IGCSE History (0470) — October–November 2024, Paper 13

Many parts of Europe were affected by revolution in 1848–49. Who was Kossuth?

The use of force and the use of diplomacy were important to German unification. What was the Schleswig-Holstein issue?

The decades after 1850 were a difficult period for the United States. Describe President Johnson’s attitude towards Reconstruction.

The assassination at Sarajevo sparked a crisis which led to war. Describe the impact of German ‘Weltpolitik’ on Europe.

Opinions over the nature of the Versailles peace settlement varied. What were Clemenceau’s aims for the peace settlement?

The League experienced some successes but also failure. What happened during the dispute over Corfu in 1923?

The United States did not achieve its aims in Vietnam. What was the ‘draft’?

The Soviet Union was determined to retain control over Eastern Europe. What was the ‘Prague Spring’?

Troops from the British Empire fought on many fronts. What happened at Vimy Ridge in April 1917?

The war caused wide-ranging challenges for civilian populations. Describe Britain’s conscription policy.

The Nazis aimed to gain complete control over Germany. What were the Nuremberg Laws of 1935?

Life changed under the Nazi regime, especially in wartime. What measures did the Nazis use to encourage marriage?

The Provisional Government struggled to control events after coming to power in 1917. What reforms were introduced by the Provisional Government in 1917?

Stalin’s regime brought sweeping changes to the Soviet Union. Who were the kulaks?

The boom had a significant impact on many sections of the economy. Describe the state of agriculture at the start of the 1920s.

The collapse of the economy was felt across the United States. Describe Roosevelt’s campaign for the 1932 presidential election.

War in the Asia–Pacific developed rapidly and Japan made early gains. Describe events at Pearl Harbor on 7 December 1941.

The Allies secured victory over Germany. What were the Nuremberg Trials?