‘If you can remember the sixties, you weren’t really there.’ This glib phrase, commonly repeated to younger generations, gives the impression that the 1960s were a drug-fuelled romp of a decade Historians, however, should not be so simplistic in their evaluation of this period. There were new innovations, many of which were watershed moments in cultural history — the Beatles, the Mini, That Was The Week That Was, Radio Caroline — but there were also aspects of continuity. You need to be aware of the causes and extent of change in society, as well as the political framework, social policies and multiculturalism.
The examination for this unit contains three questions. The first question, based around three sources, is compulsory. You are required to show that you can compare and evaluate sources using your own knowledge. This type of question is covered in this exam focus. The second and third questions do not use sources, and you need attempt only one of these two. In these questions the exam board wants you to show that you can make and evaluate a judgement. All three questions have two parts, the first carrying 12 marks and the second 24 marks.
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