Study Source D. Are you surprised by this source? Explain your answer using details of the source and your knowledge.

Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme (Oct/Nov 2022). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

1. [8] (Level 7) Not surprised by Lansing's position because of Wilson's belief in the League, OR surprised Wilson sacked Lansing because Lansing was supporting the League, OR not surprised by Lansing's criticism of House because House replaced him.
2. [7] (Level 6) Surprised by what House is doing (proposing an alliance to win French support) because of Wilson's belief in the League.
3. [6] (Level 5) Surprised that one American is criticising another (House and Lansing), explained by Wilson's support for the League.
4. [4] (Level 4) Surprised/not surprised by details in D, with explanation.
5. [3] (Level 3) Surprised by internal inconsistencies/common sense (lacks historical reasoning).