A LEVEL HISTORY A: Actual June 2025 PAST PAPER 1: Italy and Unification 1789–1896.
All Assessment Questions & Mark Scheme [OCR Y215/01]
Exam Resource Summary
The A Level History A June 2025 Italy and Unification 1789–1896 Paper (OCR Y215/01)
combines the full official examination paper with its detailed mark scheme to create a focused and
comprehensive revision resource. This paper assesses students’ understanding of the political,
social, and economic factors that shaped Italy’s path to unification, including the roles of key
figures, regional divisions, international influences, and revolutionary movements. Candidates are
required to analyse primary and secondary sources, evaluate differing historical interpretations, and
construct well-supported, evidence-based arguments. By presenting each question alongside its
marking criteria, the resource offers clear guidance on examiner expectations, analytical depth, and
the structured responses necessary for high-band marks. This integrated format supports targeted
revision, strengthens source evaluation and essay-writing skills, and equips students for success in
the May/June 2026 OCR A Level History A Italy and Unification 1789–1896 examination.
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Answer Question 1 or Question 2.
1
(a) Which of the following had the greater impact on the creation of the kingdom of Italy in 1861?
(i) The relations of Cavour with Napoleon III
(ii) Cavour and the enlargement of Piedmont
Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii). [10]
(b)* ‘Relations with the Church were the most serious domestic problem for the development of Italy
during the years from 1861 to 1896.’
How far do you agree? [20]
2
(a) Which of the following had the greater effect on the development of Italy?
(i) The revolution of 1848–1849 in Piedmont
(ii) The revolution of 1848–1849 in Rome
Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii). [10]
(b)* ‘Support for nationalism in Italy during the years from 1789 to 1847 was insignificant.’
How far do you agree? [20]
END OF QUESTION PAPER
© OCR 2025 Y215/01 Jun25
, GCE
History A
Y215/01: Italy and unification 1789-1896
A Level
Mark Scheme for June 2025
Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations
All Assessment Questions & Mark Scheme [OCR Y215/01]
Exam Resource Summary
The A Level History A June 2025 Italy and Unification 1789–1896 Paper (OCR Y215/01)
combines the full official examination paper with its detailed mark scheme to create a focused and
comprehensive revision resource. This paper assesses students’ understanding of the political,
social, and economic factors that shaped Italy’s path to unification, including the roles of key
figures, regional divisions, international influences, and revolutionary movements. Candidates are
required to analyse primary and secondary sources, evaluate differing historical interpretations, and
construct well-supported, evidence-based arguments. By presenting each question alongside its
marking criteria, the resource offers clear guidance on examiner expectations, analytical depth, and
the structured responses necessary for high-band marks. This integrated format supports targeted
revision, strengthens source evaluation and essay-writing skills, and equips students for success in
the May/June 2026 OCR A Level History A Italy and Unification 1789–1896 examination.
OCR is an exempt Charity
Turn over
, 2
Answer Question 1 or Question 2.
1
(a) Which of the following had the greater impact on the creation of the kingdom of Italy in 1861?
(i) The relations of Cavour with Napoleon III
(ii) Cavour and the enlargement of Piedmont
Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii). [10]
(b)* ‘Relations with the Church were the most serious domestic problem for the development of Italy
during the years from 1861 to 1896.’
How far do you agree? [20]
2
(a) Which of the following had the greater effect on the development of Italy?
(i) The revolution of 1848–1849 in Piedmont
(ii) The revolution of 1848–1849 in Rome
Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii). [10]
(b)* ‘Support for nationalism in Italy during the years from 1789 to 1847 was insignificant.’
How far do you agree? [20]
END OF QUESTION PAPER
© OCR 2025 Y215/01 Jun25
, GCE
History A
Y215/01: Italy and unification 1789-1896
A Level
Mark Scheme for June 2025
Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations
