CSEC Religious Education · 2012 · Paper 2

114 questions and parts from this paper. Open one to see it in full, then practise it on Quelpr and get it marked against the mark scheme.

1. 1(a)(i)3 marksTo whom does 'us' in line 1 of the passage refer?
2. 1(a)(ii)1 markAccording to the passage, what relationship did God establish between human beings and the rest of creation?
3. 1(a)(iii)4 marksAccording to the passage, what FOUR things, besides humans, did God create?
4. 1(a)(iv)2 marksWhy was the female created?
5. 1(b)(i)4 marksExplain the Biblical concept of "created in the image and likeness of God".
6. 1(b)(ii)6 marksShow how the concept of being created in God's image should influence our relationship with: • God • self • others
7. 1(b)(iii)6 marksExplain the Biblical concept of stewardship for the sick.
8. 1(c)10 marksUsing your knowledge of the Biblical teachings on human relationships, suggest to Simone a Christian perspective on the issue.
9. 2(a)(i)a)3 marksAccording to the passage, what THREE situations or conditions did the beggar experience when he was alive?
10. 2(a)(i)b)1 markWhere was the beggar taken when he died?
11. 2(a)(i)c)2 marksWhat TWO situations did the rich man experience when he died?
12. 2(a)(ii)2 marksOutline ONE passage of scripture which shows that there is relief from suffering.
13. 2(a)(iii)2 marksName TWO types of Biblical writings.
14. 2(b)(i)6 marksExplain the lessons in the passage above (Luke 16:19–23).
15. 2(b)(ii)6 marksChoose ONE passage of scripture which may be applied to material wealth. Explain the meaning of the passage.
16. 2(c)10 marksEvery day you pass a homeless person who lives on the street corner. Your friends tell you that it is not necessary to offer aid to the person as Jesus said we will always have poor people with us. Using appropriate…
17. 3(a)(i)1 markWhat attribute of God is described in the passage above?
18. 3(a)(ii)4 marksOutline TWO other instances in the Bible which speak about the attribute of God identified in (a)(i) above.
19. 3(a)(iii)5 marksList FIVE other attributes of God.
20. 3(b)(i)6 marksExplain the meaning of the passage quoted above (1 John 4:7–9).
21. 3(b)(ii)6 marksChoose ONE attribute of God that you listed in (a)(iii) above and explain its meaning and implications for Christian living.
22. 3(c)10 marksBased on your understanding of the attributes of God, reply to this letter.
23. 4(a)(i)2 marksDefine the concept of sin.
24. 4(a)(ii)2 marksAccording to the passage, what sin did Adam commit?
25. 4(a)(iii)3 marksAccording to the passage, what were THREE consequences of Adam's sin?
26. 4(a)(iv)3 marksState THREE other consequences of sin.
27. 4(b)(i)6 marksExplain how abuse of the environment could be considered sinful. Illustrate your answer with examples.
28. 4(b)(ii)6 marksDiscuss how salvation should influence our treatment of the environment.
29. 4(c)10 marksImagine that you are Gillian. Explain to Karen how salvation should influence her relationship with Cheryll.
30. 5(a)(i)2 marksName the Lord referred to in Doha 45 and state where He is going.
31. 5(a)(ii)4 marksState TWO reasons why the Lord has to go.
32. 5(a)(iii)1 markIdentify ONE duty of a child to a parent in the Doha and Chaupai above.
33. 5(a)(iv)3 marksFrom the quotation above, name THREE rewards for observing the duty identified in (a)(iii) above.
34. 5(b)(i)8 marksShravan Kumar faced great challenges in serving his parents. Identify the challenges that Shravan Kumar faced in serving his parents and show how he overcame them.
35. 5(b)(ii)8 marksUsing Hindu teachings about the duties of the husband and wife, show how Ram and Sita fulfilled their duties as husband and wife.
36. 5(c)10 marksA youth club in your area has asked you to speak to some young people who have caused their parents great distress because of their disobedience. Using Hindu teachings, advise the young people on the benefits of being…
37. 6(a)(i)a)2 marksBased on the information, who brought the Ramcharitmanas and its oral tradition to the Caribbean and when did this happen?
38. 6(a)(i)b)3 marksBased on the information, state THREE examples of how the Ramcharitmanas was communicated to the masses.
39. 6(a)(ii)4 marksIn which language was the Ramayan first written and what was the reason for rewriting it in Hindi?
40. 6(a)(iii)1 markWhat is the style of writing in the Shri Ramcharitmanas?
41. 6(b)(i)6 marksExplain how any TWO teachings of the Bhagvad Geeta might have influenced Gandhi to find comfort there.
42. 6(b)(ii)6 marksExplain how Shabari's waiting for and meeting with Lord Ram demonstrates faith.
43. 6(c)10 marksYour Hindu friend, Ravi, has decided to join the police force, but he is worried about having to kill someone while performing his duties. Ravi is a devout Hindu and reads the Bhagvad Geeta regularly. Based on your…
44. 7(a)(i)6 marksAccording to the quotation, give THREE reasons why the Absolute embodies Himself.
45. 7(a)(ii)2 marksState TWO qualities of God as Nirgun Brahman.
46. 7(a)(iii)2 marksState TWO qualities of God as Sagun Brahman.
47. 7(b)(i)6 marksExplain the meaning of the words of Lord Krishna given above.
48. 7(b)(ii)6 marksExplain the functions of Brahma-Vishnu-Shiva in the Hindu tradition.
49. 7(c)10 marksYour Christian friend has told you that he believes there is only one God who is male. Discuss with your friend the Hindu understanding of God.
50. 8(a)(i)2 marksDefine sin (paap) according to the Hindu view.
51. 8(a)(ii)4 marksIn the above quotation, identify FOUR behaviours of a person engaged in sin (paap).
52. 8(a)(iii)a)2 marksAccording to Hindu teachings, state ONE way sin (paap) affects the individual.
53. 8(a)(iii)b)2 marksAccording to Hindu teachings, state ONE way sin (paap) affects society.
54. 8(b)(i)6 marksExplain how Tapasya or spiritual penance leads one out of bondage to liberation. Illustrate your answer using the example of Valmiki's life.
55. 8(b)(ii)6 marksDiscuss THREE ways in which the environment might suffer because of adharma or sin.
56. 8(c)10 marksDev and Mohan, who are both Hindus, got into a violent fight after school. They were taken to the police station. You have the opportunity to speak with them. Advise them of their dharma as brahmacharyas and explain to…
57. 9(a)(i)2 marksIdentify TWO decrees of the Lord [Allah] in the ayahs (verses) above.
58. 9(a)(ii)3 marksAccording to the ayahs (verses), what are THREE ways in which children can show respect for parents?
59. 9(a)(iii)3 marksBesides parents, state THREE other categories of persons or things to whom a Muslim should show care.
60. 9(a)(iv)2 marksIdentify TWO ayahs (verses) from the Holy Qur'an which mention the relationship with the extended family.
61. 9(b)(i)8 marksDiscuss the concept of the vicegerency of man in Islamic teachings.
62. 9(b)(ii)8 marksOutline FOUR duties of children to parents as expressed in Islamic teachings.
63. 9(c)10 marksYou have noticed that your younger sister is disrespectful to your parents. Using teachings from the Qur'an, advise her of TWO implications of her actions.
64. 10(a)(i)2 marksWhere were the above ayahs (verses) of the Qur'an revealed?
65. 10(a)(ii)2 marksAccording to the ayahs (verses) above, from what was man created?
66. 10(a)(iii)6 marksOutline the circumstances for the revelation of the ayahs (verses) above.
67. 10(b)(i)6 marksExplain the relationship between the Qur'an and the Hadith.
68. 10(b)(ii)6 marksExplain TWO of the teachings mentioned in the following ayah (verse) of the Qur'an (Al-Qur'an 16:90).
69. 10(c)10 marksYour Muslim friend has told you that knowing Arabic is not essential to fully understand the Qur'an. Using appropriate teachings from the Qur'an, write a response to your friend's statement.
70. 11(a)(i)3 marksList THREE attributes of Allah mentioned in the Qur'an.
71. 11(a)(ii)2 marksState TWO ways in which the message of the Qur'an is transmitted.
72. 11(a)(iii)2 marksState TWO characteristics of angels.
73. 11(a)(iv)3 marksList THREE signs of the Last Day.
74. 11(b)(i)6 marksExplain TWO functions of prophets in Islam. Support your answer by citing relevant Islamic teachings.
75. 11(b)(ii)6 marksIn light of the verse above, explain the importance of prayer to a believer.
76. 11(c)10 marksZaid has the means to perform the Hajj (pilgrimage) and has been delaying it for three years. Based on your knowledge of Islamic teachings, convince Zaid of the benefits of Hajj.
77. 12(a)(i)2 marksWhat are the TWO categories of sin in Islam?
78. 12(a)(ii)2 marksGive TWO meanings of the term 'Ihsan'.
79. 12(a)(iii)2 marksState TWO consequences of sin in Islam.
80. 12(a)(iv)4 marksOutline the Islamic view of Fitrah.
81. 12(b)(i)6 marksExplain the stages of spiritual progression in Islam.
82. 12(b)(ii)6 marksExplain the meaning of Taqwah (God consciousness) and its significance in Islam.
83. 12(c)(i)5 marksUsing Islamic teachings, explain to Ahmad the impact of his action on himself and his family.
84. 12(c)(ii)5 marksUsing Islamic teachings, explain to Ahmad the impact of his action on the society in which he lives.
85. 13(a)(i)1 markIdentify the family issue depicted in the dialogue above.
86. 13(a)(ii)1 markName the prophet who prophesied against the issue identified in (a)(i) above.
87. 13(a)(iii)2 marksList TWO unacceptable sexual relationships mentioned in the Torah.
88. 13(a)(iv)6 marksOutline THREE responsibilities of a husband according to the teachings of Judaism.
89. 13(b)(i)8 marksExplain the Jewish view on Kidushin (marriage).
90. 13(b)(ii)8 marksExplain the status of women in the Jewish family.
91. 13(c)10 marksDeborah, who is Jewish, wants to get engaged to Ras Miguel, who is a practising Rastafari. Her parents disapprove of the union. In light of Jewish teachings on Kidushin (marriage), advise Deborah on how she should…
92. 14(a)(i)1 markAccording to the verses above, who commanded Joshua concerning 'the book of the law'?
93. 14(a)(ii)1 markGive another name for 'the book of the law'.
94. 14(a)(iii)4 marksName FOUR books of the law.
95. 14(a)(iv)4 marksList any FOUR books found in the Nevi'im.
96. 14(b)(i)a)3 marksExplain the teachings of the Tennach (TeNaKh) regarding the sabbath.
97. 14(b)(i)b)3 marksExplain the teachings of the Tennach (TeNaKh) regarding guidelines for living.
98. 14(b)(ii)6 marksExplain why the Shema (Deut. 6:4) is central to Judaism.
99. 14(c)10 marksReuben finds it difficult to accept that people can have a personal relationship with and also worship Adoni. He believes that worship of Adoni is not possible. Using your understanding of the Tennach (TeNaKh), offer a…
100. 15(a)(i)1 markTo whom was the LORD directing the covenant?
101. 15(a)(ii)3 marksList THREE things the person in (a)(i) above was asked to leave behind.
102. 15(a)(iii)6 marksList SIX promises in the passage (covenant) above.
103. 15(b)(i)6 marksDiscuss the importance of the covenant above to the identity of the Jews.
104. 15(b)(ii)6 marksBriefly explain TWO ways in which this covenant was fulfilled in the life of Abraham.
105. 15(c)10 marksBased on your understanding of God and using appropriate passages from the Tennach (TeNaKh), offer a response to John.
106. 16(a)(i)1 markTo which Jewish religious feast does the passage refer?
107. 16(a)(ii)2 marksState TWO other places in the Torah where the feast is mentioned.
108. 16(a)(iii)2 marksGive TWO other names by which this feast is known.
109. 16(a)(iv)1 markAccording to the Jewish calendar, at what time of the year is this feast celebrated?
110. 16(a)(v)3 marksList THREE activities which take place during this feast.
111. 16(a)(vi)1 markAccording to the passage, why were future generations required to keep this feast?
112. 16(b)(i)3 marksWhy do Jews perform the Seder ceremony?
113. 16(b)(ii)9 marksDescribe how the Seder ceremony is performed.
114. 16(c)10 marksA candidate for an upcoming election in your area tells Jonah, a Jew, that canvassing for the election will occur during the celebration of the Passover festival. Jonah wants to join the canvassing, but he also wants to…