S2 History

Module 2.1 – The Wars of Independence

The crisis caused by the death of Alexander III; Balliol; William Wallace; Bruce; Bannockburn; the Declaration of Arbroath and the death of Bruce. Assessment: a) 40 minute written test. b) Essay (choice of titles given in advance)

Module 2.2 – Mary Queen of Scots

The death of James V; the Regency of Mary of Guise and Cardinal Beaton; Mary’s upbringing in France and marriage to the dauphin, widowhood and return to Scotland; John Knox; Darnley; Rizzio; the battle of Langside; escape to England and execution. Assessment: a) 40-minute written testb) Essay (choice of titles given in advance).

Module 2.3 – Germany Between the Wars

How did Germany fall into the hands of Hitler?; Life in Hitler’s Germany; the Master Race; youth in Nazi Germany; who opposed Hitler?Assessment: a) 40 minute written testb) research project (around 800 words ) to be delivered on an agreed date.