CRE QUESTION PAPER 2 AND MARKING SCHEME MODEL20241109014

Christian Religious Education Paper 2

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.

Answer any five questions:

1.

(a) State five ways in which the creation of man differs from other creations. (5 marks)
(b) Identify God’s plan of salvation after the fall of man. (7 marks)
(c) Give eight reasons why some Christians are opposed to capital punishment. (8 marks)

2.

(a) Describe the stages followed in the making of the Sinai covenant (Exodus 24:4-8). (7 marks)
(b) Give four similarities between Israelite worship in the wilderness and Christian worship today. (8 marks)
(c) What is the importance of the Ten Commandments to Christians today? (6 marks)

3.

(a) Highlight seven ways through which King David brought the Israelites back to the covenant way of life. (7 marks)
(b) Identify six conditions that made it difficult for Elijah to stop idolatry in Israel. (6 marks)
(c) Why is the church in Kenya opposed to corruption? (7 marks)

4.

(a) Identify eight methods used by the prophets in the Old Testament to deliver their messages to the people. (8 marks)
(b) Explain four reasons why Prophet Amos was against the way the Israelites worshipped God. (8 marks)
(c) State six ways through which modern Christians may invite God’s judgment upon themselves. (6 marks)

5.

(a) Identify six reasons why Jeremiah was reluctant to accept God’s call. (6 marks)
(b) How were the people of Judah dishonest according to Prophet Jeremiah? (6 marks)
(c) List eight actions that church members could take to handle cases of dishonesty. (8 marks)

6.

(a) Give eight reasons why birth rituals were performed in traditional African communities. (8 marks)
(b) Identify six methods used to solve the problem of childlessness in traditional African communities. (6 marks)
(c) Explain six ways through which children were made responsible members in traditional African communities. (6 marks)

End of Paper

Christian Religious Education Marking Scheme

1. Creation of Man and God’s Plan of Salvation

a) Ways in Which the Creation of Man Differs from Other Creations (5 marks)

1. The man was created in the image and likeness of God.
2. Man shared God’s life, receiving breath in his nostrils.
3. Man was empowered to subdue and take charge of other creatures.
4. Man was given rules to follow.
5. God consulted before creating man.
6. The woman was created from a man’s ribs.

b) God’s Plan of Salvation After the Fall of Man (7 marks)

1. God clothed Adam and Eve after they realized they were naked.
2. He called them from their hiding place.
3. God gave human beings power over the serpent (Genesis 3:15).
4. God called Abraham and made a covenant with him.
5. God entered into a covenant relationship with Noah, promising never to destroy humanity through floods.
6. In the Sinai covenant, God promised the Israelites that He had chosen them to bring salvation to mankind.
7. God sent prophets to warn the people against breaking the covenant.
8. The coming of the Holy Spirit in the church today.
9. God spared man, though He could have destroyed him after he ate from the forbidden tree.

c) Reasons Why Some Christians Oppose Capital Punishment (8 marks)

1. It is against human rights to take away an individual’s life.
2. God’s law forbids human beings from killing.
3. It is a criminal attack on another person in the eyes of a Christian.
4. Human beings are made in the image of God; capital punishment destroys God’s image.
5. Only God can give and take away life.
6. Human beings are imperfect; only God is perfect.
7. God’s intention for punishment is to bring repentance, which doesn’t come with capital punishment.
8. Punishment deprives a family or community of a member.
9. It is reversible.
10. It attacks the human dignity of an individual.

2. The Sinai Covenant and Worship

a) Stages Followed in the Making of the Sinai Covenant (6 marks)

1. Moses built an altar at the foot of Mt. Sinai with twelve pillars representing the twelve tribes of Israel.
2. He sent young men to offer peace and burnt offerings to the Lord.
3. Moses poured half of the blood on the altar, the place of meeting with God.
4. He read the Book of the Covenant to all the Israelites.
5. The people promised to obey all that God had spoken.
6. Moses sprinkled the remaining blood on the people, declaring it as the blood of the covenant.

b) Similarities Between Israelite Worship in the Wilderness and Christian Worship Today (8 marks)

1. Both have leaders (priests, pastors, etc.) who lead worship.
2. Songs and dances accompany worship in both.
3. Prayers and fasting are practiced in both.
4. Offerings and tithes are given in both.
5. Both observe a specific day of worship (Sabbath).
6. Israelites built altars of worship, similar to Christians in churches.
7. Both worship one true God, Yahweh.
8. Religious feasts and festivals are conducted in both.

c) Importance of the Ten Commandments to Christians Today (6 marks)

1. Teaches Christians to worship God alone.
2. Encourages reliance on God’s providence and forbids stealing.
3. Promotes self-control and chastity.
4. Instills trust in God.
5. Encourages respect for elders and parents.
6. Teaches contentment and forbids coveting.
7. Promotes respect for human life and forbids killing.
8. Encourages respect for each other and standing for the truth.

3. King David and Idolatry

a) Ways King David Brought the Israelites Back to the Covenant Way of Life (7 marks)

1. He brought the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem.
2. He made Jerusalem a holy city for important religious occasions.
3. He composed Psalms for Israelite worship.
4. He prepared to build a temple for God.
5. He sought Yahweh’s forgiveness for his mistakes.
6. He sought guidance in his actions.
7. He entered into a covenant with God and instructed others to obey it.
8. He built altars and offered sacrifices to God.

b) Conditions That Made It Difficult for Elijah to Stop Idolatry in Israel (8 marks)

1. Existence of false prophets who misled the Israelites.
2. King Ahab allowed Jezebel to introduce Baal worship.
3. Jezebel persecuted and killed God’s prophets.
4. King Ahab permitted the building of temples for idols.
5. High places for Baal worship were established, and Yahweh’s altars were destroyed.
6. Canaanite religion strongly influenced the people of Israel.
7. Idols were tangible, appealing more to the people.
8. Under Jezebel’s influence, King Ahab declared Baalism a compulsory state religion.

c) Reasons the Church in Kenya is Opposed to Corruption (10 marks)

1. Corruption increases crime rates.
2. It leads to greater poverty.
3. Lowers the morale of workers.
4. Contributes to high inflation.
5. Harms the country’s global image.
6. Triggers strikes and riots among workers.
7. Results in hiring inefficient individuals.
8. Creates unemployment due to job creation failures.
9. Widens the gap between the rich and the poor.
10. Violates people’s rights.

4. Prophetic Methods and Worship Critique

a) Methods Used by Prophets in the Old Testament (9 marks)

1. Performing symbolic acts or visions.
2. Preaching.
3. Holding contests.
4. Direct confrontation.
5. Performing miracles.
6. Writing down prophetic messages.
7. Using oracles.
8. Building altars.
9. Living out their prophetic messages.

b) Reasons Prophet Amos Opposed Israelite Worship (9 marks)

1. They offered empty sacrifices, not reflecting holy lives.
2. They practised syncretism by worshipping Yahweh alongside other gods.
3. Insincerity and hypocrisy in worship.
4. Idolatry was rampant.
5. Many high places were built for idol worship.
6. Misuse of the temple through feasting and drinking.
7. Ignoring God’s prophets while listening to false prophets.
8. Misuse of the Sabbath.
9. Temple prostitution was practised.

c) Ways Modern Christians May Invite God’s Judgment (8 marks)

1. Killing the innocent or needy.
2. Robbing the poor of their property.
3. Offering poor or shoddy service.
4. Engaging in idolatry by worshipping money.
5. Participating in corruption and bribery.
6. Engaging in sexual immorality.
7. Enslaving the poor and failing to pay for their labor.
8. Not observing the Sabbath.

5. Jeremiah’s Reluctance and Dishonesty in Israel

a) Reasons Jeremiah Was Reluctant to Accept God’s Call (7 marks)

1. He felt too young and inexperienced as a prophet.
2. He lacked speaking ability.
3. He had low self-confidence and was shy.
4. He feared confrontation with kings and leaders.
5. He worried about rejection and persecution from the Israelites.
6. He felt unprepared with a message for the people.
7. He was uncertain about potential consequences from delivering God’s message.

b) Dishonesty Among the People of Israel According to Jeremiah (6 marks)

1. Prophets and priests misled the people with lies.
2. They were deceitful in their relationships.
3. They practiced dishonest worship alongside other gods.
4. They exploited the poor in trade.
5. They offered the same sacrifices to God as to pagan gods.
6. Their actions were comparable to those of Sodom and Gomorrah.

c) Actions Church Members Can Take to Address Dishonesty (10 marks)

1. Investigate the root problems behind dishonesty.
2. Help meet the basic needs of members.
3. Provide guidance and counselling.
4. Encourage prayer for the dishonest.
5. Support income-generating projects.
6. Engage in fellowship and preaching.
7. Set good examples for others to follow.
8. Teach responsible living.
9. Encourage avoidance of situations leading to dishonesty.
10. Report matters to authorities and discipline offenders.

6. Birth Rituals in Traditional African Communities

a) Reasons for Birth Rituals (9 marks)

1. To give the baby an identity.
2. To appease the ancestors.
3. To educate the mother on caring for the baby.
4. To thank God for new life in the society.
5. To protect the baby and mother from evil.
6. To congratulate the mother/parents.
7. To welcome the baby into the community.
8. To allow the mother time to rest and regain energy.
9. To cleanse the mother and reintegrate her into society.

b) Methods of Solving Childlessness in Traditional African Society (7 marks)

1. Relatives may give children as gifts to childless couples.
2. Seeking diviners to determine causes and solutions.
3. Allowing a woman to conceive with her husband’s relative if necessary.
4. Marrying additional wives.
5. Offering sacrifices to appease ancestors.
6. Praying to God for a change in circumstances.
7. Adopting children from other communities.

c) Ways to Make Children Responsible Members of Society (11 marks)

1. Elders teach children community rules and customs.
2. Children learn family and clan history for identity.
3. They hear folk tales, proverbs, and riddles that impart values.
4. Participation in communal work.
5. Observing and mimicking elders’ activities.
6. Engaging in rites of passage, like initiation into adulthood.
7. Exposure to songs and dances with community messages.
8. Rewards for good behaviour and punishments for bad behaviour.
9. Community members collectively nurture and correct children.
10. Accompanying parents for practical work to acquire skills.
11. Interacting freely with peers through play.