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Question Paper

CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
PAPER 1
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) Describe the second creation account in Genesis 2:4-25. (8 marks)
(b) Identify God’s plan of salvation after the fall of man. (6 marks)
(c) Give six ways in which human beings act as co-creatures with God. (6 marks)

2.
(a) State four characteristics of Canaanite religion. (4 marks)
(b) Explain the reasons why idolatry was widespread in Israel at the time of Elijah. (12 marks)
(c) Identify four modern forms of idolatry in society. (4 marks)

3.
(a) Explain the preparation Moses asked the Israelites to make in readiness for the Exodus. (12 marks)
(b) Highlight the problems Moses encountered during the Exodus. (6 marks)
(c) State leadership qualities that Christians can derive from Moses.

4.
(a) Give six roles of prophets in the Old Testament. (6 marks)
(b) Identify the promises the Israelites made when they renewed their covenant with God. (8 marks)
(c) What are some reasons why leaders are rejected in society? (6 marks)

5.
(a) Identify six reasons why Jeremiah was reluctant to accept God’s call. (6 marks)
(b) Describe Jeremiah’s teaching in the new covenant (Jer 31:31-34). (8 marks)
(c) How do Christians assist church leaders in performing their duties? (6 marks)

6.
(a) Explain six reasons why birth rituals are performed in traditional African communities. (12 marks)
(b) Give some methods used to solve problems of childlessness in traditional African communities.
(c) Identify some factors that may hinder the effective transmission of African values today.

MARKING SCHEME

1. The Second Creation Account in Genesis (2:4-25)

a) Key Points (8 marks)

1. Man is created from the dust of the earth, and God breathes into his nostrils.
2. Man is entirely dependent on God.
3. Man is placed in the Garden of Eden for sustenance.
4. Man is expected to care for and guard the garden.
5. Man is given the authority to name the animals created by God.
6. Man is commanded to use everything in the garden except for the Tree of knowledge of good and evil.
7. Eating from the tree would result in death.
8. God creates a woman from man’s rib, intending for them to live in mutual love and companionship.

b) God’s Plan of Salvation After the Fall of Man (6 marks)

1. God clothed Adam and Eve after they realized they were naked.
2. He called them from their hiding place.
3. God granted humanity power over the serpent (Gen. 3:15).
4. God made a covenant with Abraham.
5. God entered into a covenant with Noah, promising never to destroy humanity with floods.
6. In the Sinai covenant, God chose the Israelites to bring salvation to mankind.
7. He sent prophets, such as Jeremiah, to warn against breaking the covenant.
8. The coming of the Holy Spirit in the church today.
9. God spared humanity despite the option to destroy it.

c) Six Ways Humans Act as Co-Creators with God (6 marks)

1. Through procreation.
2. Caring for and conserving the environment.
3. Helping the less fortunate and needy.
4. Promoting peace and harmony in the community.
5. Conserving wild animals in their natural habitats, like game parks.
6. Opposing unjust and oppressive laws.
7. Providing work and training opportunities.
8. Innovating in science and technology (e.g., surgeries, organ transplants).
9. Educating others about environmental care.
10. Protecting and respecting the rights of others.

2. The Characteristics of Canaanite Religion (4 marks)

1. Worship of many gods (polytheistic).
2. Offering sacrifices to appease their gods.
3. Constructing altars and high places for worship.
4. Representing gods with images.
5. Practicing temple prostitution.
6. Observing cyclical religious practices.
7. Celebrating feasts.
8. Different gods control various natural forces.
9. Offering human sacrifices in some cases.

b) Reasons for the Widespread Idolatry in Israel During Elijah’s Time (12 marks)

1. Support for idol worship by the kings.
2. Destruction of the altar meant for Yahweh’s worship.
3. Jezebel brought many false prophets of Baal.
4. Attraction to visible gods over the unseen Yahweh.
5. Failure of kings and priests to teach covenant living.
6. Persecution of Yahweh’s surviving prophets by Jezebel.
7. Division of the kingdom, isolating Northern tribes from Temple worship.
8. Intermarriage with neighbours who practised idolatry.
9. Killing of Yahweh’s prophets by Jezebel.

c) Four Modern Forms of Idolatry in Society (4 marks)

1. Power and position in administration.
2. Wealth and money.
3. Sex and prostitution.
4. Devil worship.

3. Preparations Moses Asked the Israelites to Make for Exodus (12 marks)

1. Each family was to slaughter a male lamb or young male goat, one-year-old and without blemish.
2. Small families were to share the sacrificial meal.
3. They were to paint the doorposts with blood.
4. The Israelites were to stay indoors at night to be spared by the angel of death.
5. The lamb was to be roasted whole.
6. The meal was to be eaten with bitter herbs.
7. Leftovers were to be burned.
8. They were to eat quickly, dressed and ready for the journey.
9. They were to prepare unleavened bread.
10. They were advised to take jewellery, gold, silver, and clothing from the Egyptians.
11. They were to commemorate this event in their land.

b) Problems Moses Faced During Exodus (6 marks)

1. Panic among Israelites when they saw the Egyptian army pursuing them.
2. Lack of food in the wilderness.
3. Hostility from desert tribes.
4. Lack of water in the wilderness.
5. Danger from wild animals and snakes.
6. Settling disputes among the people.
7. Harsh desert conditions.
8. Breaking of the Ten Commandments by worshipping a golden calf while Moses was away.

c) Leadership Qualities Christians Can Learn from Moses (6 marks)

1. Obedience.
2. Wisdom.
3. Faith.
4. Courage.
5. Patience.
6. Compassion.
7. Honesty.
8. Respect.
9. Humility.
10. Inquisitiveness.
11. Readiness to forgive.

4. Six Roles of Prophets in the Old Testament (6 marks)

1. They spoke on behalf of God.
2. They foretold future events.
3. They guided and counselled kings.
4. They called people to repentance.
5. They reminded people of the covenant.
6. They condemned evil in society.
7. They offered sacrifices to God.
8. They anointed kings.
9. They interpreted dreams and visions from God.
10. They warned people of God’s judgment.

b) Promises Made by the Israelites When Renewing Their Covenant with God (8 marks)

1. They would live according to God’s law.
2. They would not intermarry with foreigners.
3. They would cancel debts every seventh year.
4. They would contribute to annual temple expenses and ensure the house of God is well-kept.
5. They would provide sacrifices and offerings for the temple, including arranging for wood and burnt offerings according to the law.

c) Reasons Leaders Are Rejected in Society (6 marks)

1. Practicing bribery or corruption.
2. Being a poor role model.
3. Lack of education or training.
4. Old age or poor health.
5. Oppression of subjects.
6. Not belonging to a particular tribe or lineage.

5. Reasons Jeremiah Was Reluctant to Accept God’s Call (6 marks)

1. He felt too young and inexperienced to be a prophet.
2. He did not know how to speak.
3. He lacked self-confidence and was shy.
4. He feared the responsibility of prophesying.
5. He was afraid the Israelites would reject him.
6. He felt he had no message to deliver.

b) Jeremiah’s Teaching on the New Covenant (Jer. 31:31-34) (8 marks)

1. The law will be written in people’s hearts, not on stone tablets.
2. The new covenant will be between individuals and God.
3. There will be individual responsibility for sin.
4. The new covenant will be universal.
5. There will be forgiveness of sin.
6. There will be no mediator between God and individuals.
7. The new covenant will be fulfilled in the coming of Jesus Christ.

c) How Christians Assist Church Leaders in Performing Their Duties Effectively (6 marks)

1. Providing financial assistance.
2. Encouraging them in their work.
3. Praying for their strength.
4. Defending them against unfair criticism.
5. Showing them respect.
6. Advising or counselling them on various issues.
7. Practicing and obeying the Word of God.
8. Providing training opportunities.

6. Reasons Birth Rituals Are Performed in Traditional African Communities (12 marks)

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

b) Methods Used to Solve the Problem of Childlessness in Traditional African Communities (6 marks)

1. Couples may adopt children from other communities.
2. Praying for God to change the situation.
3. Offering sacrifices to appease ancestors.
4. Marrying another wife.
5. Allowing the woman to conceive with a relative of the husband if the issue lies with him.
6. Seeking the services of a diviner to identify the cause and offer solutions.
7. Receiving children as gifts from relatives.

c) Factors That May Hinder Effective Transmission of African Values Today (6 marks)

1. Introduction of modern technology.
2. Growth of urban centres with new lifestyles.
3. Legal restrictions, especially regarding children’s rights.
4. Conflicts between some Christian values and African values.
5. Formal education distances youth from traditional custodians, like grandparents.
6. Youth adopting Western norms.
7. Elders who educate youth are engaged in economic activities.