1. Question 2a) Describe Batista’s regime in Cuba before the Revolution
4 marks
What should my answer look like?
One paragraph
Simply give details of four things (1mark each) or explain two (2 marks each).
Eg: One major feature was…
Furthermore…
In addition…
Lastly,…

2. Question 2b) Explain why Kennedy decided to allow the Bay of Pigs invasion to go ahead
6 marks
What should my answer look like?
Explain one reason.
Eg: One reason why he decided to launch the invasion was… This convinced him to act because…
Paragraph 1
Explain a second reason:
Eg: Another reason why he decided to launch the invasion was… This convinced him to act because…
Paragraph 2

3. Question 2c) Who did more to weaken relations between Castro’s Cuba and the USA, ? Explain your answer.
10 marks
What should my answer look like?
Explain 2 American policies:
Eg: In some ways America was responsible because… This was important because…. x2
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Explain 2 Soviet policies:
Eg: In some ways the USSR were responsible because… this was significant because… x2
Conclusion
Conclude – answer the question directly:
Eg: Thus, X can be seen as being more significant because…
Note:
This must be a two sided debate. Try to get two points into each side.