5 questions · 74 marks · ≈ 74 min · spans 5 of 21 topics
Assembled from the topic question banks — not an official Cambridge International paper(i) Give three Christian beliefs about Jesus’ mother Mary.
(3 marks)
(ii) Briefly describe what Christians believe about Jesus of Nazareth.
(4 marks)
Explain why the Old Testament might be described as a history of salvation.
‘The Apostles’ Creed is the most important Christian text.’
Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Christianity in your answer.
Describe the celebrations in a Christian church on Easter Sunday.
Explain why Easter is a celebration of thanksgiving for Christians.
Vows are one feature of a Christian marriage ceremony.
(i) State two vows that might be made at a Christian marriage ceremony.
(2 marks)
(ii) Outline other features that might be part of a Christian marriage ceremony.
(4 marks)
Explain the importance of marriage for Christians.
What happened at Lourdes which made it a place of Christian pilgrimage?
Explain why Christians might go on pilgrimage.
‘Pilgrimage is the only way in which Christians can show their faith.’ Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Christianity in your answer.
(i) Name two leadership roles in the church.
(2 marks)
(ii) Outline features that might be part of a Sunday worship service.
(4 marks)
Explain why it might be important for Christians to worship as a community.
Evaluate different views on whether clergy are needed for Christian worship. You must refer to Christianity in your answer. Your response should consider different points of view when you evaluate the question.