as
their ability to evaluate historical interpretations. The merged format provides
students with full visibility of examiner expectations, mark allocation, and question
structure. Each question is paired with the official mark scheme, supporting targeted
revision, self-assessment, and the development of coherent, analytical historical
arguments. An essential resource for thorough preparation for the 2025 Edexcel A
Level History examination.
Turn over
,
,
, SECTION A
Answer EITHER Question 1 OR Question 2.
DO NOT WRITE IN THIS AREA
EITHER
1 How accurate is it to say that the First and Second Crusades were called
mainly to serve the political interests of the papacy?
(Total for Question 1 = 20 marks)
OR
2 How accurate is it to say that Nur ad-Din made the most significant
contribution to the growth of Muslim power in the years 1144–69?
(Total for Question 2 = 20 marks)
DO NOT WRITE IN THIS AREA
DO NOT WRITE IN THIS AREA
2
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