Introducing Top Historian, where a decade of seasoned expertise in History teaching and department management converges to craft exceptional educational resources. Our meticulously designed materials include individual lessons, exam technique and content revision for both British and International exam boards. Let Top Historian lighten your workload without compromising on excellence, providing a seamless blend of experience and adaptability to deliver top quality History with maximum progress.
Introducing Top Historian, where a decade of seasoned expertise in History teaching and department management converges to craft exceptional educational resources. Our meticulously designed materials include individual lessons, exam technique and content revision for both British and International exam boards. Let Top Historian lighten your workload without compromising on excellence, providing a seamless blend of experience and adaptability to deliver top quality History with maximum progress.
This IBDP History Paper 1 Exam Technique and Top Tips crib sheet offers a clear, concise guide to mastering the source analysis skills and exam technique for each individual question on the DP History Paper 1.
This resource comprises a single, double sided A4 sheet in which I have summarised the most salient points of exam technique for each question on the IBDP History Source Paper. Drawing on the exam specification, mark scheme, multiple IB training sessions and the success of 5 cohorts of IBDP students, this resource is the most streamlined summary of the key rules to follow for students aiming for Paper 1 success.
Great for breaking down exam technique for students struggling to grasp the basic skills and structure required for source questions, as well as an excellent ‘quick look’ refresh for all students the night before assessment / the final exam, this is a resource that students of all abilities can benefit from!
Fully editable as a Word document to tailor to the needs of you class if you wish!
Stay tuned for the full and detailed **IBDP Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass **coming soon, with specific examples, model answers, practice questions, writing scaffolds and more!
A BUNDLE OF MY BEST TRIED AND TESTED PAPER 4 RESOURCES FROM 2024, UPDATED FOR 2025!
By using the principles, structures and guidance outlined in these resources, our 2024 cohort of 90 students averaged an A grade on this paper, with one student gaining 40/40!
Packed full of exam technique, model answers, retrieval practice, revision and consolidation activities, full student-friendly breakdowns of the mark scheme and step by step guidance and clarification on every aspect of the new Paper 4 exam, this bundle contains everything you need to get your students prepared and confident for the 2025 Paper 4 examination.
All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the New Paper 4 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 onwards specification.
Specific content:
Click on the cover images of the resources to see a full breakdown of slides, activies, model answers, tasks and bonus freebies included in each individual resource!
Paper 4 Exam technique Masterclass (Germany Depth)
This resource includes a fully adaptable 23 slide PowerPoint presentation which breaks down the demands of the 2024 IGCSE History Paper 4 and offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for both questions.
As a BONUS this lesson also includes an Essay Writing Masterclass which breaks down the components of an excellent essay into easy to follow steps - ideal for those students who struggle with academic writing and for those who’ve grasped the basics but want to level-up the quality of their written responses. In addition to this, we’ve included a SECOND BONUS of a model answer to provide students with a clear example of what an excellent Paper 4 essay response should look like.
Knowledge Tests x 4 which span the full content of the Germany Depth Study Syllabus.
Comprising over 340 questions, this bundle provides a knowledge test for each of the 4 segments (from 8A-8D) of the Germany depth study content. Each knowledge test is then broken down into subtopics so that they can be used either in their entirety at the end of the chapter as a summative assessment or low stakes quiz / revision aid OR as regular checkpoints throughout the delivery of the chapter e.g. as starters, review tasks, homework assignments or incorporating into study packs to take home on study leave.
Paper 4 Question Bank (Germany Depth)
This resource contains over 40 PAPER 4 STYLE QUESTIONS for the Cambridge History IGCSE Paper 4 Germany depth study for the 2025 June examination
The quesiton bank includes both Part A and Part B questions divided into the following four areas outlined in the Cambridge IGCSE Specification for the Germany depth study:
Was Germany doomed to fail from the start?
Why was Hitler able to dominate Germany by 1934?
How effectively did the Nazis control Germany 1933-45?
What was it like to live in Nazi Germany?
After even more support with model answers for both question types? Check out the BIG PAPER 4 BUNDLE 2025 (GERMANY DEPTH) for additional resources and materials!
Please note the content specific elements of these resources are focused on the Germany Depth Study . Please search paper 4 masterclass and your chosen depth study in my shop to find the USA or Russia resources! All resources are fully adaptable and customisable to suit individual teacher and class needs.
Associated resources:
The BIG Paper 1 Bundle
The BIG Paper 2 Bundle
Paper 1 Model Answers Bundle
Paper 2 2025 League of Nations Model Answers Set 1
Paper 2 2025 League of Nations Model Answers Set 2
I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming soon!)
As a new TES author doing my best to provide the highest quality History teaching materials, I would be so grateful for a review if you found these resources helpful!
If you have any requests for other resources please do not hesitate to get in contact at tophistorian1@gmail.com.
THE BIGGEST, MOST COMPREHENSIVE BUNDLE OF MY BEST TRIED AND TESTED PAPER 4 RESOURCES FROM 2024, UPDATED FOR 2025!
By using the principles, structures and guidance outlined in these resources, our 2024 cohort of 90 students averaged an A grade on this paper, with one student gaining 40/40!
NOTE: This bundle is for the Germany Depth Study for Paper 4. For the US depth study, find the America EVERYTHING bundle here!
Packed full of exam technique, model answers, practice exam question banks, retrieval practice , revision and consolidation activities, full student-friendly breakdowns of the mark scheme and step by step guidance and clarification on every aspect of the new Paper 4 exam, this bundle contains everything you need to get your students prepared and confident for the 2025 Paper 4 examination.
All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the New Paper 4 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 onwards specification.
Specific content:
Click on the cover images of the resources to see a full breakdown of slides, activies, model answers, tasks and bonus freebies included in each individual resource!
Paper 4 Exam technique Masterclass (Germany Depth)
This resource includes a fully adaptable 23 slide PowerPoint presentation which breaks down the demands of the 2024 IGCSE History Paper 4 and offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for both questions.
As a BONUS this lesson also includes an Essay Writing Masterclass which breaks down the components of an excellent essay into easy to follow steps - ideal for those students who struggle with academic writing and for those who’ve grasped the basics but want to level-up the quality of their written responses. In addition to this, we’ve included a SECOND BONUS of a model answer to provide students with a clear example of what an excellent Paper 4 essay response should look like.
Knowledge Tests x 4 which span the full content of the Germany Depth Study Syllabus.
Comprising over 340 questions, this bundle provides a knowledge test for each of the 4 segments (from 8A-8D) of the Germany depth study content. Each knowledge test is then broken down into subtopics so that they can be used either in their entirety at the end of the chapter as a summative assessment or low stakes quiz / revision aid OR as regular checkpoints throughout the delivery of the chapter e.g. as starters, review tasks, homework assignments or incorporating into study packs to take home on study leave.
Paper 4 Question Bank (Germany Depth)
This resource contains over 40 PAPER 4 STYLE QUESTIONS for the Cambridge History IGCSE Paper 4 Germany depth study for the 2025 June examination
The quesiton bank includes both Part A and Part B questions divided into the following four areas outlined in the Cambridge IGCSE Specification for the Germany depth study:
Was Germany doomed to fail from the start?
Why was Hitler able to dominate Germany by 1934?
How effectively did the Nazis control Germany 1933-45?
What was it like to live in Nazi Germany?
Part A Model Answers
This bundle of New Paper 4 Model Answers contains 3 x Part A ‘Write an account’ style answers (15 marks). These model answers can be used as writing benchmarks, structure guidance or feedback resources post-assessment. These model answers can also be used as a high quality assessment resource by speeding up marking and doubling up as ready made feedback lessons, saving you hours of planning! They also make excellent revision resources for Year 11 to revise from prior to assessments and the upcoming summer examination, to remind themselves of the key features and qualities required to secure those top marks!
Part B Model Answers
As above, these answers can be used for class assessments, revision, self assessment on study leave and more! Below are the titles included in the models:
Model Answer 1 - Discuss the impact of Gustav Stresemann’s leadership on the Weimar Republic (25 marks)
Model Answer 2 - Discuss the significance of Kristallnacht in the persecution of Jews in Nazi Germany (25 marks)
Model Answer 3 - Discuss the significance of propaganda in consolidating Nazi control over Germany (25 marks)
Please note the content specific elements of these resources are focused on the Germany Depth Study . Please find the USA and Russia versions in my TopHistorian Shop by searching paper 4 and your selected country of study. Resources are fully adaptable and customisable to suit individual teacher and class needs.
I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming soon!)
As a new TES author doing my best to provide the highest quality History teaching materials, I would be so grateful for a review if you found these resources helpful! If you have any queries or concerns, as well as requests of additional resources you’d like to see, please do not hesitate to get in contact at tophistorian1@gmail.com
Associated resources:
The BIG Paper 1 Bundle
The BIG Paper 2 Bundle
Paper 1 Model Answers Bundle
Paper 2 2025 League of Nations Model Answers Set 1
Paper 2 2025 League of Nations Model Answers Set 2
A fun and engaging double period lesson covering Hitler’s successful Anschluss with Austria in 1938. Incorporating source analysis, scaffolded exam practice, dual coding tasks and more this lesson is a tried and tested favourite with my GCSE students!
Of all of the stages of Hitler’s foreign policy, students’ recall of specific details and key turning points is routinely strong with Anschluss, as well as their understanding of the significance of the event itself within the wider context of Hitler’s foreign policy aims, growing confidence and subsequent efforts to achieve dominance in Europe.
This lesson has been used with great success as part of a scheme of work for Chapter 3 of the Cambridge IGCSE, the Edexcel IGCSE (Germany topic) and British GCSE exam boards and is suitable for all IGCSE abilities due to the differentiated range of tasks.
Specific content:
Slide 1 and 2 - Source of Inference grid starter (political cartoon) with star challenge.
Slide 3 and 4 - Source analysis of written texts for content and message to get students to predict what Hitler is planning next.
Slide 5 - ‘Our Big Learning Question’ and breakdown of learning objectives.
Slide 6-7 - Think pair share - Scaffolded recap of Hitler’s foreign policy aims and feedback slide.
Slide 8-14 - Examining the events of Hitler’s Anschluss with Austria via a step by step dual coding task. Star challenge questions embedded throughout the main task.
Slide 15 - Refer back to the original Source of Inference starter and students complete the last box with their new contextual knowledge. Use completed source of inference grid to complete full write up of Paper 2 source question. Structure guidance provided on A3 sheet.
Slide 16-18 - Primary sources of the Anschluss.
Slide 19 - Consequences of Anschluss and predictions of where Hitler will head next…
Resources
1 x Powerpoint presentation (19 slides, fully editable)
1 x A3 sheet containing source analysis tasks and exam practice activities.
1 x Picture wheel for dual coding task
Duration:
This lesson consists of a minimum of 2 hours of content. Each activity has been carefully designed using tried and tested methods to guarantee maximum engagement and understanding to facilitate maximum progress.
Associated resources:
Paper 1 CIE IGCSE Full Course Review
Paper 1 Model Answers CIE IGCSE
Cambridge IGCSE Chapter One Review - In a nutshell
FREE Treaty of Versailles Revision Mindmap
This resource consists of two model answers for the New 2024 Paper 4 Cambridge IGCSE History exam. It includes one Qa. ‘Write an account…’ question and one Qb. ‘Discuss the importance/impact/significance of…’ question.
Both questions are centred on 1920s USA, as part of the CIE USA depth study.
All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification.
These Paper 4 model answers can be effectively incorporated into assessment feedback lessons as ready-made reflection or improvement tasks. Additionally, they can be used alongside the New Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass to practice exam technique, or as revision benchmarks for students to revise prior to assessments and the summer exam, to remind themselves of the key features and qualities required to secure those top marks!
Please note that if you have already purchased the New Paper 4 Model Answers Bundle you will already have the contents of this resource and more so please do not duplicate your spending!
For a more in-depth examination and active implementation of the Paper 4 exam technique including; scaffolded planning support, writing tips (FAQs on content, timings, length of answers), assessment questions, pre-made marking codes for both and b questions, reflection tasks and target setting, 'uplevelling your work’ feedback activities AND model answers please take a look at my New Paper 4 Assessment Lessons for getting students exam ready, building confidence and accelerating progress.
NEW RESOURCE FOR 2025 EXAMINATION:
1920s USA IGCSE Revision Guide and Activity Book with Model Answers
1930s Depression and Recovery Guide with model answers coming soon!
I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming soon!)
A complete 40 page revision guide covering every inch of 1920s America. This guide is perfect for **streamling and consolidating **the content of the 1920s for any KS4 students studying History at GCSE or IGCSE level.
Most of my students love History. Many of them, however, say they struggle to remember the vast amounts of content and nitty gritty details of every topic. Even more say they struggle to know how to revise when they’re on their own.
This 40 page revision guide and activity booklet was designed last year with them in mind, as a way to streamline the content of their US depth study and provide them with stimulating and challenging review tasks throughout to make their revision active, rather than passive, and in doing so maximise understanding and recall!
This booklet contains full summaries of the key causes, features, events and consequences of the economic boom on US society, and examines the political, economic and social facets of each of these. In particular, my students found the breakdowns of key concepts into mnemonics, flow charts, fact files and colourful mindmaps extremely helpful in chunking the course content into easily digestible pieces and linking different aspects together.
Alongside these accessible and engaging explanations are numerous revision activites such as: challenge grids, knowledge organisers, diamond 9s, gap fills, scaffolded exam questions, model answers, colour codes, source analyses and many more.
This booklet covers the 1920s and social change only. Part two, covering the bust of the 1930s and attempted recovery during Hoover, FDR and WWI will be available soon!
Complementary resources:
USA Full Course Review (EDEXCEL)
USA Full Course Review (CIE)
USA IGCSE PAPER 4 Model Answers Bundle(CIE)
HISTORY IGCSE CIE NEW Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass
HISTORY IGCSE CIE NEW Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass
USA PAPER 4 ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK LESSONS
Download my FREE PAPER 2 EDEXCEL IGCSE MASTERCLASS (USA) to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce.
This resource consists of 1 set of Paper 1 model answers for the Cambridge History IGCSE Paper 1 2024 June examination. QA, B and C are all based upon the Chapter 2 core content ‘How far was the League of Nations a success?
By using the methods outlined in this masterclass, our 2024 cohort of 90 students achieved an average grade of an A* on this Paper.
All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the New 2024 IGCSE training course delivered by CIE.
How can I use this resource?
These model answers can also be used as a high quality assessment resource by speeding up marking and doubling up as ready made feedback lesson, saving you hours of planning! They also make excellent revision resources for Year 11 to revise from prior to assessments and the upcoming summer examination, to remind themselves of the key features and qualities required to secure those top marks!
Please note that if you have already purchased the BIG PAPER 1 MODEL ANSWERS BUNDLE you will already have the contents of this resource (and more!) so please do not duplicate your spending!
Associated resources:
New IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass for 2024 (CIE 0470). This masterclass breaks down the Paper 1 markscheme into student friendly language that’s accessible to all, and offers step by step guidance on structure (with scaffolded writing support), content and how to hit the highest mark on every question! Bonus freebies include an essay writing masterclass and a model Qc answer, as well as more practice questions with mark schemes!
Additionally, I’ve also created model answers for Paper 1 question sets for KQ1 and KQ3 too!
Paper 1 Whole Course Review - A series of revision tasks and practice exam Qs that span Chapters 1-6! Can be used as a revision lesson or as a bank of individual starters and review tasks to use throughout the year!
I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce!
This Paper 4 Knowledge Test Bundle covers the entire Germany Depth Study content of the Cambridge History IGCSE (0470).
These resources have been produced following the completion of the New IGCSE Specification (2024) training course delivered by CIE as well as feedback from our first cohort of students!
Comprising over 340 questions, this bundle provides a knowledge test for each of the 4 segments (from 8A-8D) of the Germany depth study content. Each knowledge test is then broken down into subtopics so that they can be used either in their entirety at the end of the chapter as a summative assessment or low stakes quiz / revision aid OR as regular checkpoints throughout the delivery of the chapter e.g. as starters, review tasks, homework assignments or incorporating into study packs to take home on study leave.
Every knowledge test comes with a full and detailed answer sheet for ease of teacher marking and feedback. They are also perfect for giving to students to self or peer assess to save time and to get students to engage actively with the areas they need to develop,deepen their knowledge of or clarify misconceptions.
All resources in this bundle are fully editable as word documents for you to modify depending on the needs of your class.
For a full breakdown of subtopics included in each knowledge test, please visit the resources individually.
Associated resources:
Paper 4 IGCSE Part B Model Answers x 3 - Germany Depth Study
Paper 2 Masterclass
MODEL ANSWERS X 5 AND FULLY FORMATTED 2025 PAPER 2 EXAM
New IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass for 2024 (CIE 0470)
KNOWLEDGE TEST BUNDLE - PAPER 1 CORE CONTENT
FREE Treaty of Versailles Revision Mindmap
This resource comprises an 85 question knowledge test based on the Germany Depth Study content of topic 8D ***‘What was it like to live in Nazi Germany?***. Currently used as a fact test / team quiz / revision resource for my students studying the CIE IGCSE, I’ve also used it with great success for the British GCSE curriculum and the Edexcel IGCSE curriculum, as well as for KS3.
The test is broken down into the 9 segments outlined below and could be used all together as a single summative assessment or a fun team based quiz at the end of the topic. Alternatively the test could be delivered as 9 mini checkpoints throughout the course either as a starter, plenary or homework task.
Resource details:
Section A: Young People in Nazi Germany
Section B: Women in Nazi Germany
Section C: Workers, Farmers, and Businesses in Nazi Germany
Section D: The Impact of WWII on Germany
Section E: How did WWII Affect young people?
Section F: How did the War Affect Jewish People and minorities?
Section G: Who was Responsible?
Section H: Did the War Increase Opposition to the Nazi Regime?
Section I: Why Was There Not More Opposition to the Nazis?
Great for revisiting at the end of the subtopic, at the end of the whole unit, during the revision period or incorporating into a study pack before students go on study leave.
This resource also comes with a full and detailed answer sheet to speed up marking or for students to self assess with.
Both knowledge tests and answer sheets are fully editable as Word documents to tailor to the needs of your class.
Associated resources:
Paper 4 Exam Teachnique Masterclass - Germany Depth Study
Paper 4 IGCSE Part B Model Answers x 3 - Germany Depth Study
Paper 4 Germany Depth Study Question Bank
FREE Treaty of Versailles Revision Mindmap
A clear, comprehensive and accessible revision mind map for KS4 students studying the League of Nations for IGCSE (Cambridge 0470, Paper 1) or the British GCSE. I have used this for both qualifications where the content is identical.
This resource contains a detailed summary of the threats to the League of Nations success, focusing specifically on their ambitious aims, limited power, membership rules, lack of organisation and democratic structures, and environmental threats.
This mind map breaks down the key details and most salient points into a single visual, colour coded knowledge organiser. **Fantastic for less-able students who struggle with note making or those high flyers who struggle to condense.
These mind maps have been invaluable with my own Year 10 and 11 classes for consolidating, condensing and linking together key information. Each year my students comment on how useful they find them to revise from, particularly the day before and morning of the exam as a quick short term memory refresh!
Ideas for use
History display resource
A3 Revision poster for individual students
Incorporation in class activities e.g. open book assessments, a foundation from which to add detail, peer testing for revision
Complementary resources
This resource is best used in conjunction with the following exam technique masterclasses and model answers to accelerate progress and consolidate understanding:
League of Nations Full Course Content Revision
League of Nations Knowledge Test
Paper 1 model answers bundle (2024)
New Paper 1 2024 IGCSE History exam technique Masterclass
Paper 1 full course review - retrieval practice and content revision
THE BIG PAPER ONE BUNDLE 2024
I know that quality is of the utmost importance when imparting essential content and skills to your students (espeically if you’re paying for it!). If you would like a free sample of my work to see the quality before you part with your hard earned money please feel free to download my Treaty of Versailles Revision Mind Map and my Edexcel IGCSE Paper 2 Masterclass!
This bundle of New Paper 4 Model Answers contains 3 Qa ‘Write an account’ responses, along with 3 Qb essay style answers. These model answers can be used as writing benchmarks, structure guidance or feedback resources post-assessment.
By using the principles and structures outlined in these model answers, our 2024 cohort of 90 students averaged an A grade on this paper, with one student gaining 40/40!
These model answers are based on the content from the US depth study but the structure and format is applicable to anyone doing Paper 4 of the Cambridge History IGCSE for the 2024 exam onwards. All resources are customisable and adaptable as Microsoft Word Documents.
For pre-made assessment lessons complete with a full range of planning guidance, writing support and feedback activities to maximise student progress on the Paper 4 exam, please take a look at my New Paper 4 History IGCSE Assessment Lessons (2024). Additionally, my Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass is the most comprehensive resource designed to walk students through every inch of the new Paper 4 mark scheme and examination demands, packed full of student friendly advice, top tips and scaffolded activities to secure those top grades. Also availab
All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification.
Specific content:
Model Answer 1 - Write an account of the developments leading to Roosevelt’s 1932 election victory. (15 marks)
Model Answer 2 - Write an account of the growth of popular entertainment in the 1920s. (15 marks)
Model Answer 3 - Write an account of the impact of the Great Depression. (15 marks)
Model Answer 4 - Discuss the impact of Prohibition. (25 marks)
Model Answer 5 - Discuss the importance of changes in the lives of women in the 1920s (25 marks)
Model Answer 6 - Discuss the importance of the New Deal (25 marks)
I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming soon!).
Additional resources:
1920s USA Depth Study Revision Guide
A complete set of 5 model answers for the 2025 Paper 2 topic - KQ2 (The League of Nations) with fully formatted source paper and questions. This is Set 3 of the Paper 2 model answer series and focuses on the role of the USA in the League of Nation’s failure.
This final set is best used with students to help them crystalise their understanding of the Paper 2 exam technique and provide clear examples of what an exceptional answer should look like if aiming for top marks! For this reason, this final set focuses on some of the most challenging questions that can be asked in the Paper 2 exam. See below for full breakdown.
This lesson has been produced following the completion of the New 2024 onwards IGCSE specification training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations (CIE).
My last exam cohort of 91 students gained an average A grade overall at IGCSE, with 91% achieving an A*-A. Paper 2 was their strongest paper.
How can I use this resource?
This resource can be used as a preparation lesson in advance of a mock for the mock exam itself & for peer or self assessment
I’ve found using model answers such as these invaluable when walking students through exam technique during revision sessions, and helping to translate the demands of the mark scheme into something tangible and understandable. Students commented on how useful it has been to have a benchmark to measure their own answers against, while doing independent revision and practising past paper questions at home.
Specific content:
Q1. Study sources A and B.
How far do these two sources agree? Explain your answer using details of the sources. [7]
Q2. Study Source C.
Why was this cartoon published in December 1919? Explain your answer using details of the source and your knowledge. [8]
Q3. Study Sources D and E.
How far does Source D make Source E surprising? Explain your answer using details of the sources and your knowledge. [8]
Q4. Study Sources F and G.
How far do these two cartoons agree? Explain your answer using details of the sources and your knowledge. [8]
Q5. Study all the sources.
How far do these sources provide convincing evidence that the League failed because the USA was not a member? Use the sources to explain your answer. [9]
Associated resources
This resource is best used in conjunction with the 2025 IGCSE History Paper 2 Exam Technique Masterclass which and offers step by step guidance on structure, content and how to hit the highest mark on every question type! Bonus freebies include writing like a historian keyword mats and 2 MORE MODEL ANSWERS.
Set 1 - Paper 2 Model Answers LoN (2025)
A complete set of 5 model answers for the 2024 Paper 2 topic - KQ5 (Containment). These model answers focus specifically on the Cuban Missile Crisis and contain a broad cross section of question types for this paper.
This lesson has been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 specification (CIE).
Great for use as in class activities or as a whole pre-made assessment with the model answers to support feedback. Crucially, I’ve found using model answers such as these invaluable when walking students through exam technique during revision sessions, and helping to translate the demands of the mark scheme into something tangible and understandable.
Having the models to serve as clear examples of what high scoring answers should look like has resulted in higher quality assessment answers from my own classes, as well as those of my colleagues. Students too have commented on how useful it has been to have a benchmark to measure their own answers against, while doing independent revision and practising past paper questions at home.
Specific content:
Study Sources A and B.
How far do these sources agree? Explain your answer using details from the sources.
Study Source C.
Why was this cartoon published on 29th October 1962? Explain your answer using details from the source and your knowledge.
Study Sources D and E.
How far does Source D make Source E surprising? Explain your answer using details from the sources and your knowledge.
Study Source F.
What is the cartoonist’s message? Explain your answer using details from the source and your own knowledge.
Study ALL the sources.
How far do these sources provide convincing evidence that the Cuban Missile Crisis was a success for Khrushchev? Use the sources to explain your answer.
Associated resources
This resource is best used in conjunction with the New IGCSE History Paper 2 Exam Technique Masterclass for 2024. This masterclass breaks down the Paper 2 markscheme into student friendly language that’s accessible to all, and offers step by step guidance on structure, content and how to hit the highest mark on every type of question! Bonus freebies include advice on timings, top tips for analysing content and provenance, and ‘writing like a historian’ keyword mats to help students uplevel their written communication through the application of precise and specific vocabulary.
If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming every week!)
A clear, comprehensive and accessible revision activity centred on Hoover’s presidency and FDRs subsequent election victory in 1932.
This resource is aimed at KS4 students studying the topic of America (1919-45).
The main resource in this bundle is the 4 page, fully editable knowledge test which students can complete digitally or on paper. This test includes short answer / fact quiz style questions on Hoover’s presidency and FDR’s strengths/ reasons for his electoral victory in 1932, as well as 2 essay planning templates on the area of Hoovers weaknesses and FDR’s strengths.
This activity could be used as a summative assessment, a medium stakes mid chapter review activity or a low stakes team quiz as a fun starter or plenary.
Some bonus additional resources in the form of a knowledge organiser, colour code and streamlined information sheet have also been included to support student revision prior to taking the test/quiz.
Included resources:
1 x colour code activity assessing whether Hoover deserved the title of ‘Do Nothing President’.
1 x information sheet on FDR.
1 x knowledge organiser on FDR divided into clear themes.
1 x 4 page Knowledge Quiz and Essay Planning Assessment.
While this resource can be used for any GCSE/IGCSE awarding body, the essay scaffolding and guidance is specific to the CIE IGCSE History Paper 1 exam. However, as a fully adaptable resource your able to adjust the planning instructions and marks available to your preferred specification.
Associated resources:
New Paper 1 2025 Cambridge IGCSE History exam technique Masterclass
New Paper 4 USA (2025) CIE IGCSE History Exam Technique Masterclass
1920S IGCSE USA Revision Guide and Activity Booklet
FREE Edexcel Paper 2 Exam Technique Masterclass
CIE IGCSE Paper 4 USA Revision FULL COURSE REVIEW
Edexcel IGCSE Paper 2 USA FULL COURSE REVIEW
MODEL ANSWERS BUNDLE - USA - CIE IGCSE HISTORY
This resource comprises a 70 question knowledge test based on the key content of How secure was the USSRs control of Eastern Europe ?. Currently used as a fact test / team quiz / revision resource for my students studying CIE IGCSE for KQ6, I’ve also used it for the Edexcel IGCSE module on Superpower Tensions as well as for the British GCSE curriculum.
The test is broken down into the 7 sections outlined below and could be used all together as a single summative assessment, homework consolidation or a fun team based quiz at the end of the topic.
Alternatively the test could be delivered as 7 mini checkpoints throughout the course which is how I often use them to build knowledge. Additionally, they are great for a low stakes starter, plenary or homework task.
*Complete with a full answers document for every question, this is great for student self assessment too, minimising teacher workload and feedback time! *
Resource details:
Section A: Hungary, 1956
Section B: Czechoslovakia and the Prague Spring 1968
Section C: The Berlin Wall
Section D: Solidarity in Poland, 1980-81
Section E: Enter Mikhail Gorbachev 1985
Section F: The Collapse of Communism in Eastern Europe
Section G: The Collapse of the USSR and the end of the Cold War?
Great for revisiting at the end of the chapter, at the end of the whole scheme/core content, during the revision period or incorporating into a study pack before students go on study leave.
Core content knowledge tests:
How successful was Containment Knowledge Test
Origins of the Cold War Knowledge Test
Hitler’s Foreign Policy Knowledge Test
League of Nations Knowledge Test
Complementary IGCSE CIE Resources:
Paper 1 FULL COURSE CONTENT REVIEW - retrieval practice and content revision
NEW IGCSE Paper 1 exam technique Masterclass (CIE)
Paper 1 MODEL ANSWERS BUNDLE (2024)
THE BIG PAPER ONE BUNDLE 2024
This resource comprises an 85 question knowledge test based on the Germany Depth Study content of topic 8B ***‘How was Hitler able to dominate Germany by 1934?***. Currently used as a fact test / team quiz / revision resource for my students studying the CIE IGCSE, I’ve also used it with great success for the British GCSE curriculum and the Edexcel IGCSE curriculum.
The test is broken down into the 9 segments outlined below and could be used all together as a single summative assessment or a fun team based quiz at the end of the topic. Alternatively the test could be delivered as 9 mini checkpoints throughout the course either as a starter, plenary or homework task.
Resource details:
Section A: Hitler gains power within the Nazi Party 1919-21
Section B: The Munich Putsch and its consequences
Section C: The Nazis 1924-29
Section D: Hitler’s Henchmen
Section E: Nazi change in strategy
Section F: How did the Depression help the rise of the Nazis?
Section G: **Why did the Nazis succeed in the 1930 elections? **
Section H: How did Hitler become Chancellor?
Section I: How did Hitler consolidate his position?
Great for revisiting at the end of the subtopic, at the end of the whole unit, during the revision period or incorporating into a study pack before students go on study leave.
This resource also comes with a full and detailed answer sheet to speed up marking or for students to self assess with.
Both knowledge tests and answer sheets are fully editable as Word documents to tailor to the needs of your class.
Associated resources:
Paper 4 Exam Teachnique Masterclass - Germany Depth Study
Paper 4 IGCSE Part B Model Answers x 3 - Germany Depth Study
Paper 4 Germany Depth Study Question Bank
FREE Treaty of Versailles Revision Mindmap
This resource comprises an 74 question knowledge test based on the Germany Depth Study content of topic 8C: How was Hitler able to dominate Germany by 1934? Currently used as a fact test / team quiz / revision resource for my students studying the CIE IGCSE, I’ve also used it with great success for the British GCSE curriculum and the Edexcel IGCSE curriculum.
The test is broken down into the 10 segments outlined below and could be used all together as a single summative assessment or a fun team based quiz at the end of the topic. Alternatively the test could be delivered as 10 mini checkpoints throughout the course either as a starter, plenary or homework task.
Resource details:
Section A: Nazi Aims Following Their Seizure of Power
Section B: The Nazi Seizure of Power in Northeim
Section C: The Nazis 1924-29
Section D: The Nazi Police State
Section E: Propaganda in Nazi Germany
Section F: The 1936 Olympics
Section G: The Nazis and the Churches
Section H: The Persecution of Minorities
Section I: **The Persecution of the Jews **
Section J: Opposition to Nazi Rule 1933-39
Great for revisiting at the end of the subtopic, at the end of the whole unit, during the revision period or incorporating into a study pack before students go on study leave.
This resource also comes with a full and detailed answer sheet to speed up marking or for students to self assess with.
Both knowledge tests and answer sheets are fully editable as Word documents to tailor to the needs of your class.
Associated resources:
Paper 4 Exam Teachnique Masterclass - Germany Depth Study
Paper 4 IGCSE Part B Model Answers x 3 - Germany Depth Study
Paper 4 Germany Depth Study Question Bank
FREE Treaty of Versailles Revision Mindmap
Edexcel A Level History Revision Guide: Protest, Agitation and Parliamentary Reform (1780–1928) – Breadth Study
Save time and support your students’ success with this concise, no-fuss revision guide!
Designed specifically for Edexcel A Level History, this resource provides a clear, structured breakdown of the Breadth Study: Protest, Agitation and Parliamentary Reform (1780–1928). Perfect for classroom use, independent revision, or targeted intervention, this guide ensures students focus on exactly what they need to know—without getting lost in excessive detail.
What’s Inside?
Part 1: Reform of Parliament 1780–1928 – An Overview
1a. How effective were pressures for change to the franchise?
The nature of parliamentary representation in the 1780s
Pressures for change vs. resistance to reform
The Reform Acts and their impact
1b. How significant were changes in the distribution of seats?
Problems of Representation
The Failure of Pitt’s Proposals and Reasons for Resistance to Reform
Key Changes Brought About by Reform
Key Reformers and Opponents of Reform
Why This Guide is a Must-Have for Teachers and Students:
Time-saving & ready to use – No need to create your own revision materials or streamlined notes for those students who struggle to condense or organise their notes!
Supports all learners – Clear enough for weaker students, but structured enough for high achievers who need focus on the most salient points.
Maximises student attainment – Ensures revision is targeted and effective.
Flexible for classroom use – Ideal for homework tasks, revision lessons, or intervention support.
Exam board-specific – Aligned to the Edexcel A Level syllabus to ensure full coverage.
This straightforward, well-organised guide provides a reliable and efficient way to reinforce key knowledge and historical debates. Whether used as a core revision resource or an additional study aid, it helps boost student confidence and exam performance with ease.
Great for using alongside, or in preparation for, knowledge checkpoints, past paper questions and model answers for active revision!
Download today to streamline and accelerate your students’ revision!
Associate resources
Part 2. Changing influences in Parliament 1780–1928: An overview
