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AQA A-Level History 2026 Predicted Practice Paper — Component 1C
A-Level History · AQA-style · 150 minutes · 80 marks
Modelled component: 7042/1C · Tier: Standard · Non-calculator
7042/1C model: 80 marks, 150 minutes. This StudyVector route models Component 1C The Tudors; other AQA History options need their own exact route.
Prediction type: predicted_paper · Evidence mode: historical · Full-length original StudyVector predicted-practice paper modelled on public exam-board structure. It is not official, leaked or guaranteed.
Evidence basis: public exam-board specification structure, historical topic weighting patterns, StudyVector practice-quality review.
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0–100 model (higher = more demanding)
- Tudor interpretations
- Henry VII and Henry VIII
- Mid-Tudor crisis
- Elizabeth I
- breadth judgement
I completed a StudyVector A-Level History derived predicted-practice paper (2026) and scored 0/80. This is practice-only and not an official paper:
Section A
Compulsory interpretations question. Answer Question 01 from Section A and two questions from Section B.
Question SECTION-A1 (30 marks)
A-Level History Historical interpretations question. Use the interpretation, source or essay wording in this original practice item. Analyse the historical issue using precise own knowledge, evaluate provenance or interpretation where required, and reach a supported judgement.
Section B
Breadth essays - answer two from three questions. Answer Question 01 from Section A and two questions from Section B.
Question SECTION-B1 (25 marks)
A-Level History Consolidation of the Tudor Dynasty, 1485-1547 question. Use the interpretation, source or essay wording in this original practice item. Analyse the historical issue using precise own knowledge, evaluate provenance or interpretation where required, and reach a supported judgement.
Question SECTION-B2 (25 marks)
A-Level History Turmoil and triumph, 1547-1603 question. Use the interpretation, source or essay wording in this original practice item. Analyse the historical issue using precise own knowledge, evaluate provenance or interpretation where required, and reach a supported judgement.
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