CRE QUESTION PAPER 2 AND MARKING SCHEME MODEL20241109013

Christian Religious Education – Paper 2

July/August 2014
Time: 2 ½ Hours

Instructions to Candidates:

• This paper consists of six questions.
• Answer any five questions from this paper in the answer booklet provided.
• Each question is worth 20 marks.

Questions

1.

(a) With reference to the angel Gabriel’s visit to Mary, state the revelations about Jesus. (6 marks)
(b) Explain how Jesus fulfilled the prophecy about the Messiah by the Psalmist. (8 marks)
(c) Point out six challenges that parents experience in the task of bringing up their children. (6 marks)

2.

(a) Describe the healing of the Gerasene demoniac in Luke 8:26-39. (8 marks)
(b) Give six qualities of the Roman centurion who requested Jesus to heal his servant. (6 marks)
(c) What lessons do Christians learn from the healing of the Gerasene demoniac? (6 marks)

3.

(a) Describe the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem in Luke 19:28-48. (8 marks)
(b) What does the manner of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem reveal about his person and destiny? (8 marks)
(c) What is the importance of the resurrection and ascension of Jesus to Christians today? (6 marks)

4.

(a) Explain how the unity of believers is expressed in the image of the church and the bride. (8 marks)
(b) Outline Peter’s message about Jesus during the Day of Pentecost. (7 marks)
(c) Give five ways on how Christians demonstrate the fruit of joy in the churches today. (5 marks)

5.

(a) Point out the traditional African view on human sexuality. (7 marks)
(b) What are the effects of single parenthood in Kenya today? (7 marks)
(c) Give reasons why polygamous marriage is unpopular in our society today. (6 marks)

6.

(a) Explain four ways in which discrimination causes social disorder in society. (8 marks)
(b) State ways in which the church disciplines errant members today. (6 marks)
(c) Why is the rate of crime on the rise in our society today? (6 marks)

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Marking Scheme for Christian Religious Education

1. Angel Gabriel’s Visit to Mary

(a) State the revelations about Jesus (6 marks)

• Jesus was going to be great.
• Jesus would be called the Son of the Most High.
• He would be given the throne of his father to rule over.
• He was to be an everlasting king with no end to his kingdom.
• He was going to save people from sin.
• He was to be conceived of the Holy Spirit.
• He would be the holy child.
  Total: 6 x 1 = 6 mks

(b) Explain how Jesus fulfilled the prophecy about the Messiah by the Psalmist (8 marks)

1. Jesus was betrayed by a close friend (Judas) as prophesied.
2. Jesus referred to Himself as Lord, fulfilling the psalmist’s prophecy.
3. Jesus emerged victorious after resurrection, as stated by the psalmist.
4. After resurrection and ascension, He was exalted, sitting at the right hand of the Lord.
   Total: 4 x 2 = 8 mks

(c) Challenges Parents Face in Raising Children (6 marks)

1. Too busy in workplaces to have time with their children.
2. Western influences.
3. Erosion of African moral values.
4. Diseases/pandemics (e.g., AIDS).
5. Negative peer influence/generation gap.
6. Pornographic content and internet exposure.
   Total: 6 x 1 = 6 mks

2. Healing of the Gerasene Demoniac (Luke 8:26-39)

(a) Describe the healing (8 marks)

• Jesus and His disciples arrived at the Land of Gerasene.
• They met a possessed man who lived in tombs.
• The man fell down and asked Jesus not to torment him.
• Jesus commanded the unclean spirit out of him and asked his name.
• The man said his name was Legion (many demons).
• The demons requested not to be thrown into the abyss but into the swine.
• The swine rushed into the nearby lake and drowned.
• Herdsmen reported the incident in the city, and people found the man seated at Jesus’ feet, demanding Jesus leave their territory.
  Total: 8 x 1 = 8 mks

(b) Qualities of the Roman Centurion (6 marks)

1. Humility
2. Love/care/compassion
3. Faithfulness
4. Courage/bravery
5. Respect
6. Kindness
   Total: 6 x 1 = 6 mks

(c) Lessons from the Healing (6 marks)

1. Christians should constantly fight evil powers.
2. These fights can only be won through Jesus.
3. God is capable of healing both physically and spiritually.
4. God will not allow evil to triumph over one’s faith.
5. Christians should value human life over material gain.
6. Christians should sacrifice to help those in need.

3. Triumphant Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem (Luke 19:28-48)

(a) Describe the entry (8 marks)

• After his journey from Galilee, Jesus approached Jerusalem through Bethany and Mt. Olives.
• He sent two disciples to fetch a colt tied where no one had ridden.
• The disciples were to respond that “the Lord needs it” if the owner asked.
• Upon retrieving the colt, they threw their garments on it and helped Jesus sit on it.
• As Jesus rode along, they spread their garments on the road.
• The crowd rejoiced, praising God for the wonderful works of Jesus.
• They sang praises to Jesus as the king coming in the name of the Lord.
• The Pharisees objected and asked Jesus to silence the disciples.
• Jesus replied that if they were silent, even the stones would cry out.
• As He beheld Jerusalem, He wept.
  Total: 8 x 1 = 8 mks

(b) Significance of Jesus’ Entry (6 marks)

• Jesus is a triumphant, victorious yet humble king.
• He proclaimed the coming of His kingdom, not as an earthly military leader.
• The spreading of garments acknowledged Jesus as the promised king.
• He was greeted as kings of Israel were, with joy.
• Riding a donkey fulfilled Zechariah’s prophecy (9:9) of a triumphant king.
• The donkey symbolizes humility and peace.
• The Pharisees’ objections reveal that Jesus’ work was under opposition.
  Total: 6 x 1 = 6 mks

(c) Importance of the Resurrection and Ascension (6 marks)

1. Foundation of the Christian faith.
2. Power to conquer sin and death through resurrection.
3. Signifies reconciliation of humanity to God through Jesus.
4. Hope of eternal life for Christians.
5. Assurance of new life in Christ.
6. Increases Christians’ faith in God.
   Total: 6 x 1 = 6 mks

4. Unity of Believers and the Church as Bride (8 marks)

(a) Explain this unity

• Believers/Christians are the bride, and Jesus is the bridegroom.
• Christ will take His bride (the church) forever.
• Jesus’ crucifixion is likened to a marriage agreement.
• Believers are one in Christ and belong to Him.
• God’s intention was to send His Son to die for sinners.
• Believers should be as committed to God as a bride to her groom.
• Earth is a temporary home for Christians, who will dwell in heaven.
• God intends to take the Christian community to the holy city.
• Believers should be morally upright.
• The New Jerusalem is depicted as a bride ready to meet the groom.
• The church must not tolerate sin but remain perfect.
• Christians should remain in a state of expectancy, like a bride awaiting her groom.
  Total: 4 x 2 = 8 mks

(b) Outline Peter’s Pentecost Message (7 marks)

1. Jesus was from Nazareth.
2. Jesus is the Son of God.
3. God raised Jesus from death, conquering death.
4. Jesus was exalted to God in victory.
5. His death and resurrection fulfil Old Testament prophecy.
6. God made Jesus both Lord and Christ.
7. Jesus will return as the judge of mankind.
   Total: 7 x 1 = 7 mks

(c) Ways Christians Demonstrate Joy (5 marks)

1. Celebrating the conversion of sinners.
2. Baptism of new converts.
3. Celebrating the Passover feast.
4. Weddings in the church.
5. Easter Monday celebrations.
   Total: 5 x 1 = 5 mks

5. Traditional African Views on Human Sexuality (7 marks)

• It is sacred and secret.
• Discussing sexual matters publicly is taboo.
• Sex education is taught by grandparents.
• Adult sexual life is controlled within age groups.
• Initiation ceremonies provide sex education.
• Girls are expected to remain virgins until marriage.
• There is a division of labor by sex; women handle domestic chores while men hunt and wrestle.
• Different rituals for boys and girls at birth.
• At puberty, girls stay with mothers while boys stay with fathers.
• Women’s roles are limited to domestic responsibilities.
  Total: 7 x 1 = 7 mks

(b) Effects of Single Parenthood in Kenya (7 marks)

• Children may lack interest in future marriage.
• Risk of prostitution by one parent.
• Increased risk of HIV/AIDS or STIs.
• Lack of parental care and love.
• Difficulty explaining absent fathers to children.
• Challenges for children accepting stepparents.
• Inheritance issues for children born out of wedlock.
• Family breakups due to single parenthood.
• Financial constraints of solo parenting.
• Inadequate security in single-parent homes.
• Psychological trauma for children, especially those born out of wedlock.
  Total: 7 x 1 = 7 mks

(c) Reasons for Unpopularity of Polygamy (6 marks)

• Serious financial commitments involved.
• Chaos and quarrels among wives and children.
• Influence from Christianity and Western culture.
• Many marry in church promising monogamy.
• Seen as a cause of HIV/AIDS spread.
• Scarcity of land for multiple families.
• Difficulty housing multiple wives in one compound.
• Modernity and urbanization limit financial resources.
• The notion of improving status through many children/wives is outdated.
• Individualism prevents the acceptance of co-wives.
  Total: 6 x 1 = 6 mks

6. Discrimination and Social Disorder (8 marks)

(a) Explain how discrimination causes disorder

• Discrimination breeds hatred and anger in affected groups.
• Tribalism or racism can lead to violence and murder (e.g., apartheid).
• Sexism may result in sexual exploitation.
• Discrimination can lead to industrial actions or strikes.
• It may strain relationships between the government and the people.
• Discrimination can lead to civil apathy or war (e.g., Rwandan genocide).
• Widening wealth gaps between rich and poor.
• Tribalism may encourage ethnic conflict.
• Affected groups may seek revenge against superior groups.
• Sexism can lead to increased rape incidents.
• Discrimination results in oppression and exploitation.
  Total: 4 x 2 = 8 mks

(b) Church Discipline for Errant Members (6 marks)

• Excommunicating them from church records.
• Providing guidance and counseling.
• Some churches take disputes to court.
• Transferring members to other churches.
• Church leaders pray for and with them.
• Explaining Gospel truths humbly.
• Home visits and fellowship for guidance.
• Advising baptism for reconciliation.
• Requiring fines or compensations.
• Suspending members for a specific time.
  Total: 6 x 1 = 6 mks

(c) Reasons for Rising Crime Rates (6 marks)

• Poverty driving individuals to crime for survival.
• Public mistrust of law enforcement.
• Lack of parental guidance.
• Widespread corruption.
• Urbanization leading to overcrowded towns.
• High unemployment or underemployment.
• Overindulgence in drugs and alcohol.
• Breakdown of traditional norms and controls.
• Significant wealth disparities.
• Lack of moral upbringing and character formation.
  Total: 6 x 1 = 6 mks