ADVANCED SUBSIDIARY (AS) General Certificate of Education January History. Assessment Unit AS 2 [AH121] MONDAY 23 JANUARY, AFTERNOON

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1 ADVANCED SUBSIDIARY (AS) General Certificate of Education January 2012 History Assessment Unit AS 2 [AH121] MONDAY 23 JANUARY, AFTERNOON MARK SCHEME

2 Level of response mark grid This level of response grid has been developed as a general basis for marking candidates work, according to the following assessment objectives: AO1a recall, select and deploy historical knowledge accurately and communicate knowledge and understanding of history in a clear and effective manner; AO1b present historical explanations, showing understanding of appropriate concepts and arrive at substantiated judgements; AO2 In relation to historical context: interpret, evaluate and use a range of source material; explain and evaluate interpretations of historical events and topics studied. The grid should be used in conjunction with the information on indicative content outlined for each assessment unit

3 Level Assessment Objective 1a Assessment Objective 1b Assessment Objective 2 Answers at this level will: Answers at this level will: Answers at this level will: 1 recall, select and deploy some accurate factual knowledge and communicate limited understanding in narrative form. There will be evidence of an attempt to structure and present answers in a coherent manner. 2 be quite accurate, contain some detail and show understanding through a mainly narrative approach. Communication may have occasional lapses of clarity and/or coherence. 3 contain appropriate examples with illustrative and supportive factual evidence and show understanding and ability to engage with the issues raised by the questions in a clear and coherent manner. 4 be accurate and wellinformed and show ability to engage fully with the demands of the question. Knowledge and understanding will be expressed with clarity and precision. display a basic understanding of the topic; some comments may be relevant, but general and there may be assertions and judgements which require supporting evidence. display general understanding of the topic and its associated concepts and offer explanations which are mostly relevant, although there may be limited analysis and a tendency to digress. There will be some supporting evidence for assertions and judgements. display good breadth of understanding of the topic and its associated concepts. Analysis is generally informed and suitably illustrated to support explanations and judgements. display breadth and depth of understanding of the topic and its associated concepts. Explanations will be well-informed with arguments and judgements well-substantiated, illustrated and informed by factual evidence. paraphrase sources or rely on direct quotation when commenting. There may be some attempt to evaluate the sources without adequate analysis of context and limited recognition of the possibility of debate surrounding an event or topic. combine paraphrasing with partial interpretation of sources and offer some additional comment on their significance. There will be some ability to compare sources and an attempt to explain different approaches to and interpretations of the event or topic. Evaluation may be limited. display accurate comprehension of sources and/or the interpretation they contain and assess their utility, supported by contextual reference, e.g. author and date. There will be an ability to present and evaluate different arguments for and against particular interpretations of an event or topic. display complete understanding of content and context of sources, e.g. author s viewpoint motive, intended audience, etc. and be able to comment on points of similarity and difference. There will be appropriate explanation, insightful interpretation and well-argued evaluation of particular interpretations of an event or topic

4 Option 1: Spain and Europe (i) Explain the causes of the Perez affair. recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a) and effective manner and demonstrate understanding of the past Level 1 ([0] [2]) form with limited understanding, explanation and analysis. Answers will be superficial and offer an unclear explanation of the causes of the Perez affair. Meaning may not always be clear because of illegible text, inaccuracies in spelling, punctuation and/or grammar, or the structure and organisation of ideas and points made within the response. Level 2 ([3] [4]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation and analysis. Answers will be better informed and start to identify some of the causes of the Perez affair. Answers at this level may have some lapses in meaning due to inaccurate spelling, punctuation or grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there may be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary. Level 3 ([5] [6]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are developed. Answers will have more detail showing a sound awareness of the causes of the Perez affair. These may include Perez s manipulation of his position as Philip s most powerful secretary. As leader of the Eboli faction, Perez sold state secrets and may have been conducting secret negotiations with the Dutch and Portuguese. These threats to Philip were heightened by his knowledge of the murder of Juan de Escobedo. Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary. Level 4 ([7] [8]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are very well developed and substantiated. Answers will show a clear awareness of the range of problems which led to the Perez affair. Answers will develop the causes identified in Level 3 by considering links to other internal difficulties. A focus on the Aragonese revolt will show Perez s continued threat, after his escape in 1590, and Philip s need to take action. The factional rivalry encouraged by Philip created

5 Option 1: Spain and Europe violent conflict between officials that led Perez to take action which eventually caused the crisis. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [8] (ii) To what extent did Philip II create an absolute monarchy in Spain in the period ? recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a) and effective manner and demonstrate understanding of the past Level 1 ([0] [5]) form with limited understanding, explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 1 answers may provide a narrative or recall little more than a series of details about Philip II s development of government in Spain. Answers at this level will be characterised throughout by unclear meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; there will be an inappropriate style of writing; and defects in organisation and lack of specialist vocabulary. Level 2 ([6] [11]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 2 answers will assess in general terms how Philip II governed Spain between 1556 and Answers at this level will have some lapses in meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there will be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary. Level 3 ([12] [17]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are developed and substantiated. Level 3 answers will provide a more detailed knowledge and understanding of to what extent Philip II created an absolute monarchy. Philip s centralisation of power in Castile and his distrust of advisors points towards absolutism. Philip controlled all things through his council system and his personal control, linked to the decline of the Cortes, seems to support the idea of absolute government. Some historians point to Philip merely improving a system and this contradicts the question. Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling,

6 Option 1: Spain and Europe punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary. Level 4 ([18] [22]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are very well developed and substantiated. Level 4 answers will be more comprehensive and well informed and clearly assess to what extent Philip II created an absolute monarchy in Spain. Level 4 answers will cover the points mentioned in Level 3 but will extend and develop them. Greater focus on Aragon will identify Philip s coronation as a sign of absolutism and his limitation of the Justicia supports this assumption. Philip s creation and manipulation of factions allowed his power to increase. Philip was limited by powerful nobles like the Duke of Medina Sidonia and poor communications with his Empire further hampered his power. One historian argued that, Absolute monarchy is to be judged not by what it looked like but how it worked. Philip s power was limited by the weakness of Spanish government. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [22] 30 2 (i) Explain how Philip II funded his government of Spain in the period recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a) and effective manner and demonstrate understanding of the past Level 1 ([0] [2]) form with limited understanding, explanation and analysis. Answers will typically be inaccurate, superficial and offer an unclear explanation of Philip s sources of income. Meaning may not always be clear because of illegible text, inaccuracies in spelling, punctuation and/or grammar, or the structure and organisation of ideas and points made within the response. Level 2 ([3] [4]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation and analysis. Answers will be better informed and start to identify a variety of sources of income. Answers at this level may have some lapses in meaning due to

7 Option 1: Spain and Europe inaccurate spelling, punctuation or grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there may be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary. Level 3 ([5] [6]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are developed. Answers will have more detail, showing a greater awareness of some of the sources of Philip II s income. These should include the selling of Juros (bonds) and a series of taxes such as alcabata, servicio, excusado and crusada, thus increasing taxation by 430% in the period Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary. Level 4 ([7] [8]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are very well developed and substantiated. Answers will show a clear awareness of the range and variety of the means used to raise finance. Philip obtained funding from his overseas possessions but at a lower level than Castile. The Church posed an excellent source of income as did the sale of lands and influence, although these actually led to a decrease in income. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [8] (ii) How far would you agree that the Spanish economy was successful in the period ? recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a) and communicate knowledge and understanding of history in a clear and effective manner and demonstrate understanding of the past through explanation, analysis and arriving at substantiated judgements Level 1 ([0] [5]) form with limited understanding, explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 1 answers may provide a narrative or recall little more than a few details about the Spanish economy. Answers at this level will be characterised throughout by unclear meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; there will be an inappropriate style of writing; and defects in organisation and lack of specialist vocabulary

8 Option 1: Spain and Europe Level 2 ([6] [11]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 2 answers will in general terms assess to what extent the Spanish economy succeeded in the period Answers at this level will have some lapses in meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there will be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary. Level 3 ([12] [17]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are developed and substantiated. Level 3 answers will provide a more detailed knowledge and understanding of the extent of success of the Spanish economy. Answers will consider the inflationary impact of the American bullion, with a fourfold increase in its value from ducats in the 1560s to ducats in the 1590s. Population increase supported a strong Spanish economy, especially agriculture, in the early years of Philip s reign. However, by the 1580s wheat had to be imported. A lack of investment, due to more beneficial returns from Juros, led to a weakening economy, despite superficial success in areas like Seville. A focus on pirates and plague might be used to analyse how the Spanish economy overcame its difficulties. Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary. Level 4 ([18] [22]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are very well developed and substantiated. Level 4 answers will build upon factors identified in Level 3 to show how Philip s policies aggravated economic weaknesses. Poor government structure overburdened industry with government regulations. The dispersal of the Moriscos had a negative effect on the economy. War overstretched the Spanish economy and taxation, especially Juros, led to a weakening economy, despite superficial success in areas like Seville. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [22]

9 Option 1: Spain and Europe (i) Explain the impact of the Counter-Reformation on Spanish culture in the period recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a) and effective manner and demonstrate understanding of the past Level 1 ([0] [2]) form with limited understanding, explanation and analysis. Answers will be superficial and offer an unclear explanation of the impact of the Counter-Reformation on Spanish culture. Meaning may not always be clear because of illegible text, inaccuracies in spelling, punctuation and/or grammar, or the structure and organisation of ideas and points made within the response. Level 2 ([3] [4]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation and analysis. Answers will be better informed and start to identify the impact of the Counter- Reformation on Spanish culture. Answers at this level may have some lapses in meaning due to inaccurate spelling, punctuation or grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there may be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary. Level 3 ([5] [6]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are developed. Answers will have more detail, showing a greater awareness of the impact of the Counter-Reformation on Spanish culture. Answers might focus on church reform and its impact on Spanish society. Much of the culture was focused on the Catholic faith and censorship, along with bans on foreign study for students, led to an insular state. Philip II s support for the Counter-Reformation and for the arts coincided with Spain s development into a cultural stronghold. Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary

10 Option 1: Spain and Europe Level 4 ([7] [8]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are very well developed and substantiated. Answers will show a clear awareness of the cultural development in this period by developing Level 3 answers. Responses might consider the mystical traditions created by Saint Teresa or Saint John of the Cross. Architectural development of palaces, like the Escorial, had major religious influences. Leading Spanish cultural figures like Cervantes, Lobe de Vega and El Greco all developed in this period. By contrast the Inquisition limited cultural development by forbidding the cultures of Conversos Mudejars and Moriscos. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [8] (ii) The main aim of Philip II s religious policy in Spain in the period was to strengthen Catholicism. How far would you agree with this statement? recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a) and effective manner and demonstrate understanding of the past Level 1 ([0] [5]) form with limited understanding, explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 1 answers may provide a narrative or recall a number of details about Philip II s religious policy. Answers at this level will be characterised throughout by unclear meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; there will be an inappropriate style of writing; and defects in organisation and lack of specialist vocabulary. Level 2 ([6] [11]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 2 answers will answer in general terms what Philip II main religious aims were. Answers at this level will have some lapses in meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there will be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary

11 Option 1: Spain and Europe Level 3 ([12] [17]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are developed and substantiated. Level 3 answers will provide a more detailed knowledge and understanding of Philip s aims and try to assess to what extent Philip II s religious policy in Spain aimed to strengthen Catholicism. Answers should emphasise his support for the Council of Trent and the impact this had on the church in Spain. Philip s support for the Inquisition and its actions against non-catholic elements within Spain show how religion was a driving factor in many of his policies. By focusing on the Moriscos, answers may show that religious motivation outweighed stability and economic development. By contrast responses might consider foreign policy where peace with the Turks showed that support for a religious crusade had not been inherited from his father. Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary. Level 4 ([18] [22]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are very well developed and substantiated. Level 4 answers will develop points made in Level 3 and assess to what extent the strengthening of Catholicism in Spain was the main aim of Philip II s religious policy. Relations with the Papacy should be considered. Philip s control of the Church in Spain was also about the financial benefits that such control granted him. A discussion of the Dutch revolt might require a consideration of religious motivation against dynastic, political and economic elements to Philip s policy. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [22] 30 4 (i) Explain the aims of Philip II s policy towards France in the period recall select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a) and, communicate knowledge and understanding of history in a clear and effective manner and demonstrate understanding of the past Level 1 ([0] [2]) form with limited understanding, explanation and analysis. Answers will offer an unclear explanation of Philip s policy toward France. Meaning

12 Option 1: Spain and Europe may not always be clear because of illegible text, inaccuracies in spelling, punctuation and/or grammar, or the structure and organisation of ideas and points made within the response. Level 2 ([3] [4]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation and analysis. Answers will be better informed and start to identify the aims of Philip II s policy towards France in this period. Answers at this level may have some lapses in meaning due to inaccurate spelling, punctuation or grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there may be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary. Level 3 ([5] [6]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are developed. Answers will have more detail, showing an awareness of the main aims of Philip s policy. Answers should refer to some of the following points: to defend Spain against his long-term enemy, to improve his position in Italy at France s expense and to keep France politically divided but religiously united. Initial conflict was resolved with the Treaty of Chateau Cambresis and the outbreak of the French Wars of Religion reduced France s threat to Spain. Relations began to decline in the 1570s and threatened French support for the Dutch rebels increased tension. In 1584 Philip signed a treaty at Joinville with the French Catholic League to limit the threat of the Protestant Henry of Navarre, and so became involved in internal French politics. By 1589 Philip had invaded France to stop Henry of Navarre becoming King and to place his own daughter on the throne. Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary. Level 4 ([7] [8]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are very well developed and substantiated. Answers will show a clear awareness of the range of aims of Philip s policy towards France. Philip II seemed determined to keep France weak to stop it threatening his dominions and the strategic interests of Spain. Initial goodwill between the two nations had turned into conflict by 1589 as Philip intervened for religious and dynastic reasons. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [8]

13 Option 1: Spain and Europe (ii) In spite of their best intentions, Philip II and Elizabeth I were dragged into a war in 1585 which neither of them wanted. How far would you accept this verdict? recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a) and effective manner and demonstrate understanding of the past Level 1 ([0] [5]) form with limited understanding, explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 1 answers may provide a narrative or recall a series of facts which led to an Anglo-Spanish conflict. Answers at this level will be characterised throughout by unclear meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; there will be an inappropriate style of writing; and defects in organisation and lack of specialist vocabulary. Level 2 ([6] [11]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 2 answers will begin to assess the reasons for the Anglo-Spanish war. Answers at this level will have some lapses in meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there will be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary. Level 3 ([12] [17]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are developed and substantiated. Level 3 answers will provide a more detailed knowledge and understanding of the factors which caused the Anglo-Spanish conflict. Responses might consider that both monarchs wished to avoid war and that Philip proposed to Elizabeth. A focus on the Netherlands as the main cause of conflict will reveal that both monarchs had cause for complaint at the actions of the other. Although they sought to avoid war, the actions of each monarch seemed to drag them towards it. A mention of both Nonsuch and Joinville would reveal the spark for war. Answers should consider some of the earlier causes such as: Philip s interference in rebellion in England; invasion of England from the Netherlands; support for the Sea Beggars; clashes in the Americas and the assassination of William of Orange. Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary

14 Option 1: Spain and Europe Level 4 ([18] [22]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are very well developed and substantiated. Level 4 answers will be more comprehensive and well informed and clearly assess the reasons for the outbreak of war. Responses might consider Elizabeth s fear of a Catholic crusade and to what extent Philip had such intentions. Parma s successes in the Netherlands together with Philip s involvement in the revolt of the Northern Earls, and the Ridolfi and Throckmorton plots, seemed to prove Philip s aggressive intentions. Elizabeth s theft of the Genoese silver ships in 1568 which led to a series of tit for tat reprisals might be used to show how tensions grew but that war could have been avoided if each monarch had tried to understand the other. Clashes in the New World greatly increased the likelihood of conflict but could show that a growing English expansion was always likely to lead to war. Elizabeth s positive attitude to English expansion was always likely to cause war despite her desire to avoid it. Finally, answers might consider religious differences which contributed to the conflict. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [22] Option

15 Option 2: The Ascendancy of France in Europe (i) Explain the consequences of the War of Devolution of recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a), and effective manner, and demonstrate understanding of the past Level 1 ([0] [2]) form with limited understanding, explanation and analysis. Responses will provide a narrative of some of the events of the War of Devolution or make a few generalisations. Meaning may not always be clear because of illegible text, inaccuracies in spelling, punctuation and/or grammar or the structure and organisation of ideas and points made within the response. Level 2 ([3] [4]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation and analysis. Answers will have difficulty consistently engaging with the question on its own terms, providing a general account of the events of the war and its aftermath. The response may contain some explanation of the immediate results of the conflict. The terms of the Treaty of Aix-la- Chapelle, May 1668, may be briefly outlined. Answers at this level may have some lapses in meaning due to inaccurate spelling, punctuation or grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there may be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary. Level 3 ([5] [6]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are developed. Answers will have more detail, dealing perhaps with the precise terms of the Treaty which compelled Louis to return Franche- Comte while retaining the French gains in the Spanish Netherlands, including Douai, Charleroi, Oudenarde and Lille. Louis s army had displayed its strength to Europe and expanded French territory through a series of carefully orchestrated sieges. Answers may explain how Louis was angered by the attitude of the Dutch, who had formed a Triple Alliance with England and Sweden, and ordered his army to launch an attack on Holland that culminated in the Dutch War, Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary

16 Option 2: The Ascendancy of France in Europe Level 4 ([7] [8]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are very well developed and substantiated. Answers will be better informed and may elaborate upon Louis s anger with the Dutch attitude and his determination to teach the maggots a lesson. Louis set out to further secure his north east frontier by ordering Vauban to fortify the seized towns and planning further expansion into Holland. Good answers may note Louis s tentative negotiations with Leopold about partitioning the Spanish empire. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [8] (ii) The formation of the Grand Alliance was the most important reason for the outbreak of the Nine Years War in How far would you accept this verdict? recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a), and effective manner, and demonstrate understanding of the past Level 1 ([0] [5]) form with limited understanding, explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 1 answers may provide a narrative or recall some of the key events leading up to the war. These answers will be generalised. Answers at this level will be characterised throughout by unclear meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; there will be an inappropriate style of writing; and defects in organisation and lack of specialist vocabulary. Level 2 ([6] [11]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 2 answers will have difficulty consistently engaging with the question on its own terms, with the answer providing a general account of the outbreak of war. The formation of the defensive League of Augsburg in 1686 and its development into a full Grand Alliance enabled the Allies to react to the actions of the French King. Louis XIV was annoyed that the archbishopric of Cologne was granted to the brother of the Elector of Bavaria and that he had been thwarted by the Diet of the Holy Roman Empire when it granted the Electorate of the Palatinate to William of Neuberg. The war began when French troops

17 Option 2: The Ascendancy of France in Europe invaded the Palatinate. Answers at this level will have some lapses in meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there will be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary. Level 3 ([12] [17]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are developed and substantiated. Level 3 answers will provide a more detailed knowledge and understanding of how the formation of the Grand Alliance was central to the outbreak of war and address the other factors which led to the outbreak of war. Without the strength in numbers the Alliance provided, it is unlikely that any single enemy of Louis would have declared war on France alone. France was involved in a long-standing quarrel with the Papacy which had been heightened by Louis s seizing of Avignon and the events in Cologne. England and the Dutch were alarmed by the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes in England was also concerned at how Louis had supported James II in his attempt to recover his throne with a campaign in Catholic Ireland. Louis XIV s expansionist policies had impinged upon the interests of Austria, Spain, England, the United Provinces, Brandenburg, Saxony and Bavaria. Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary. Level 4 ([18] [22]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are very well developed and substantiated. Level 4 answers will reach relevant conclusions about the extent to which the formation of the Grand Alliance was responsible for the outbreak of the Nine Years War. Answers may show some understanding of the long-term build up of grievances to explain the coming together of a diverse group of countries united only by their fear of France and their mutual desire to halt Louis s expansionism. Louis s actions and attitude had played a crucial role in provoking opposition. A more detailed analysis may also be made of the relationship between Louis and William of Orange. The answer will be well informed about the circumstances of 1688 and 1689 that enabled France s opponents to make a united stand against French expansion. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [22]

18 Option 2: The Ascendancy of France in Europe (i) Explain the impact of the Truce of Ratisbon (1684) on Europe. recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a), and effective manner, and demonstrate understanding of the past Level 1 ([0] [2]) form with limited understanding, explanation and analysis. Responses will provide a narrative or make some unsupported statements about the events surrounding the Truce of Ratisbon. Meaning may not always be clear because of illegible text, inaccuracies in spelling, punctuation and/or grammar or the structure and organisation of ideas and points made within the response. Level 2 ([3] [4]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation and analysis. Answers will have difficulty consistently engaging with the question on its own terms, with the answer providing a general account of the events surrounding the signing of the Treaty. The response may contain some explanation of the position of France in relation to the other leading nations of Europe in Answers at this level may have some lapses in meaning due to inaccurate spelling, punctuation or grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there may be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary. Level 3 ([5] [6]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are developed. Answers will have more detail observing, for example, that France had dominated the War of the Reunions with Spain. The taking of the strategically significant towns of Strasbourg and Luxemburg strengthened the vulnerable north eastern frontier of France. Through the victories in this war and his wider reunion policies, Louis had expanded French territory and improved his country s defences. Courtrai and Diksmuide were restored to a demoralised Spain. Austrian assistance had failed to help Spain halt French expansion and the Truce represented the height of French ascendancy in Europe. Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary. Level 4 ([7] [8]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis

19 Option 2: The Ascendancy of France in Europe are very well developed and substantiated. Louis s expansionism may have gained him territory but it had also gained him enemies. His successes in the run up to the Truce of Ratisbon had been while his enemies were distracted by other concerns and only Spain felt able and willing to stand up to France. After Ratisbon the situation in Europe was to be transformed as Louis was to face united opposition in the form of the League of Augsburg and the Grand Alliance. The French position in 1684 was not as impregnable as it may have appeared and good answers may note that Ratisbon was a truce rather than a treaty, meaning Louis s gains were not all permanent. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [8] (ii) Only the Dutch could be satisfied with the results of the Nine Years War. To what extent would you agree with this statement? recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a), and communicate knowledge and understanding of history in a clear and effective manner, and demonstrate understanding of the past through explanation, analysis and arriving at substantiated judgements Level 1 ([0] [5]) form with limited understanding, explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 1 answers may provide a narrative or make generalised assertions about the result of the war and whether Holland was the only country satisfied with its outcome. These answers will be generalised. Answers at this level will be characterised throughout by unclear meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; there will be an inappropriate style of writing; and defects in organisation and lack of specialist vocabulary. Level 2 ([6] [11]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 2 answers will have difficulty consistently engaging with the question on its own terms, with the response providing limited analysis of how satisfied each opponent was, perhaps focusing exclusively on the Dutch. Answers at this level may communicate some knowledge of how, on balance, the Dutch saw their war aims met by defending their territory during the conflict and seeing Louis surrender many of the gains he had made on his north-east frontier. The satisfaction of some of the other Allies may be addressed. Answers at this level will have some lapses in meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there will be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary

20 Option 2: The Ascendancy of France in Europe Level 3 ([12] [17]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are developed and substantiated. Level 3 answers will provide a more detailed knowledge and understanding of the successes of the Dutch and the other nations involved in the Nine Years War. During the war Louis enjoyed notable victories at Fleurus, Steenkirk and Neerwinden, threatening the security of the Dutch. However, the conflict in the Spanish Netherlands became a stalemate and was reduced to a series of sieges. While the Dutch succeeded in defending their territory, they never came close to defeating the French. The terms of the Treaty certainly favoured the Grand Alliance. The Dutch benefited from acquiring the barrier fortresses and seeing Spain restored most of the territory lost to France in the Netherlands. Louis was also forced to recognise William as King of England which arguably strengthened the Dutch position in Europe. France conceded the Palatinate to William of Neuberg, Cologne to Prince Clement of Bavaria and Lorraine to its original owners. Austria also secured territory and had played a crucial role in the Allies overall aim of halting the expansionism of Louis. All that France got out of the war was Strasbourg and Alsace, while retaining its earlier conquests of Metz, Toulon, Verdun and Franche Comte. Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary. Level 4 ([18] [22]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are very well developed and substantiated. Level 4 answers will reach relevant conclusions about the extent to which the Dutch were the only people satisfied by the results of the Nine Years War. Good responses will consider the successes and failures of the Allies and the French, in the war and in the Treaty, recognising that many countries had reason to be satisfied. It may be acknowledged that the Treaty of Ryswick can be interpreted as a diplomatic manoeuvre by Louis to position himself for the Spanish prize and that the sacrifices he made to the Allies should be viewed in that context. Even Louis could arguably be satisfied by his position in Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [22] 30 3 (i) Explain the causes of the War of the Spanish Succession. recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a), and effective manner, and demonstrate understanding of the past

21 Option 2: The Ascendancy of France in Europe Level 1 ([0] [2]) form with limited understanding, explanation and analysis. Responses will provide a narrative or recall some unsupported statements about the events leading up to the outbreak of the war. Meaning may not always be clear because of illegible text, inaccuracies in spelling, punctuation and/or grammar, or the structure and organisation of ideas and points made within the response. Level 2 ([3] [4]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation and analysis. Louis s rejection of the Partition Treaty and acceptance of the Will provoked a reaction from his opponents. Louis s actions over the next number of months were to formalise this opposition into a Grand Alliance against him. Answers at this level may have some lapses in meaning due to inaccurate spelling, punctuation or grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there may be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary. Level 3 ([5] [6]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are developed. William of Orange and Leopold were outraged and alarmed by this expansion of Bourbon power yet war was far from inevitable. Level 3 answers will explain some of the actions of Louis that provoked its outbreak. In December 1700 Louis reaffirmed Phillip s right to the French throne raising the possibility of a future uniting of France and Spain. In February 1701 Louis seized the Dutch barrier fortresses, in the name of his grandson, and, later that year, secured the right for French companies to trade in the Spanish Empire. On the death of James II, Louis recognised the Old Pretender as James III of England, raising the possibility of another Jacobite invasion of England. Louis s opponents formed themselves into a Grand Alliance to restrict the growing power of France. Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary. Level 4 ([7] [8]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation and analysis are very well developed and substantiated. Louis s acceptance of the Will and series of blunders will be explained. Good responses may note the role of other countries in the outbreak of war, notably Austria. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [8]

22 Option 2: The Ascendancy of France in Europe (ii) After its defeat at the Battle of Blenheim, France had no possibility of winning the War of the Spanish Succession. How far would you agree with this verdict? recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a), and effective manner, and demonstrate understanding of the past Level 1 ([0] [5]) form with limited understanding, explanation, analysis and judgement. Responses will be characterised by generalisations and poor understanding, relying mainly on a narrative account of the War of the Spanish Succession. Answers at this level will be characterised throughout by unclear meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; there will be an inappropriate style of writing; and defects in organisation and lack of specialist vocabulary. Level 2 ([6] [11]) with lapses. The answer contains some explanation, analysis and judgement. Level 2 answers will have difficulty consistently engaging with the question on its own terms, providing a limited analysis of the impact of the Battle of Blenheim, perhaps focusing on the events of the battle itself and its immediate consequences. Responses may communicate some knowledge of other significant Allied victories in the war, for example, Ramillies, Oudenarde and Malplaquet. Answers at this level will have some lapses in meaning due to illegibility, inaccurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; at times, the style of writing will be inappropriate; there will be occasional defects in organisation and little specialist vocabulary. Level 3 ([12] [17]) relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are developed and substantiated. Level 3 answers will provide a more detailed knowledge and understanding of the significance of the Battle of Blenheim and make clear judgements about the impact it had upon the war. The battle represented a turning point in the War of the Spanish Succession and was the beginning of a series of stunning victories for Marlborough. Blenheim was the first major defeat for Louis s army and dealt a huge blow to French confidence. The battle devastated the Franco Bavarian army and led to the withdrawal of Bavaria from the war, making a French invasion of Austria impossible. Louis s plans for dominating Europe had been dealt a fatal blow. The Allies secured

23 Option 2: The Ascendancy of France in Europe crucial victories in the north of Europe, at Ramillies, Oudenarde and Malplaquet, each of which played an important role in weakening France. France was also weakened by increasing economic problems as the war progressed and by 1709 Louis was actively seeking peace. It is arguable that, after Blenheim, France still retained the ability to win the war and it was the events elsewhere in Europe, and the New World, that cemented Louis s need to seek peace. Answers at this level will be characterised by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is appropriate; there is good organisation with some specialist vocabulary. Level 4 ([18] [22]) knowledge relevantly, clearly and effectively. Explanation, analysis and judgements are very well developed and substantiated. Level 4 answers will reach relevant conclusions about the extent to which the defeat at Blenheim meant France had no possibility of winning the War of the Spanish Succession. While the confidence of both armies was transformed by Blenheim, and the battle was pivotal in one theatre of war, it was by no means the end of the French war effort. France enjoyed notable successes in Spain and the New World and even at Malplaquet displayed the capacity to fight on. The other successes of Marlborough and the economic and military weaknesses of the French war effort also played their part in Louis s failure to secure victory. Answers at this level will be consistently characterised throughout by clarity of meaning due to legibility, accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar; the style of writing is most appropriate; there is very good organisation and appropriate use of specialist vocabulary. [22] 30 4 (i) Explain the reasons for Marlborough s victory at Malplaquet. recall, select and deploy historical knowledge appropriately AO1(a), and effective manner, and demonstrate understanding of the past Level 1 ([0] [2]) form with limited understanding, explanation and analysis. Responses will make unsupported assertions about the reasons for Marlborough s victory at Malplaquet. Meaning may not always be clear because of illegible text, inaccuracies in spelling, punctuation and/or grammar, or the structure and organisation of ideas and points made within the response