Understanding Derek Bentley's Case in Modern Crime
History
GCSE / Grade 9 / Year 10
8 questions
~16 mins
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A source analysis worksheet focusing on the case of Derek Bentley to develop understanding of historical perspectives on crime and justice.
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Understanding Derek Bentley's Case in Modern Crime
Subject: HistoryGrade: GCSE / Grade 9 / Year 10
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Grade GCSE / Grade 9 / Year 10
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Source Analysis: The Case of Derek Bentley
Source A: Testimony from a Witness at Bentley's Trial
"I saw Derek Bentley with a gun in his hand, and he was shouting for help. He did not seem to be the one who fired the shot, but I heard the shot and saw him running away. I believe he was innocent of murder, but he may have been involved in some way."
Provenance: Witness testimony, given during Bentley's trial, 1953.
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What does Source A say about Derek Bentley's involvement in the crime? (3 marks)
[3 marks]2.
Outline the provenance of Source A and explain how it might influence its reliability. (4 marks)
[4 marks]3.
Compare the usefulness of Source A with a hypothetical official police report that states Bentley was guilty. What are the strengths and limitations of each? (5 marks)
[5 marks]4.
Explain why understanding the provenance of a source is important when analysing its reliability. (4 marks)
[4 marks]5.
Analyse how the source helps us understand the challenges of justice in cases like Derek Bentley's. (6 marks)
[6 marks]6.
Compare different perspectives on Bentley's case, such as public opinion versus the court's decision. Why might these perspectives differ? (5 marks)
[5 marks]7.
Outline the significance of Derek Bentley's case in the context of justice and capital punishment in Britain. (4 marks)
[4 marks]8.
Analyse how the case of Derek Bentley reflects wider social attitudes towards crime and punishment in 1950s Britain. (6 marks)
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