GCSE (9–1) PHYSICS A (GATEWAY SCIENCE) — May 2025 PAST PAPER: J249/01
(Foundation Tier) Merged Question Paper & Mark Scheme [OCR J249/01]
Exam Resource Summary
The May 2025 GCSE (9–1) Physics A (Gateway Science) J249/01 (Foundation Tier) Paper provides a
fully merged resource combining the complete examination paper with its official mark scheme. This
format allows learners to see precisely how each question is assessed, clarifying examiner expectations and
highlighting the steps and reasoning required to achieve full marks. This component assesses fundamental
physics concepts including forces, energy, waves, electricity, magnetism, and basic atomic structure.
Candidates are expected to demonstrate problem-solving skills, apply mathematical reasoning, interpret
experimental data, and explain scientific phenomena clearly and accurately. The paper also evaluates
understanding of practical applications, scientific methods, and the ability to communicate scientific ideas
effectively. By pairing each question with detailed marking guidance, the resource strengthens analytical
and problem-solving skills, supports structured and precise scientific responses, and provides focused
revision for the 2026 OCR GCSE Physics A (Foundation Tier) J249/01 examination.
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Section A
You should spend a maximum of 30 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1 Which component gives out light?
A B
C D
Your answer
[1]
2 Which force is a non-contact force?
A Drag
B Friction
C Magnetic
D Tension
Your answer
[1]
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3 Which row shows the minimum number of forces needed to stretch an object and the minimum
number of forces needed to bend an object?
Minimum number of forces Minimum number of forces
needed to stretch an object needed to bend an object
A 1 1
B 1 2
C 2 1
D 2 2
Your answer
[1]
4 Which statement describes the gravitational field between two planets?
A It can be attractive or repulsive and depends on the mass of the planets.
B It can be attractive or repulsive and does not depend on the mass of the planets.
C It is always attractive and depends on the mass of the planets.
D It is always attractive and does not depend on the mass of the planets.
Your answer
[1]
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5 A student draws a free body force diagram of an object falling through water.
What is the correct label for the downwards force?
A Air resistance
B Upthrust
C Water resistance
D Weight
Your answer
[1]
6 There is a current of 50 mA in a wire for 250 s.
What is the charge flow?
Use the equation: charge flow = current × time
A 5.0 C
B 12.5 C
C 5000 C
D 12 500 C
Your answer
[1]
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(Foundation Tier) Merged Question Paper & Mark Scheme [OCR J249/01]
Exam Resource Summary
The May 2025 GCSE (9–1) Physics A (Gateway Science) J249/01 (Foundation Tier) Paper provides a
fully merged resource combining the complete examination paper with its official mark scheme. This
format allows learners to see precisely how each question is assessed, clarifying examiner expectations and
highlighting the steps and reasoning required to achieve full marks. This component assesses fundamental
physics concepts including forces, energy, waves, electricity, magnetism, and basic atomic structure.
Candidates are expected to demonstrate problem-solving skills, apply mathematical reasoning, interpret
experimental data, and explain scientific phenomena clearly and accurately. The paper also evaluates
understanding of practical applications, scientific methods, and the ability to communicate scientific ideas
effectively. By pairing each question with detailed marking guidance, the resource strengthens analytical
and problem-solving skills, supports structured and precise scientific responses, and provides focused
revision for the 2026 OCR GCSE Physics A (Foundation Tier) J249/01 examination.
OCR is an exempt Charity
Turn over
, 2
Section A
You should spend a maximum of 30 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1 Which component gives out light?
A B
C D
Your answer
[1]
2 Which force is a non-contact force?
A Drag
B Friction
C Magnetic
D Tension
Your answer
[1]
© OCR 2025
, 3
3 Which row shows the minimum number of forces needed to stretch an object and the minimum
number of forces needed to bend an object?
Minimum number of forces Minimum number of forces
needed to stretch an object needed to bend an object
A 1 1
B 1 2
C 2 1
D 2 2
Your answer
[1]
4 Which statement describes the gravitational field between two planets?
A It can be attractive or repulsive and depends on the mass of the planets.
B It can be attractive or repulsive and does not depend on the mass of the planets.
C It is always attractive and depends on the mass of the planets.
D It is always attractive and does not depend on the mass of the planets.
Your answer
[1]
© OCR 2025 Turn over
, 4
5 A student draws a free body force diagram of an object falling through water.
What is the correct label for the downwards force?
A Air resistance
B Upthrust
C Water resistance
D Weight
Your answer
[1]
6 There is a current of 50 mA in a wire for 250 s.
What is the charge flow?
Use the equation: charge flow = current × time
A 5.0 C
B 12.5 C
C 5000 C
D 12 500 C
Your answer
[1]
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