A LEVEL HISTORY A: Actual June 2025 PAST PAPER 1: The German Reformation and
the Rule of Charles V 1500–1559. All Assessment Questions & Mark Scheme [OCR Y207/01]
Exam Resource Summary
The A Level History A June 2025 The German Reformation and the Rule of Charles V 1500–1559
Paper (OCR Y207/01) integrates 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 religious, political, and social transformations in Germany during the early
16th century, including the causes and consequences of the Reformation, the role of Martin Luther
and other key figures, and the policies and challenges faced by Charles V. Candidates are required
to analyse primary and secondary sources, evaluate differing historical interpretations, and construct
coherent, 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 required for high-band marks. This integrated format strengthens source evaluation,
critical thinking, and essay-writing skills, preparing students thoroughly for the May/June 2026
OCR A Level History A The German Reformation and the Rule of Charles V 1500–1559
examination.
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Answer Question 1 or Question 2.
1
(a) Which of the following contributed more to the spread of Lutheranism in the period from 1530 to
1555?
(i) Lutheran church leaders
(ii) German princes
Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii). [10]
(b)* ‘The Ottomans were more successful than Charles V in the Balkans and Mediterranean in the
period from 1520 to 1559.’
How far do you agree? [20]
2
(a) Which of the following was the greater success for the Habsburgs in their wars with France?
(i) The Treaty of Cambrai (1529)
(ii) The Treaty of Cateau-Cambrésis (1559)
Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii). [10]
(b) * ‘German princes and cities were the most important factors in the development of the German
Reformation 1517–1529.’
How far do you agree? [20]
END OF QUESTION PAPER
© OCR 2025 Y207/01 Jun25
, GCE
History A
Y207/01: The German reformation and the rule of Charles V
1500-1559
A Level
Mark Scheme for June 2025
Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations
the Rule of Charles V 1500–1559. All Assessment Questions & Mark Scheme [OCR Y207/01]
Exam Resource Summary
The A Level History A June 2025 The German Reformation and the Rule of Charles V 1500–1559
Paper (OCR Y207/01) integrates 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 religious, political, and social transformations in Germany during the early
16th century, including the causes and consequences of the Reformation, the role of Martin Luther
and other key figures, and the policies and challenges faced by Charles V. Candidates are required
to analyse primary and secondary sources, evaluate differing historical interpretations, and construct
coherent, 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 required for high-band marks. This integrated format strengthens source evaluation,
critical thinking, and essay-writing skills, preparing students thoroughly for the May/June 2026
OCR A Level History A The German Reformation and the Rule of Charles V 1500–1559
examination.
OCR is an exempt Charity
Turn over
, 2
Answer Question 1 or Question 2.
1
(a) Which of the following contributed more to the spread of Lutheranism in the period from 1530 to
1555?
(i) Lutheran church leaders
(ii) German princes
Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii). [10]
(b)* ‘The Ottomans were more successful than Charles V in the Balkans and Mediterranean in the
period from 1520 to 1559.’
How far do you agree? [20]
2
(a) Which of the following was the greater success for the Habsburgs in their wars with France?
(i) The Treaty of Cambrai (1529)
(ii) The Treaty of Cateau-Cambrésis (1559)
Explain your answer with reference to both (i) and (ii). [10]
(b) * ‘German princes and cities were the most important factors in the development of the German
Reformation 1517–1529.’
How far do you agree? [20]
END OF QUESTION PAPER
© OCR 2025 Y207/01 Jun25
, GCE
History A
Y207/01: The German reformation and the rule of Charles V
1500-1559
A Level
Mark Scheme for June 2025
Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations
