A LEVEL CLASSICAL CIVILISATION: Actual May 2025 PAST PAPER 24: Greek Art. All
Assessment Questions & Mark Scheme [OCR H408/24]
Exam Resource Summary
The A Level Classical Civilisation May 2025 Paper 24: Greek Art (OCR H408/24) – All
Assessment Questions & Mark Scheme document combines the complete official examination
paper with its detailed mark scheme to form a comprehensive study and revision aid. This paper
assesses students’ understanding of the development, purpose, and cultural significance of
Greek art, including sculpture, architecture, and vase painting from the Archaic to the
Classical periods. It explores how artistic styles, techniques, and themes reflected religious
beliefs, political ideals, and notions of beauty and human form within ancient Greek society.
Students are required to analyse visual sources, interpret artistic intent, and evaluate how
form and function interact across different art forms. The merged layout presents each
question beside its marking criteria, providing insight into examiner expectations, mark
allocation, and effective response strategies. This resource is essential for focused revision, self-
assessment, and developing interpretive and evaluative skills, making it a key tool for preparation
for the May 2026 OCR A Level Classical Civilisation Paper 24: Greek Art examination.
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Section A
Start your answer to each 10, 20 and 30 mark question on a new page.
Source A
The François Vase and frieze from François vase
1 Name the painter of the pot shown in Source A. [1]
2 Name the potter of the pot shown in Source A. [1]
3 What is the name given to the shape of the pot shown in Source A? [1]
4 Give the date of the pot shown in Source A. [1]
5 Using evidence from the frieze depicting Achilles’ pursuit of Troilos and Polyxena, explain how
the painter creates a vivid scene. [10]
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Assessment Questions & Mark Scheme [OCR H408/24]
Exam Resource Summary
The A Level Classical Civilisation May 2025 Paper 24: Greek Art (OCR H408/24) – All
Assessment Questions & Mark Scheme document combines the complete official examination
paper with its detailed mark scheme to form a comprehensive study and revision aid. This paper
assesses students’ understanding of the development, purpose, and cultural significance of
Greek art, including sculpture, architecture, and vase painting from the Archaic to the
Classical periods. It explores how artistic styles, techniques, and themes reflected religious
beliefs, political ideals, and notions of beauty and human form within ancient Greek society.
Students are required to analyse visual sources, interpret artistic intent, and evaluate how
form and function interact across different art forms. The merged layout presents each
question beside its marking criteria, providing insight into examiner expectations, mark
allocation, and effective response strategies. This resource is essential for focused revision, self-
assessment, and developing interpretive and evaluative skills, making it a key tool for preparation
for the May 2026 OCR A Level Classical Civilisation Paper 24: Greek Art examination.
Turn over
, 2
Section A
Start your answer to each 10, 20 and 30 mark question on a new page.
Source A
The François Vase and frieze from François vase
1 Name the painter of the pot shown in Source A. [1]
2 Name the potter of the pot shown in Source A. [1]
3 What is the name given to the shape of the pot shown in Source A? [1]
4 Give the date of the pot shown in Source A. [1]
5 Using evidence from the frieze depicting Achilles’ pursuit of Troilos and Polyxena, explain how
the painter creates a vivid scene. [10]
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