2025 OCR GCSE Classical Civilization PAPER 11 + MARK SCHEME

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OCR GCSE Classical Civilization – Paper 11: Component Group 1, Option Set 1 (J199/11) – Question Paper + Mark Scheme (2025)

This paper assesses students’ understanding of classical literature, culture, beliefs, and society in the ancient Greek and Roman world, as required by the OCR GCSE Classical Civilization (9–1) specification.

Paper 11 focuses on Component Group 1, Option Set 1, which explores key themes of the classical world through detailed study of literary and historical sources. Topics typically include:

Myth and religion – gods, heroes, rituals, and religious beliefs
Society and daily life – family life, women, slavery, and social hierarchy
Values and beliefs – honour, loyalty, courage, and reputation
Power and authority – kingship, leadership, and political influence
Analysis of sources – interpretation of ancient texts, images, and material evidence

Students answer a combination of short-answer questions, source-based questions, and extended responses, demonstrating knowledge, analysis, and evaluation skills using evidence from the classical world.

The included mark scheme provides:

Detailed marking points and indicative content
Level-of-response descriptors for extended answers
Guidance on analysing literary and visual sources
Examiner expectations and common errors

This resource is ideal for exam revision, mock assessments, classroom teaching, and independent study, helping students understand how to structure high-scoring answers and apply classical knowledge effectively.