Yr 9 Revision Questions Flashcards
What happened on each of the days of creation according to the account in genesis?
1-God separated light and darkness
2- God separated sea and sky
3- God separated sea from dry land and created plants
4- God created light to rule day and night
5- God created birds and fish to fill the sky and sea
6- God created animal and human beings
7- The heaven and earth were frightened and god rested
Why is the thumb significant for newton?
Newton believed that such intricate designs as the humans thumb, unique to each individual, must have a designer. This convinced him of gods existence.
Can you recite 3 biblical quotes regarding forgiveness?
‘Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy’
‘Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us’
‘ The Lord our god is merciful and forgiving even though we have rebelled against him’
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In the parable of the unforgiving servant what does Jesus teach his disciples?
Jesus teaches his disciples that forgiveness should be in like proportion to the amount forgiven or do it unconditionally. Also when someone sins against us, we should be willing to forgive from a heart of gratitude for the grave to which ourselves are debtors.
Why would so Christians believe that you should forgive?
The bible tells Christians that they should forgive. It tells us that they’re not perfect and the right to judge isn’t theirs, but Gods. Christians believe that gods forgiveness can only come when you say you’re sorry. Also Jesus taught that god is always ready to forgive, but Christians must accept that forgiveness and forgive others in return.
What did Darwin teach about evolution?
In 1859 Darwin published a book in which he argued that all life on the planet originated from simple cells. Life evolved over millions of years into a huge variety of forms. According to this theory we evolved from apes- not Adam and Eve.
What is the motto for Christian aid?
We believe in life before death
Why do Christian aid believe you should teach a man to fish?
To help people to help themselves. The reason they have this approach is because it gives the local people skills, a sense of pride and the opportunity to sustain themselves after the people have left.
Do you know about any of the projects Christian aid have been involved in? Give 2 examples
South African floods - working with the Red Cross following the devastating floods. Provide people with emergency aid and teaching people skills such as building, construction for the long term development of the area.
India- CA are helping the locals build houses which are more fire resistant because the houses of wood were burning easily. CA gave them a deposit for the loan with a low interest and the locals paid back the loan to the government.
What are they doing also in India and South Africa to build their skills and education and break out the poor ness cycles? Is this long or short term development?
Christian aid are educating the local people through their sex education programme as in South Africa there is a growing number of people with the aids virus. In India the poor adults are being taught skills such jewellery making in order that their children can attend school and get a good job. The aim is Long term development.
Define deterrence
A negative motivational influence, putting someone off something eg. The idea that potential punishment will put people off from committing a crime.
Define retribution
Revenge for those who have been wronged making them pay for what they have done.
Define reform
To help the offender become a better person
Define protection
For the safety of society, individuals in it and sometimes the offender themselves.
What are the major differences on our moral decision making?
Close family Friends/ peers Religion Television Culture Early childhood ethical understanding Parents what they do believe Conscience What holy scriptures say
