(1) Explain why the Conservatives were able to stay in power from 1951 to 1964.

(2) How far were the declining fortunes of the Conservatives in the early 1960s due mainly to a succession of political scandals?

(3) How far was Harold Wilson a more successful Prime Minister than James Callaghan?

(4) ‘The Labour government of 1964–70 was far less successful than that of 1974–79.’ How far do you agree with this view?

(5) How far did the Conservative party undergo radical change under the leadership of Edward Heath?

(6) Explain why Margaret Thatcher’s domestic policies were so controversial.

(7) ‘Margaret Thatcher’s economic and social policies had a largely positive impact on the welfare of the British people.’ How far do you agree with this view?

(8) Assess the reasons for the problems in Ireland to 1994.