The Universe, Creation and Role of Human Beings (3 markers)

Question 1

Identify three beliefs about the origins of the universe:

Answer 1

Three beliefs may be that: The Universe was created by the Big Bang, The Universe was created by God in seven days, Humanity evolved over time

Question 2

Identify three causes of sin:

Answer 2

Three causes of sin may be: Invincible ignorance, pride, akrasia

Question 3

Identify three characteristics of God:

Answer 3

God is: Omniscient (all knowing), Omnibenevolent (all forgiving), Omnipotent (all powerful)

Question 4

Identify three reasons some people may believe in God:

Answer 4

Some people may believe in God because: they want to achieve salvation after they pass away, religion would allow someone to become a better person, they want to be forgiven for the sins that they have committed in their lives.

Question 5

Identify three types of moral evil:

Answer 5

Three types of moral evil may be: murder, rape and burgulary

Question 6

Identify three types of natural evil:

Answer 6

Three types of natural evil may be: hurricanes, earthquakes and cancer.