GCSE (9–1) GEOGRAPHY A — June 2025 PAST PAPER: Geographical Skills
Merged Question Paper & Mark Scheme [OCR J383/03]
Exam Resource Summary
The June 2025 GCSE (9–1) Geography A Geographical Skills Paper (OCR J383/03) delivers a
fully integrated resource that combines the complete examination paper with its official
mark scheme. This merged format allows learners to see exactly how each task is
assessed, providing clear insight into examiner expectations and the criteria required to
achieve higher-level marks. This component focuses on the application of core geographical
skills across a wide range of contexts. Students are assessed on map reading, data
interpretation, graphical analysis, cartographic skills, numerical and statistical techniques,
and the ability to synthesise information from multiple sources. The paper also tests
decision-making and applied reasoning, requiring candidates to justify conclusions using
accurate geographical understanding. By aligning each question with its detailed marking
guidance, this resource supports efficient, purposeful revision and helps students develop
precision when applying skills to unfamiliar scenarios. It enhances confidence in tackling
data-heavy questions, improves analytical accuracy, and prepares learners
comprehensively for the 2026 OCR GCSE Geography A (Geographical Skills) examination.
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Section A
Geographical Skills 1
(a) Look at Fig. 1 in the Resource Booklet.
(i) Identify two renewable sources of energy which have seen global growth in Fig. 1.
A HEP and solar power
B HEP and wind power
C Solar and gas
D Solar and wind power
Write the correct letter in the box. [1]
(ii) Which source of renewable energy saw record growth in China?
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(iii) Using Fig. 1, identify two benefits of the increased capacity in renewable energy.
1 .......................................................................................................................................................
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2 ........................................................................................................................................................
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[2]
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(b) Look at Fig. 2 in the Resource Booklet.
(i) Which graphical technique is being used to display this information?
A Dispersion graph
B Histogram
C Line graph
D Vertical Bar graph
Write the correct letter in the box. [1]
(ii) Describe the changes in renewable energy generation between 2020 and 2022.
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(iii) Suggest one reason for the pattern of change in renewable energy generation in Fig. 2.
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(c) The table below shows trends in UK trade in non-renewable energy during 2022.
Imports % Exports %
Coal +33 -56
Crude Oil +63 -6
Gas +11 +145
Petroleum +9 +34
(i) Calculate the mean percentage change in imports.
You must show your working.
...................................................... % [2]
(ii) Calculate the difference in the percentage change of coal and gas exports.
You must show your working.
...................................................... % [2]
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Merged Question Paper & Mark Scheme [OCR J383/03]
Exam Resource Summary
The June 2025 GCSE (9–1) Geography A Geographical Skills Paper (OCR J383/03) delivers a
fully integrated resource that combines the complete examination paper with its official
mark scheme. This merged format allows learners to see exactly how each task is
assessed, providing clear insight into examiner expectations and the criteria required to
achieve higher-level marks. This component focuses on the application of core geographical
skills across a wide range of contexts. Students are assessed on map reading, data
interpretation, graphical analysis, cartographic skills, numerical and statistical techniques,
and the ability to synthesise information from multiple sources. The paper also tests
decision-making and applied reasoning, requiring candidates to justify conclusions using
accurate geographical understanding. By aligning each question with its detailed marking
guidance, this resource supports efficient, purposeful revision and helps students develop
precision when applying skills to unfamiliar scenarios. It enhances confidence in tackling
data-heavy questions, improves analytical accuracy, and prepares learners
comprehensively for the 2026 OCR GCSE Geography A (Geographical Skills) examination.
OCR is an exempt Charity
Turn over
, 2
Section A
Geographical Skills 1
(a) Look at Fig. 1 in the Resource Booklet.
(i) Identify two renewable sources of energy which have seen global growth in Fig. 1.
A HEP and solar power
B HEP and wind power
C Solar and gas
D Solar and wind power
Write the correct letter in the box. [1]
(ii) Which source of renewable energy saw record growth in China?
. ....................................................................................................................................................................................[1]
(iii) Using Fig. 1, identify two benefits of the increased capacity in renewable energy.
1 .......................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
2 ........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
[2]
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(b) Look at Fig. 2 in the Resource Booklet.
(i) Which graphical technique is being used to display this information?
A Dispersion graph
B Histogram
C Line graph
D Vertical Bar graph
Write the correct letter in the box. [1]
(ii) Describe the changes in renewable energy generation between 2020 and 2022.
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
. ....................................................................................................................................................................................[4]
(iii) Suggest one reason for the pattern of change in renewable energy generation in Fig. 2.
..........................................................................................................................................................
. ....................................................................................................................................................................................[1]
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(c) The table below shows trends in UK trade in non-renewable energy during 2022.
Imports % Exports %
Coal +33 -56
Crude Oil +63 -6
Gas +11 +145
Petroleum +9 +34
(i) Calculate the mean percentage change in imports.
You must show your working.
...................................................... % [2]
(ii) Calculate the difference in the percentage change of coal and gas exports.
You must show your working.
...................................................... % [2]
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