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Paper 8
An Introduction to Christian Ethics
[GRS81]
GRS81
Religious Studies
*GRS81*
General Certificate of Secondary Education
2011
TUESDAY 14 JUNE, MORNING
TIME
1 hour 30 minutes.
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your Centre Number and Candidate Number in the spaces
provided at the top of this page.
Answer all the questions in Section A in the spaces provided in this
booklet and two from three questions in Section B on the
lined pages at the end of this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The total mark for this paper is 100.
Quality of written communication will be assessed in all questions.
Figures in brackets printed down the right-hand side of pages
indicate the marks awarded to each question or part question.
For Examiner’s
use only
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Personal and Family Issues
(a) (i) Give one quality a Christian might look for in a marriage partner.
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(ii) Why might a couple exchange rings during a wedding ceremony?
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(iii) State two purposes of marriage given in a Christian wedding
ceremony.
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(iv) What is a “civil partnership”?
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(b) Explain why a Christian couple would decide not to have sex until they
are married.
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(c) “Roman Catholic priests should be allowed to get married.”
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War and Peace
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(a) (i) What is pacifism?
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(ii) What is a “conscientious objector”?
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(iii) Give any three conditions for a just war.
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(b) “Pacifism is impossible in the world today.”
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(b) Explain how local churches can show responsibility for the
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(c) “Christians have a responsibility to be concerned with animal rights.”
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(a) Describe how some people are disadvantaged in society today.
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(b) “Pop stars and celebrities do more than the church to fight against
injustice.”
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you have considered different points of view.
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Answer two from three questions.
Write on the pages provided at the end of the examination paper.
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Matters of Life and Death
(a) Give some reasons why people are in favour of abortion.
[5]
(b) Explain what is meant by the terms “active” and “passive”
euthanasia.
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(c) “Only God has the right to decide when a life should end.”
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Divorce
(a) Why do so many marriages end in divorce?
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(b) Explain how divorce affects all members of the family.
[5]
(c) “If a couple has a strong Christian faith their marriage is less likely to
fail.”
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Religious Diversity
(a) Describe some difficulties faced by minority faith groups.
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(b) Explain how Christians can show respect to people of other
religions.
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(c) “School assemblies should always include an act of Christian
worship.”
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In some cases, efforts to contact copyright holders may have been unsuccessful and CCEA
will be happy to rectify any omissions of acknowledgement in future if notified.
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Centre Number
71
Candidate Number
General Certificate of Secondary Education
2012
An Introduction to Christian Ethics
[GRS81]
GRS81
Paper 8
*GRS81*
Religious Studies
THURSDAY 31 MAY, AFTERNOON
TIME
1 hour 30 minutes.
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your Centre Number and Candidate Number in the spaces
provided at the top of this page.
Answer all the questions in Section A in the spaces provided in this
paper and two from three questions in Section B on the lined
pages at the end of this question paper.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The total mark for this paper is 100.
Quality of written communication will be assessed in all questions.
Figures in brackets printed down the right-hand side of pages
indicate the marks awarded to each question or part question.
For Examiner’s
use only
Question
Marks
Number
Section A
1
2
3
4
Section B
5
6
7
Total
Marks
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Section A
Examiner Only
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Answer all questions.
1
Euthanasia
(a) (i) What is euthanasia?
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(ii) What is meant by voluntary euthanasia?
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(iii) What is meant by passive euthanasia?
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(iv) Give one reason in favour of euthanasia.
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(v) Name a group or organisation which supports euthanasia.
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(b) Explain why some Christians are not in favour of euthanasia.
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(c) “It is my right to decide when I want to die.”
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Abortion
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(a) (i) What is abortion?
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(ii) Give one option a woman might choose instead of abortion.
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(iii) Give one argument against abortion.
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(iv) Give two ways in which a woman’s life might be affected by an
unwanted pregnancy?
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(b) “Christians should accept that abortion is sometimes necessary.”
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Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that
you have considered different points of view.
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(a) Describe the Just War theory.
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(b) What can Christians learn from the Bible about war and peace?
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(c) “The world would be a better place if more people were pacifists.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
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Personal and Family Issues
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(a) Outline the Christian teaching on marriage.
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(b) “A sexual relationship should only take place between a husband
and wife.”
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Do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer
showing that you have considered different points of view.
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Answer two from three questions.
Write on the pages provided at the end of the question paper.
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Capital Punishment
(a) Why are some people in favour of capital punishment?
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(b) Explain what the Bible teaches about repentance.
[5]
(c) “Restorative justice is the most effective way to deal with crime.”
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Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
[10]
Equality
(a) Describe some of the causes of racism in society.
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(b) Explain what the Bible teaches about prejudice.
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(c) “The teaching of all religions should have an equal place in
schools.”
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Care for the Environment
(a) Describe some of the ways in which people are harming the earth. [5]
(b) Explain why some Christians are against experiments on animals. [5]
(c) “The Bible provides very little help for Christians on issues such as
pollution and recycling.”
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In some cases, efforts to contact copyright holders may have been unsuccessful and CCEA
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Centre Number
71
Candidate Number
General Certificate of Secondary Education
2013
An Introduction to Christian Ethics
[GRS81]
GRS81
Paper 8
*GRS81*
Religious Studies
WEDNESDAY 5 JUNE, MORNING
TIME
1 hour 30 minutes.
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your Centre Number and Candidate Number in the spaces
provided at the top of this page.
Answer all the questions in Section A in the spaces provided in this
booklet and two from three questions in Section B on the
lined pages at the end of this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The total mark for this paper is 105.
Quality of written communication will be assessed in all questions.
Spelling, punctuation and accurate use of grammar will be assessed
in Section B questions 5(c), 6(c) and 7(c), where two questions only
are required to be completed.
Figures in brackets printed down the right-hand side of pages
indicate the marks awarded to each question or part question.
For Examiner’s
use only
Question
Marks
Number
Section A
1
2
3
4
Section B
5
6
7
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Marks
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Examiner Only
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Answer all questions.
1
Care for the Environment
(a) (i) Name one way people can care for the environment.
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(ii) Name one way people are damaging the Earth.
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(iii) Name one animal rights issue.
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(iv) In the Creation story, who did God put in charge of everything?
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(v) How can Christians give thanks to God for his creation and
provision?
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(b) Explain what the Bible teaches about caring for the environment.
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(c) “There are more important issues in the world than protecting the
environment.”
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Equality
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(a) (i) What is racism?
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(ii) Name one way Christians can challenge racism.
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(iii) Name one reason why some people are prejudiced towards
others.
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(iv) Name two groups of people who may be disadvantaged in our
society.
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(b) “Learning about world religions in school can help young people to be
more understanding towards others.”
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you have considered different points of view.
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Euthanasia
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Read the following newspaper headline:
“SWISS SUICIDE CLINIC HELPS
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(a) Why do some people think euthanasia should be allowed?
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(c) “A religious faith can help a person cope with serious illness.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
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(a) What did Jesus teach about forgiveness?
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(b) “Those who take the life of another person should be put to death.”
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you have considered different points of view.
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Five marks will be awarded for spelling, punctuation and accurate use of
grammar in part (c) of your answers.
Write on the pages provided at the end of the examination paper.
5
Abortion
(a) Give some reasons why there has been a rise in the number of
abortions in our society.
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(b) Explain why some people believe that every woman should have the
right to an abortion.
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(c) “Adoption is the best solution to an unwanted pregnancy.”
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Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
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Marriage and Divorce
(a) Outline Christian teaching on divorce.
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(b) Explain how the vows taken in a Christian marriage service can help a
couple in their married life.
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Centre Number
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Candidate Number
General Certificate of Secondary Education
2014
An Introduction to Christian Ethics
[GRS81]
GRS81
Paper 8
*GRS81*
Religious Studies
WEDNESDAY 4 JUNE, MORNING
TIME
1 hour 30 minutes.
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your Centre Number and Candidate Number in the spaces
provided at the top of this page.
Answer all the questions in Section A in the spaces provided in this
booklet and two from three questions in Section B on the
lined pages at the end of this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The total mark for this paper is 105.
Quality of written communication will be assessed in all questions.
Spelling, punctuation and accurate use of grammar will be assessed
in Section B questions 5(c), 6(c) and 7(c), where two questions only
are required to be completed.
Figures in brackets printed down the right-hand side of pages
indicate the marks awarded to each question or part question.
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Marriage and Divorce
(a) (i) Name two vows taken in a wedding ceremony.
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2. ______________________________________________________ [1]
(ii) Why might a couple exchange rings during a wedding ceremony?
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(iii) What is a heterosexual relationship?
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(iv) Name one organisation that can help a couple whose marriage is
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married in church.”
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(ii) Name two difficulties that might be faced by people from religious
minority groups.
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(iii) Give one way in which a school can make pupils from different
religions feel welcome.
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(iv) Name one group that helps people from different religions to meet
together.
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(c) “Abortion is sometimes the best alternative to an unplanned
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Five marks will be awarded for spelling, punctuation and accurate use of
grammar in part (c) of your answers.
Write on the pages provided at the end of the examination paper.
5
Personal and Family Issues
(a) Give some reasons why couples might choose to live together rather
than get married.
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(b) Explain Bible and church teaching about sexual relationships.
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(c) “The idea of celibacy is outdated.”
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Care for the Environment
(a) Describe what is meant by Christian stewardship.
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(b) Explain what some Christians believe about animal rights.
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(c) “Christians should be more concerned with helping the needy than
caring for the environment.”
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The issue of Justice
(a) Describe what the Bible teaches about justice.
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(b) Explain some of the aims of restorative justice.
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(c) “The only way to reduce crime is to give harsh punishments.”
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Centre Number
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General Certificate of Secondary Education
2015
Religious Studies
Paper 8
An Introduction to Christian
Ethics
*GRS81*
[GRS81]
*GRS81*
TUESDAY 2 JUNE, AFTERNOON
TIME
1 hour 30 minutes.
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your Centre Number and Candidate Number in the spaces provided at the top of this
page.
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided.
Do no write outside the boxed area on each page or on blank pages.
Complete in blue or black ink only. Do not write with a gel pen.
Answer all the questions in Section A and two from three questions in Section B in the
spaces provided in this booklet. Extra pages are provided at the end of the booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The total mark for this paper is 105.
Quality of written communication will be assessed in all questions.
Spelling, punctuation and accurate use of grammar will be assessed in Section B Questions
5(c), 6(c) and 7(c), where two questions only are required to be completed.
Figures in brackets printed down the right-hand side of pages indicate the marks awarded to
each question or part question.
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Section A
Answer all questions.
1
Abortion
(a) (i) What is abortion?
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(ii) Give one argument in favour of abortion.
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(iii) Give one argument against abortion.
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(iv) Give one option a woman might choose instead of an abortion.
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(v) Give one way a woman’s life might be affected by an unwanted pregnancy.
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(c) “Every woman should have the right to an abortion.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
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(a) (i) What is euthanasia?
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(ii) Give one argument in favour of euthanasia.
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(iii) Give one argument against euthanasia.
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(iv) What is meant by active euthanasia?
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(v) What is meant by passive euthanasia?
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(b) “Euthanasia allows a person to die with dignity.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view.
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(c) “Marriage is the best way to show commitment to your partner.”
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(a) Describe some of the ways in which the environment has been damaged.
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(b) “Biblical teaching on care for the environment is not much help to us today.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view.
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Answer two from three questions.
Five marks will be awarded for spelling, punctuation and accurate use of grammar in
part (c) of your answers.
If you require extra space you may use the lined pages at the back of this booklet.
5
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(a) What is a pacifist?
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(c) “A country should only go to war when there is no other choice.”
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(c) “Our society is too soft on criminals.”
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(c) “Churches need to take more action to challenge discrimination.”
Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
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2016
Paper 8
An Introduction to Christian
Ethics
[GRS81]
MV18
Religious Studies
TUESDAY 7 JUNE, AFTERNOON
Time
1 hour 30 minutes, plus your additional time allowance.
Instructions to Candidates
Write your Centre Number and Candidate Number in the spaces
provided at the top of this page.
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided.
Complete in blue or black ink only.
Answer all the questions in Section A and two from three
questions in Section B in the spaces provided in this booklet.
Information for Candidates
The total mark for this paper is 105.
Quality of written communication will be assessed in all questions.
Spelling, punctuation and accurate use of grammar will be
assessed in Section B Questions 5(c), 6(c) and 7(c), where two
questions only are required to be completed.
Figures in brackets printed at the end of each question indicate
the marks awarded to each question or part question.
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Answer all questions.
1
Care for the Environment
(a) (i) Name one way people are damaging the
environment.
[1 mark]
(ii) Name one way people can care for the environment.
[1 mark]
(iii) Name two animal rights issues.
[2 marks]
1.
2.
(iv) Who did God put in charge of everything in the
creation story in Genesis?
[1 mark]
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(b) Explain why some Christians are opposed to animal
experiments.
[5 marks]
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(c) “Churches should be more active in looking after the
environment.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your
answer.
[5 marks]
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2
War and Peace
(a) (i) What is a conscientious objector?
[1 mark]
(ii) Name a scholar who is associated with the Just War
theory.
[1 mark]
(iii) Give any three conditions of the Just War theory.
[3 marks]
1.
2.
3.
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(b) “Pacifism is not a realistic option for the 21st century.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your
answer showing that you have considered different
points of view.
[10 marks]
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3
Justice and Punishment
(a) Give reasons why some people are in favour of the
death penalty.
[5 marks]
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(b) Explain what Jesus teaches about forgiveness.
[5 marks]
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(c) “Sending criminals to prison is not always the best way
of dealing with crime.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your
answer.
[5 marks]
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4
Marriage and Divorce
(a) Describe how divorce can affect all members of the
family.
[5 marks]
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(b) “If a couple has a religious faith, their marriage is less
likely to end in divorce.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your
answer showing that you have considered different
points of view.
[10 marks]
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Section B
Answer two from three questions.
Five marks will be awarded for spelling, punctuation and
accurate use of grammar in part (c) of your answers.
5
Religious Diversity
(a) Describe some of the ways in which Christians can
show respect to people of different faiths.
[5 marks]
Use the lines below if required.
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(b) Explain some of the difficulties that might be faced in
our society by people from religious minority groups.
[5 marks]
Use the lines below if required.
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(c) “Christianity is the only religion that should be taught in
schools.”
Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
[10 marks]
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6
Personal and Family Issues
(a) Give reasons why some people choose to be celibate.
[5 marks]
Use the lines below if required.
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(b) Explain how the vows taken at a Christian wedding can
help a couple in their marriage.
[5 marks]
Use the lines below if required.
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(c) “Biblical teaching on sexual relationships is out of date.”
[10 marks]
Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
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7
Matters of Life and Death
(a) Give reasons why some people are in favour of
abortion.
[5 marks]
Use the lines below if required.
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(b) Explain how a woman’s life might be affected by an
unplanned pregnancy.
[5 marks]
Use the lines below if required.
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(c) “Christians should accept that euthanasia is sometimes
necessary.”
Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
[10 marks]
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General Certificate of Secondary Education
2017
Paper 8
An Introduction to Christian
Ethics
[GRS81]
MV18
Religious Studies
WEDNESDAY 7 JUNE, AFTERNOON
Time
1 hour 30 minutes, plus your additional time allowance.
Instructions to Candidates
Write your Centre Number and Candidate Number in the spaces
provided at the top of this page.
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided.
Complete in blue or black ink only.
Answer all the questions in Section A and two from three
questions in Section B in the spaces provided in this booklet.
Information for Candidates
The total mark for this paper is 105.
Quality of written communication will be assessed in all questions.
Spelling, punctuation and accurate use of grammar will be
assessed in Section B Questions 5(c), 6(c) and 7(c), where two
questions only are required to be completed.
Figures in brackets printed at the end of each question indicate
the marks awarded to each question or part question.
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Section A
Answer all questions.
1
Personal and Family Issues
(a) (i) Name one quality a Christian might look for in a
marriage partner.
[1 mark]
(ii) Why might a couple exchange rings during a
wedding ceremony?
[1 mark]
(iii) Name two reasons why a marriage might end in
divorce.
[2 marks]
1.
2.
(iv) Name an organisation that can help a couple whose
marriage is in difficulty. [1 mark]
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(b) Why do some people choose to live together rather than
get married? [5 marks]
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(c) “Marriage is for life.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your
answer.
[5 marks]
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2
Equality
(a) (i) What is prejudice?
[1 mark]
(ii) Name one reason why some people are prejudiced
towards others.
[1 mark]
(iii) Name an organisation that helps people from
different faiths to meet together.
[1 mark]
(iv) Name two groups of people who may be
disadvantaged in our society.
[2 marks]
1.
2.
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(b) “Learning about world religions in school can help young
people to be more tolerant.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your
answer showing that you have considered different
points of view.
[10 marks]
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3
War and Peace
(a) Give reasons why some Christians choose to be
pacifists. [5 marks]
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7
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(b) Explain the Just War Theory of Thomas Aquinas.
[5 marks]
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(c) “War is a waste of money and resources.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your
answer.
[5 marks]
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4
Justice and punishment
(a) Describe how restorative justice deals with crime.
[5 marks]
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(b) “Bring back the death penalty for murderers.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your
answer showing that you have considered different
points of view.
[10 marks]
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Section B
Answer two from three questions.
Five marks will be awarded for spelling, punctuation and
accurate use of grammar in part (c) of your answers.
5
Abortion
(a) Outline some of the arguments against abortion.
[5 marks]
Use the lines below if required.
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(b) Explain some of the reasons why more women are
choosing to have an abortion.
[5 marks]
Use the lines below if required.
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(c)“In the event of an unwanted pregnancy it is best to give
the baby up for adoption.”
Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
[10 marks]
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Use the lines below if required to answer Question 5.
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6
Euthanasia
(a) Describe some of the different types of euthanasia.
[5 marks]
Use the lines below if required.
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(b) Explain how belief in God can help a person cope with
serious illness. [5 marks]
Use the lines below if required.
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(c) “Quality of life is more important than sanctity of life.”
[10 marks]
Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
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Use the lines below if required to answer Question 6.
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7
Care for the environment
(a) Describe how some people are taking care of the
planet.
[5 marks]
Use the lines below if required.
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(b) Explain what Christians can learn from the Bible about
stewardship.
[5 marks]
Use the lines below if required.
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(c) “Christians should be more concerned with human rights
than animal rights.”
Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
[10 marks]
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Use the lines below if required to answer Question 7.
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Centre Number
Candidate Number
General Certificate of Secondary Education
2018
Religious Studies
Paper 8
An Introduction to Christian
Ethics
*GRS81*
[GRS81]
*GRS81*
FRIDAY 1 JUNE, AFTERNOON
TIME
1 hour 30 minutes.
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your Centre Number and Candidate Number in the spaces provided at the top of
this page.
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided.
Do not write outside the boxed area on each page or on blank pages.
Complete in black ink only. Do not write with a gel pen.
Answer all the questions in Section A and two from three questions in Section B in the
spaces provided in this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The total mark for this paper is 105.
Quality of written communication will be assessed in all questions.
Spelling, punctuation and accurate use of grammar will be assessed in Section B
Questions 5(c), 6(c) and 7(c), where two questions only are required to be completed.
Figures in brackets printed down the right-hand side of pages indicate the marks awarded
to each question or part question.
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Section A
Answer all questions.
1
Matters of Life and Death
(a) (i) What is abortion?
______________________________________________________________ [1]
(ii) Give one reason for abortion.
______________________________________________________________ [1]
(iii) What is euthanasia?
______________________________________________________________ [1]
(iv) Give one reason against euthanasia.
______________________________________________________________ [1]
(v) Name a group or organisation that supports euthanasia.
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(b) Explain why some people are in favour of euthanasia.
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(c) “Doctors should have the final decision in matters of life and death.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
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Sexual Relationships
(a) (i) What is meant by the word “heterosexual”?
______________________________________________________________ [1]
(ii) What is meant by the word “homosexual”?
______________________________________________________________ [1]
(iii) What is celibacy?
______________________________________________________________ [1]
(iv) Give two reasons why a person might choose to be celibate.
1. ______________________________________________________________
2. ____________________________________________________________ [2]
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(b) “The idea of traditional Christian marriage is outdated.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view.
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(a) Describe some of the ways modern living is damaging the environment.
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(b) Explain what some Christians believe about animal rights.
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(c) “There are more important issues facing churches than caring for the
environment.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
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War and Peace
(a) Describe some of the different types of pacifism.
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(b) “The Just War theory is no longer relevant.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view.
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Section B
Answer two from three questions.
Five marks will be awarded for spelling, punctuation and accurate use of grammar
in part (c) of your answers.
5
Equality and Diversity
(a) Outline some of the different types of discrimination.
__________________________________________________________________
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Use the lines below if required.
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(b) Explain what Christians can learn from Jesus about prejudice.
__________________________________________________________________
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Use the lines below if required.
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(c) “Christians should be prepared to worship with people from different religions.”
Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
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Justice and Punishment
(a) Describe what the Bible teaches about punishment.
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Use the lines below if required.
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(b) Explain why many people are not in favour of the death penalty.
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(c) “People have more respect for law and order when punishments are harsh.”
Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
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Marriage and Divorce
(a) Describe Christian teaching on the benefits of marriage.
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Use the lines below if required.
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(b) Explain Church and Bible teaching on divorce.
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Use the lines below if required.
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(c) “Only those who attend church regularly should be allowed to marry in church.”
Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
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Use the lines below if required to answer Question 7(c).
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Religious Studies
Paper 8
An Introduction to Christian
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[GRS81]
*GRS81*
FRIDAY 25 JANUARY, MORNING
TIME
1 hour 30 minutes.
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your Centre Number and Candidate Number in the spaces provided at the top of
this page.
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided.
Do not write outside the boxed area on each page or on blank pages.
Complete in black ink only. Do not write with a gel pen.
Answer all the questions in Section A and two from three questions in Section B in the
spaces provided in this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The total mark for this paper is 105.
Quality of written communication will be assessed in all questions.
Spelling, punctuation and accurate use of grammar will be assessed in Section B
Questions 5(c), 6(c) and 7(c), where two questions only are required to be completed.
Figures in brackets printed down the right-hand side of pages indicate the marks awarded
to each question or part question.
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Section A
Answer all questions.
1
Religious Diversity
(a) (i) Name two world religions other than Christianity.
1. ____________________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________________ [2]
(ii) Name two ways in which schools can help pupils from all faiths to
feel included.
1. ____________________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________________ [2]
(iii) Give one way churches can show respect for people from other
world faiths.
___________________________________________________________ [1]
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(b) Explain how people from minority faith groups may face challenges when living
in Northern Ireland.
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(c) “School assemblies should always include an act of Christian worship.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
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Euthanasia
(a) (i) Give two reasons why a person might request euthanasia.
1. ____________________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________________ [2]
(ii) What is meant by active euthanasia?
___________________________________________________________ [1]
(iii) What is meant by passive euthanasia?
___________________________________________________________ [1]
(iv) What is meant by voluntary euthanasia?
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(b) “Euthanasia allows a person to die with dignity.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view.
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Matters of Life and Death
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(a) Give reasons why some people are in favour of abortion.
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(b) Explain biblical teaching about the sanctity of human life.
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(c) “Abortion is sometimes the best alternative to an unplanned pregnancy.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
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Answer two from three questions.
Five marks will be awarded for spelling, punctuation and accurate use of grammar
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(a) Give reasons why some marriages end in divorce.
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(c) “Biblical teaching on sexual relationships is still relevant today.”
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Justice and Punishment
(a) Describe what Christianity teaches about repentance.
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(b) Explain why the death penalty is a controversial issue.
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(c) “Reforming criminals is more important than punishing them.”
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(b) Explain what the Bible teaches about war and peace.
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(c) “A country should only go to war when there is no other choice.”
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General Certificate of Secondary Education
Religious Studies
Paper 6
An Introduction to
Christian Ethics
*GRE61*
[GRE61]
Assessment
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Assessment Level of Control:
Tick the relevant box (3)
TIME
Controlled Conditions
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1 hour 30 minutes.
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your Centre Number and Candidate Number in the spaces provided at the top of
this page.
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided.
Do not write outside the boxed area on each page or on blank pages.
Complete in black ink only. Do not write with a gel pen.
Answer all the questions in Section A and two from three questions in Section B in the
spaces provided in this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The total mark for this paper is 100.
Quality of written communication will be assessed in Section B Questions 5(c), 6(c) and 7(c),
where two questions only are required to be completed.
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Section A
Answer all questions.
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Personal and Family Issues
(a) (i) Name one way in which families can support each other.
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(ii) Name two problems that can arise in family life.
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(b) Explain why some Christians choose to be celibate.
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(c) “Same-sex couples should be allowed to get married.”
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Matters of Life and Death
(a) (i) Give one argument in favour of prison as a punishment.
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(ii) Give one argument against prison as a punishment.
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(b) Do you think Bible teaching on punishment is still relevant for today?
Give reasons for your answer.
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(c) “People who break the law need help, not punishment.”
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Contemporary Issues in Christianity
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(a) Describe the work of one Christian organisation fighting poverty.
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(b) Explain what the Bible teaches on responsibility to people in need.
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(c) “There is very little that churches can do to fight poverty.”
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Modern Warfare
(a) Describe how children can be affected by war.
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(b) Do you think all countries should give up their nuclear weapons?
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(c) “All Christians should be pacifists.”
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Section B
Answer two questions from this section.
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Personal and Family Issues
(a) Describe some of the alternatives to marriage.
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(b) Explain Christian teaching on divorce.
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(c) “Marriage partners who have a religious faith are more likely to have a
successful relationship.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view. You should refer to Christian teaching in
your answer.
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Matters of Life and Death
(a) Outline some of the reasons why a woman might want an abortion.
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(b) Explain why many Christians are in favour of the hospice movement.
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(c) “All decisions about life and death should be left to God.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view. You should refer to Christian teaching in
your answer.
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Bioethics
(a) Describe some of the ways in which an infertile couple may have a family.
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(b) Explain why Christians may differ in their views on reproductive technology.
[5]
(c) “Recent developments in bioethics create more problems than they solve.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view. You should refer to Christian teaching in
your answer.
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(a) Describe some of the alternatives to marriage.
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(b) Explain Christian teaching on divorce.
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(c) “Marriage partners who have a religious faith are more likely to have a
successful relationship.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view. You should refer to Christian teaching in
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Matters of Life and Death
(a) Outline some of the reasons why a woman might want an abortion.
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(b) Explain why many Christians are in favour of the hospice movement.
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(c) “All decisions about life and death should be left to God.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view. You should refer to Christian teaching in
your answer.
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Bioethics
(a) Describe some of the ways in which an infertile couple may have a family.
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(b) Explain why Christians may differ in their views on reproductive technology.
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(c) “Recent developments in bioethics create more problems than they solve.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view. You should refer to Christian teaching in
your answer.
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2022
Religious Studies
Paper 6
An Introduction to
Christian Ethics
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FRIDAY 13 MAY, MORNING
*GRE61*
TIME
1 hour 30 minutes.
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your Centre Number and Candidate Number in the spaces provided at the top of
this page.
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided.
Do not write outside the boxed area on each page or on blank pages.
Complete in black ink only. Do not write with a gel pen.
Answer all the questions in Section A and two from three questions in Section B in the
spaces provided in this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The total mark for this paper is 100.
Quality of written communication will be assessed in Section B Questions 5(c), 6(c) and 7(c),
where two questions only are required to be completed.
Figures in brackets printed down the right-hand side of pages indicate the marks awarded to
each question or part question.
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Section A
Answer all questions.
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(a) (i) What is euthanasia?
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(ii) Name an organisation that supports voluntary euthanasia.
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(iii) Name a European country where euthanasia is legal.
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(iv) Give two reasons why a person might request euthanasia.
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(b) Using relevant examples, explain the difference between active and
passive euthanasia.
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(c) “Christians should accept that euthanasia is sometimes necessary.”
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Developments in Bioethics
(a) (i) Give one reason why a couple might be unable to have children.
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(ii) What is IVF treatment?
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(iii) Name the organisation that regulates developments in bioethics in the UK.
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(iv) Give two reasons why some Christians are not in favour of IVF treatment.
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Give reasons for your answer.
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(c) “Every couple has the right to have a child.”
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(c) “Churches should take more action to fight injustice.”
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Crime and Punishment
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(b) Do you think all Christians should be against capital punishment?
Give reasons for your answer.
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(c) “Reform should be the most important aim of punishment.”
Do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer.
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Answer two questions from this section.
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Personal and Family Issues
(a) Describe some of the reasons why families are important.
[5]
(b) Explain why a Christian couple might decide not to have sex before they
are married.
[5]
(c) “The Christian idea of committing to a partner for life is no longer realistic.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view. You should refer to Christian teaching in
your answer.
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Abortion
(a) Outline Christian views on abortion.
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(b) Explain how a woman’s life might be affected by an unplanned pregnancy.
[5]
(c) “There is always an alternative to abortion.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view. You should refer to Christian teaching in
your answer.
[10]
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Modern Warfare
(a) Describe what the Bible teaches about war and peace.
[5]
(b) Explain some of the reasons why countries go to war.
[5]
(c) “Pacifism is always the best approach to conflict.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view. You should refer to Christian teaching in
your answer.
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Personal and Family Issues
(a) Describe some of the reasons why families are important.
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(b) Explain why a Christian couple might decide not to have sex before they
are married.
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(c) “The Christian idea of committing to a partner for life is no longer realistic.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view. You should refer to Christian teaching in
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Use the lines below if required to answer Question 5(c).
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Abortion
(a) Outline Christian views on abortion.
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(b) Explain how a woman’s life might be affected by an unplanned pregnancy.
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(c) “There is always an alternative to abortion.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view. You should refer to Christian teaching in
your answer.
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Use the lines below if required to answer Question 6(c).
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Modern Warfare
(a) Describe what the Bible teaches about war and peace.
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(b) Explain some of the reasons why countries go to war.
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(c) “Pacifism is always the best approach to conflict.”
Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have
considered different points of view. You should refer to Christian teaching in
your answer.
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Use the lines below if required to answer Question 7(c).
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