| Date | May 2021 | Marks available | 15 | Reference code | 21M.3op4.HL.TZ0.7 |
| Level | Higher level only | Paper | Paper 3 (History of Europe) | Time zone | TZ0 |
| Command term | Evaluate | Question number | 7 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
Section 4: The Renaissance (c1400–1600)
Evaluate the contribution of social and political factors to the development of the Renaissance in Florence.
Markscheme
The question requires that candidates make an appraisal of the contribution of social and political factors to the development of the Renaissance in Florence. Regarding the political factors, candidates may refer to the characteristics of the republic in Florence, the freedom many citizens enjoyed and the respect for individual rights in the city. Other relevant factors may be addressed, for example the wealth of many families, such as the Medicis; the patronage exercised by rich merchants and bankers; well-known scientists, intellectuals and artists moving to the city. Candidates may offer equal coverage of social and political factors, or they may prioritize their evaluation of one of them. However, both aspects will be a feature of the response. Candidates’ opinions or conclusions will be presented clearly and supported by appropriate evidence.
Examiners report
The question required that candidates make an appraisal of the contribution of social and political factors to the development of the Renaissance in Florence.
