CRE QUESTION PAPER 2 AND MARKING SCHEME MODEL20241109009

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Questions

1.

(a)

Concerning a specific incident in the New Testament, show how Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies concerning the Messiah. (10 marks)

(b)

List down four Jewish ceremonies in which Jesus was involved. (4 marks)

(c)

What is the importance of God’s promises to David to Christians today? (6 marks)

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2.

(a)

State eight teachings of Jesus on prayer. (8 marks)

(b)

Mention six occasions when Jesus prayed. (6 marks)

(c)

Why do Christians find it difficult to pray? (6 marks)

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3.

(a)

Outline the parable of the guest as given in Luke 14: 7-14. (6 marks)

(b)

State seven ways in which Jesus prepared his disciples for his coming death. (7 marks)

(c)

Show how Christians are preparing for the second coming of Christ. (7 marks)

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4.

(a)

Give seven reasons why Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to his disciples after his ascension. (7 marks)

(b)

What was Paul’s advice to the Corinthians on how to use the gifts of the Holy Spirit? (8 marks)

(c)

State five ways in which the Holy Spirit manifests Himself among Christians today. (5 marks)

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5.

(a)

Explain seven Christian teachings on human sexuality. (7 marks)

(b)

State seven circumstances under which divorce may be allowed in traditional African communities. (7 marks)

(c)

What are the effects of divorce on spouses in Kenya today? (6 marks)

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6.

(a)

Give seven remedies to the problem of negative ethnicity in Kenya today. (7 marks)

(b)

State five negative effects of the introduction of a money economy in society. (5 marks)

(c)

Highlight eight ways in which children’s rights have been abused in Kenya today. (8 marks)

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Marking Scheme

1.

(a)

Specific incidents in the New Testament, show how Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies concerning the Messiah. (10 marks)

1. Malachi’s prophecy that God would send a forerunner to prepare the way for the Messiah is fulfilled in the coming of John the Baptist.
2. Nathan’s prophecy to David that God would raise an heir from David’s lineage to rule Israel forever is affirmed by the angel Gabriel to Mary during his annunciation.
3. Isaiah’s prophecy about a young woman who would conceive is fulfilled in the virgin conception of Mary.
4. Mary’s song (Magnificat) echoes Old Testament texts that reference the ministry of the Messiah.
5. Isaiah’s prophecy that the Messiah would be named Emmanuel is fulfilled in the angel Gabriel’s message to Joseph that Mary’s son would be called by the same name.
6. The psalmist’s prophecies about a Messiah who would bring salvation to all nations are fulfilled in Jesus as a universal savior, as echoed by Simeon’s prophecy.
7. Micah’s prophecy that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem is fulfilled in the birth of Jesus, which took place in Bethlehem, the birthplace of David.
8. The baptism of Jesus, followed by a voice from heaven confirming that Jesus was God’s anointed son, fulfills the Old Testament ideas of God’s anointed.
9. Isaiah’s prophecy that God would anoint the Messiah with His Spirit and work miracles is fulfilled when Jesus preached at Nazareth and claimed that he was the Messiah Isaiah had spoken about.
10. Zechariah’s prophecy of a peaceful king is fulfilled by Jesus when He rode on a donkey during the triumphant entry into Jerusalem.
11. Isaiah’s prophecy of a suffering servant is fulfilled in the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus.
12. Jeremiah’s teachings on the new covenant are fulfilled by Jesus during the Last Supper.
13. During His ministry, Jesus is referred to as “Son of David” and recognized as the promised Messiah.
    (5 x 2 = 10 marks)

(b)

List down four Jewish ceremonies in which Jesus was involved. (4 marks)

1. Circumcision.
2. Naming.
3. Dedication.
4. The Passover.
5. Purification.
   (4 x 1 = 4 marks)

(c)

What is the importance of God’s promises to David to Christians today? (6 marks)

1. Jesus Christ is a descendant of David and is an heir to the kingdom of God.
2. Christians are assured of God’s protection through Jesus Christ.
3. Christians address God as their Father in line with Jesus’ command.
4. Christians are assured of God’s love and mercy through Jesus Christ.
5. Christians believe in the kingdom established by Jesus as an eternal one.
6. Christians believe that they are spiritual descendants of David through their faith in Christ.
7. The Christian church is a universal one.
8. Jesus came to liberate Christians from the slavery of sin.
9. Christians are promised an eternal home (heaven) to live in.
   (6 x 1 = 6 marks)

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2.

(a)

State eight teachings of Jesus on prayer. (8 marks)

1. Prayer should be done in privacy.
2. Prayer should be short and precise.
3. Prayers should be addressed to God the Father.
4. Christians should pray with faith.
5. Christians should pray persistently without ceasing.
6. Christians should approach God with respect and humility.
7. Christians should ask for their needs in prayer.
8. Christians should pray for forgiveness.
9. Christians should pray for God’s protection against evil.
10. God answers prayers.
    (8 x 1 = 8 marks)

(b)

Mention six occasions when Jesus prayed. (6 marks)

1. During His baptism.
2. During His temptations in the wilderness.
3. Before the choosing of the 12 disciples.
4. In the miracle of the feeding of the 5,000.
5. After Peter confessed his true identity as the Christ.
6. During the transfiguration.
7. After the return of the 72 disciples from their mission.
8. When He taught His disciples the Lord’s Prayer.
9. During the Last Supper.
10. Before His arrest at the Mount of Olives.
11. After His resurrection in the house of the two disciples at Emmaus.
    (6 x 1 = 6 marks)

(c)

Why do some Christians find it difficult to pray? (6 marks)

1. Lack of faith in God.
2. Laziness.
3. Frustration at a personal or family level.
4. Discouragement.
5. Sin in their lives.
6. Loss of hope due to unanswered prayers.
7. Lack of knowledge of the scriptures.
8. Shyness.
9. Trusting wealth and education instead of God.
10. Lack of training from an early age.
    (6 x 1 = 6 marks)

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3.

(a)

Outline the parable of the guest as given in Luke 14:7-14. (6 marks)

1. Jesus observed how people took high places when invited to a wedding ceremony.
2. He told them to take low places when invited.
3. He noted that taking high places might lead to being asked to give room for a more honourable guest.
4. This situation would bring shame when asked to take low places or seats.
5. He observed that the owner may come and request them to take high places and share a meal with him.
6. He concluded that whoever exalts himself shall be humbled and whoever humbles himself shall be exalted.
   (6 x 1 = 6 marks)

(b)

State seven ways in which Jesus prepared His disciples for His coming death. (7 marks)

1. He talked to the disciples about death.
2. He allowed them to witness the transfiguration, which pointed to His coming sacrifice.
3. He ate a last meal with them.
4. He told them about the one who was to betray Him.
5. He spoke about His resurrection.
6. He foretold Peter’s denial.
7. He promised them a helper.
8. He washed their feet.
9. He instructed them to be prepared for the future.
   (7 x 1 = 7 marks)

(c)

Show how Christians are preparing for the second coming of Christ. (7 marks)

1. Repenting of their sins.
2. Praying and worshipping God.
3. Helping the needy.
4. Preaching the word of God.
5. Getting baptized.
6. Reading the Bible.
7. Loving and being honest.
8. Having faith in God and trusting Him.
   (7 x 1 = 7 marks)

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4.

(a)

Give seven reasons why Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to His disciples after His ascension. (7 marks)

1. The Holy Spirit would comfort the disciples.
2. The Holy Spirit would act as an advocate and counsellor to His disciples.
3. The Holy Spirit would remind and introduce the disciples to the deeper meaning of Jesus’ words and teachings.
4. The Holy Spirit would help the disciples understand Jesus’ relationship with God the Father and their spiritual union.
5. The Holy Spirit would reveal the sins of the world.
6. He would convict people of their sins.
7. The Spirit would affirm the right of Jesus as the Son of God.
8. The Holy Spirit would reveal the glory of Jesus’ death as a victory over the prince of evil.
9. The Holy Spirit would continue Jesus’ work of forgiving sins.
   (7 x 1 = 7 marks)

(b)

What was Paul’s advice to the Corinthians on the use of the gifts of the Holy Spirit? (8 marks)

1. All gifts come from God/Spirit/common source.
2. Gifts should be used for personal benefit.
3. Gifts should be used in an orderly manner.
4. Gifts should be used for the service of the church/community.
5. Speaking in tongues should have an interpreter; otherwise, it becomes meaningless unless accompanied by love/charity.
6. All gifts are equal.
7. All gifts are for God’s service.
8. God gives a particular gift to everyone.
   (4 x 2 = 8 marks)

(c)

State five ways in which the Holy Spirit manifests Himself among Christians today. (5 marks)

1. The gift of healing and performing miracles is evident in churches today, where the sick are prayed for and believed to be healed.
2. Some preachers possess the gift of knowledge and wisdom, helping them to understand and interpret God’s message.
3. The gift of distinguishing spirits helps Christians in making decisions and living rightly.
4. The gift of prophecy is used by pastors and priests to condemn evil in society.
5. The gift of faith helps Christians withstand life’s challenges.
6. In some denominations, the gift of speaking in tongues is especially present in Pentecostal churches.
   (5 x 1 = 5 marks)

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5.

(a)

Explain the Christian teachings on human sexuality. (7 marks)

1. Human sexuality is a gift from God.
2. Male and female have distinct roles in creation, both biological and emotional.
3. Male and female complement each other.
4. Both male and female are made in the image of God.
5. The union of male and female is consummated in marriage.
6. Male and female should live in harmony.
7. Human sexuality is for procreation and upbringing of children.
8. Sexual deviation such as homosexuality, lesbianism, bestiality, adultery, fornication, and sodomy is highly condemned.
   (7 x 1 = 7 marks)

(b)

State seven circumstances under which divorce may be allowed in traditional African communities. (7 marks)

1. If the wife is barren.
2. Perpetual cruelty by either spouse.
3. If either partner is discovered to be a witch/wizard.
4. If either spouse displays unacceptable behaviour (e.g., theft, incest, spitefulness, adultery).
5. If the wife is lazy and negligent.
6. If the wife disrespects her husband’s family.
7. If the man fails to complete the dowry payment.
8. If one partner develops a serious disease (e.g., madness, leprosy, epilepsy).
9. If the bride is not a virgin on the wedding day.
10. If the man is unable to support the family.
    (7 x 1 = 7 marks)

(c)

What are the effects of divorce on spouses in Kenya today? (6 marks)

1. Loneliness.
2. Frustration.
3. Economic and financial strain.
4. Legal disputes.
5. Promotes promiscuity.
6. It can lead to suicide.
7. Negative feelings towards marriage.
8. Strained relationships between families.
   (6 x 1 = 6 marks)

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6.

(a)

Give seven remedies to the problem of negative ethnicity in Kenya today. (7 marks)

1. Encourage inter-ethnic marriages.
2. Prosecute those who discriminate based on ethnic groups.
3. Promote the use of national languages like Kiswahili and English.
4. Ensure equity in public employment across ethnicities.
5. Publicly educate people on the dangers of negative ethnicity through media.
6. Criminalize hate speech focused on ethnicity.
7. Condemn and expose individuals or organizations practising ethnicism.
8. Establish national schools that admit students from all ethnic backgrounds.
9. Promote educational and cultural activities that encourage national unity (e.g., national drama and music festivals).
   (7 x 1 = 7 marks)

(b)

State five effects of the introduction of a money economy in society. (5 marks)

1. Introduction of wage labour.
2. Rural-urban migration in search of better-paying jobs.
3. Disruption of traditional kinship ties.
4. Formation of a social class system (e.g., the poor, the rich).
5. Creation of individualism, undermining communal living.
6. Private ownership of land.
7. Commercialization of dowry.
8. Education quality is determined by financial status.
9. Modern means of transportation lead to accidents and pollution.
10. Age no longer determines social status.
    (5 x 1 = 5 marks)

(c)

Ways in which children’s rights have been abused in Kenya. (8 marks)

1. Abandonment of babies by young mothers in streets, toilets, or forests.
2. Child labour and overworking children.
3. Denial of education and permanent withdrawal from school.
4. Forced marriages and child marriages.
5. Sexual defilement, rape, incest, and child prostitution.
6. Assault, unfair punishment, and physical harassment.
7. Denial of basic needs (e.g., food, shelter, and clothing).
8. Female genital mutilation and circumcision.
   (8 x 1 = 8 marks)