Study the Catholic question, including Titus Oates, Popish Plot, Rye House Plot, Exclusion Bill 1679 and James, Duke of York.

Exam argument: Part one: Crown, Parliament, plots and court life in BD Restoration England, 1660-1685 (Paper 2 Section B: British depth studies including the historic environment) provides the direct anchor for this learning objective. Students focus on Study the Catholic question, including Titus Oates, Popish Plot, Rye House Plot, Exclusion Bill 1679 and James, Duke of York. The explanation should use the subtopic wording, the relevant period, named events or individuals where appropriate, and precise historical evidence. It should then separate cause from consequence, change from continuity, and significance from importance while keeping sources, interpretations, evidence and opinion distinct.