Unit 6: CHALLENGE AND CHANGE

Topics:
Venice: Rise and Fall of a Great City-State

2002 Qn 4:
(a) To what extent was the success of Venice from the 9th century onwards due to capable leadership? Explain your answer. (12m)
(b) ‘The discovery of a new sea route to the East in the late 15th century was a disaster for Venice.’ How far do you agree with this statement? Explain your answer. (13m)


2005 Qn 4:
(a) How far was it the discovery of the new trade route to the East that destroyed Venice’s trade? Explain your answer. (12m)
(b) Was its political system more a help than a hindrance to Venice? Explain your answer. (13m)