Surname Other Names Centre Number 0 Candidate Number GCSE 4451/01 RELIGIOUS STUDIES SPECIFICATION B UNIT 1: Religion and Life Issues A.M. MONDAY, 13 May 2013 1 hour 45 minutes s use Mark Question 1 SPaG Question 2 4451 010001 Question 3 Question 4 INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES Total Mark Use black ink or black ball-point pen. Write your name, centre number and candidate number in the spaces at the top of this page. Answer all questions. Write your answers in the spaces provided in this booklet. If you run out of space in the question-and-answer booklet you may use continuation sheets. Number the questions clearly and put your sheets in this question-and-answer booklet. INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES The number of marks is given in brackets at the end of each question or part-question. You are reminded that assessment will take into account the Quality of Written Communication used in your answers that involve extended writing (questions 1(e), 2(e), 3(e) and 4(e)). In addition, your ability to spell, punctuate and use grammar accurately will be assessed in question 1(e). JD*(S13-4451-01)
2 1. Study the information below and answer the questions which follow.
3 (a) Explain what religious believers mean by chastity. [2] (b) Explain how having a religious faith might influence a couple who want to divorce. [4] 4451 010003 (c) Sex before marriage is always wrong. Give two reasons why a religious believer might agree or disagree with this statement. [4] (i)... (ii)... Turn over.
4 (d) Explain from two different religious traditions the main features of a marriage ceremony. (You must state the religious traditions you are referring to.) [6] (i) Religious tradition:... (ii) Religious tradition:...
5 (e) Marriage is out of date. Do you agree? Give reasons or evidence for your answer, showing that you have thought of more than one point of view. (You must include reference to religious beliefs in your answer.) [8] Marks for spelling, punctuation and the accurate use of grammar are allocated to this question. [5] 4451 010005 24 SPaG 5 Turn over.
6 2. Study the information below and answer the questions which follow.
7 (a) Explain what religious believers mean by injustice. [2] (b) Explain how having a religious faith might encourage a person to be socially responsible. [4] 4451 010007 (c) Religious people should not be wealthy. Give two reasons why a religious believer might agree or disagree with this statement. [4] (i)... (ii)... Turn over.
8 (d) Explain from two different religious traditions the teachings about equality. (You must state the religious traditions you are referring to.) [6] (i) Religious tradition:... (ii) Religious tradition:...
9 (e) Only religion will stop discrimination. Do you agree? Give reasons or evidence for your answer, showing that you have thought of more than one point of view. (You must include reference to religious beliefs in your answer.) [8] 4451 010009 24 Turn over.
10 3. Study the information below and answer the questions which follow. A disused church
11 (a) Explain what religious believers mean by the afterlife. [2] (b) Explain how a religious believer might worship God. [4] (c) Everyone should use symbols to help them describe God. Give two reasons why a religious believer might agree or disagree with this statement. [4] (i)... (ii)... Turn over.
12 (d) Explain from one religious tradition teachings about God. (You must state the religious tradition you are referring to.) [6] Religious tradition:...
13 (e) Religion has little value in society today. Do you agree? Give reasons or evidence for your answer, showing that you have thought of more than one point of view. (You must include reference to religious beliefs in your answer.) [8] 24 Turn over.
14 4. Study the information below and answer the questions which follow.
15 (a) Explain what religious believers mean by creation. [2] (b) Explain how a religious believer should use natural resources. [4] (c) Religious creation stories still have meaning. Give two reasons why a religious believer might agree or disagree with this statement. [4] (i)... (ii)... Turn over.
16 (d) Explain two religious teachings about attitudes towards animals. [6] (i) Religious teaching:... (ii) Religious teaching:...
17 (e) Human beings are more than just bodies. Do you agree? Give reasons or evidence for your answer, showing that you have thought of more than one point of view. (You must include reference to religious beliefs in your answer.) [8] END OF PAPER 24
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