Practice Paper 2 - Causes and effects of wars (750–1500) with authentic IB History exam questions for both SL and HL students. This question bank mirrors Paper 1, 2, 3 structure, covering key topics like historical sources, cause and effect, and continuity and change. Get instant solutions, detailed explanations, and build exam confidence with questions in the style of IB examiners.
Examine the consequences of war on urban centres in two societies between 750 and 1500.
“The long-term effects of war were often unintended by its participants.” Discuss with reference to two wars.
Evaluate the extent to which wars between 750 and 1500 were shaped more by strategic innovation than numerical or material advantage. Refer to two wars.
“Wars were primarily fought to control trade routes.” Discuss with reference to two wars.
“Wars between 750 and 1500 were more effective at dismantling existing social structures than creating new ones.” Discuss with reference to two wars.
“Victories in war between 750 and 1500 often created as many problems as they solved.” Discuss with reference to two wars.
Evaluate the role of internal dissent and unrest in the outcome of two wars.
“Ideology was more important than leadership in determining the outcome of war.” Discuss with reference to two wars.
“Religious belief was the main cause of war between 750 and 1500.” Discuss with reference to two wars.
Evaluate the role of alliances in the outbreak or progression of two wars between 750 and 1500.