GCSE (9–1) GEOGRAPHY A — Actual May 2025 PAST PAPER: Living in the UK Today
All Assessment Questions & Mark Scheme [OCR J383/01]
Exam Resource Summary
The GCSE (9–1) Geography A Living in the UK Today Paper (OCR J383/01) provides a complete,
exam-style assessment package that brings together the full official question paper and its corresponding
mark scheme. This paper evaluates students’ understanding of contemporary geographical themes
across the UK, including landscapes, environmental challenges, and the social, economic, and political
characteristics that shape everyday life. Candidates are required to apply geographical concepts,
interpret a range of data sources (such as maps, charts, and graphs), and construct well-reasoned
explanations using accurate case-study knowledge. The paper also tests analytical and evaluative skills,
particularly the ability to assess issues, justify decisions, and demonstrate geographical literacy through
coherent written responses. By combining every question with its mark scheme, this resource clearly
communicates examiner expectations, highlights the criteria for high-level answers, and supports
precise, focused revision. It strengthens students’ ability to apply knowledge to unfamiliar contexts,
improves confidence in data-response techniques, and prepares learners effectively for the 2026 OCR
GCSE Geography A (Living in the UK Today) examination.
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Landscapes of the UK
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(i) Which geomorphic transport process is defined as ‘sediment bouncing along the sea bed?’
A Saltation
B Solution
C Suspension
D Traction
Write the correct letter in the box. [1]
(ii) Explain why the mass movement process of sliding occurs on cliffs at the coast.
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(iii) Explain how an arch is formed at the coast. You may use a diagram.
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(iv) Explain two impacts of human activity on the coastal landscape.
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CASE STUDY – a UK river basin
Name of UK river basin ....................................................................................................................
(b) Explain the formation of one or more landforms in your chosen river basin.
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All Assessment Questions & Mark Scheme [OCR J383/01]
Exam Resource Summary
The GCSE (9–1) Geography A Living in the UK Today Paper (OCR J383/01) provides a complete,
exam-style assessment package that brings together the full official question paper and its corresponding
mark scheme. This paper evaluates students’ understanding of contemporary geographical themes
across the UK, including landscapes, environmental challenges, and the social, economic, and political
characteristics that shape everyday life. Candidates are required to apply geographical concepts,
interpret a range of data sources (such as maps, charts, and graphs), and construct well-reasoned
explanations using accurate case-study knowledge. The paper also tests analytical and evaluative skills,
particularly the ability to assess issues, justify decisions, and demonstrate geographical literacy through
coherent written responses. By combining every question with its mark scheme, this resource clearly
communicates examiner expectations, highlights the criteria for high-level answers, and supports
precise, focused revision. It strengthens students’ ability to apply knowledge to unfamiliar contexts,
improves confidence in data-response techniques, and prepares learners effectively for the 2026 OCR
GCSE Geography A (Living in the UK Today) examination.
OCR is an exempt Charity
Turn over
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Landscapes of the UK
1
(a)
(i) Which geomorphic transport process is defined as ‘sediment bouncing along the sea bed?’
A Saltation
B Solution
C Suspension
D Traction
Write the correct letter in the box. [1]
(ii) Explain why the mass movement process of sliding occurs on cliffs at the coast.
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(iii) Explain how an arch is formed at the coast. You may use a diagram.
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(iv) Explain two impacts of human activity on the coastal landscape.
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CASE STUDY – a UK river basin
Name of UK river basin ....................................................................................................................
(b) Explain the formation of one or more landforms in your chosen river basin.
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