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Thursday 22 May 2025 – Afternoon
GCSE (9–1) Classical Greek
J292/02 Prose Literature A
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1 Read the passage and answer the questions.
© Herodotus, edited by Farnell & Goff, Tales from Herodotus, pages 30-33; 39-41; 42-45, Bristol Classical Press, 2002. From first line "ἐνταῦθα οὗτοι μὲν λόγον εἶχον τῆς πολιορκίας οὐδένα" to last line "εἰσιέναι ταύτῃ εἰς τὴν πόλιν." Item removed due to third party copyright restrictions.
(a) ἐνταῦθα … οὐδένα (line 1): how did the Babylonians feel about the siege?
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(b) τάξας τὴν στρατιὰν … ὁ ποταµός (lines 2–3): how did Cyrus arrange his forces?
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(c) προεῖπε τῷ στρατῷ … εἰς τὴν πόλιν (lines 4–5): what instructions did he give to his army?
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Understand exam format and structure
Past papers show the types of questions, mark allocations, and time limits,
helping students know what to expect in the real exam.
Identify frequently tested topics
By reviewing several past papers, students can spot patterns and common
themes that appear regularly.
Practice time management
Completing past papers under timed conditions helps students learn how
to pace themselves during the exam.
Improve exam technique
Students learn how to interpret command words (e.g. explain, compare,
evaluate) and structure answers effectively.
Assess strengths and weaknesses
Marking answers using mark schemes highlights areas that need more
revision.
Build confidence
Familiarity with exam-style questions reduces anxiety and increases
confidence going into the exam.
Improve accuracy and clarity
Repeated practice helps students write clearer, more precise answers and
avoid common mistakes.
Track progress over time
Comparing results from different past papers shows improvement and
helps students adjust revision strategies.
TYRIONPAPERS.COM
, Oxford Cambridge and RSA
Thursday 22 May 2025 – Afternoon
GCSE (9–1) Classical Greek
J292/02 Prose Literature A
Time allowed: 1 hour
Do not use:
* 1 8 6 4 7 7 2 9 6 7 *
• a dictionary
* J 2 9 2 0 2 *
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use
the lined page at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 50.
• 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 12 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
© OCR 2025 [601/8123/0] OCR is an exempt Charity
DC (DE) 349688/2 Turn over
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, 2
1 Read the passage and answer the questions.
© Herodotus, edited by Farnell & Goff, Tales from Herodotus, pages 30-33; 39-41; 42-45, Bristol Classical Press, 2002. From first line "ἐνταῦθα οὗτοι μὲν λόγον εἶχον τῆς πολιορκίας οὐδένα" to last line "εἰσιέναι ταύτῃ εἰς τὴν πόλιν." Item removed due to third party copyright restrictions.
(a) ἐνταῦθα … οὐδένα (line 1): how did the Babylonians feel about the siege?
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
(b) τάξας τὴν στρατιὰν … ὁ ποταµός (lines 2–3): how did Cyrus arrange his forces?
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..................................................................................................................................................... [2]
(c) προεῖπε τῷ στρατῷ … εἰς τὴν πόλιν (lines 4–5): what instructions did he give to his army?
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
..................................................................................................................................................... [3]
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