Christianity: Practices

Question 1

Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians carry out Eucharist services [4]

Answer 1

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 2

Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians carry out Baptism services [4]

Answer 2

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 3

Explain two contrasting ways Christians carry out pilgrimage [4]

Answer 3

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 4

Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians worship [4]

Answer 4

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 5

Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians pray [4]

Answer 5

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 6

Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians help the local community [4]

Answer 6

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 7

Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians help out the worldwide community [4]

Answer 7

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 8

Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians help those being persecuted [4]

Answer 8

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 9

Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians respond to persecution [4]

Answer 9

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 10

Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians work for reconciliation [4]

Answer 10

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 11

Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians celebrate Easter [4]

Answer 11

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 12

Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians celebrate Christmas [4]

Answer 12

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 13

Explain two ways in which Christian street pastors carry out their Christian duty [5]

Answer 13

First point
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Second point
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Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 14

Explain two ways in which pilgrimage is important to Christians [5]

Answer 14

First point
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Second point
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Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 15

Explain two ways in which Christmas is important to Christians [5]

Answer 15

First point
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Second point
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Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 16

Explain two ways in which a worldwide Christian relief organisation carries out its mission overseas [5]

Answer 16

First point
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Second point
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Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 17

Explain two ways in which private worship is important for Christians [5]

Answer 17

First point
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Second point
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Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 18

Explain two ways in which Christians help others in their local community [5]

Answer 18

First point
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Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 19

Explain two ways in which Christians celebrate Easter [5]

Answer 19

First point
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Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 20

Explain two ways in which Christians respond to poverty [5]

Answer 20

First point
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Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 21

Explain two ways in which Christians support those in countries where it is forbidden to follow Jesus [5]

Answer 21

First point
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Second point
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Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 22

Explain two ways in which the church gets its message to people [5]

Answer 22

First point
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Second point
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Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 23

“Christians should just rely on evangelists for church growth” [12]

Answer 23

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 24

“All Christians should do something practical to help their community” [12]

Answer 24

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 25

“Pilgrimages are a waste of money” [12]

Answer 25

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 26

“No child should be baptised” [12]

Answer 26

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 27

“Christmas is the most important Christian festival” [12]

Answer 27

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 28

“Missionary work is the best way to spread the faith of Christianity” [12]

Answer 28

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 29

“Every Christian should be an evangelist” [12]

Answer 29

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 30

“The Eucharist should be practised the same way in all churches” [12]

Answer 30

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 31

“Reconciliation to God is more important than reconciliation to other people” [12]

Answer 31

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 32

“It is not possible to ‘rejoice and be glad’ if you are suffering persecution” [12]

Answer 32

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 33

“Religious charities should just focus on emergency aid” [12]

Answer 33

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 34

“The best way for Christians to grow closer to God is to go on a pilgrimage” [12]

Answer 34

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.