5 questions · 82 marks · ≈ 1 hour · spans 5 of 21 topics
Assembled from the topic question banks — not an official Cambridge International paperExplain how Christian beliefs might help people to cope with death.
‘Having Christian belief helps people to cope with all problems in life.’ 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) State two Easter Sunday customs for Christians.
(2 marks)
(ii) Outline what Christians remember on Maundy/Holy Thursday.
(4 marks)
Explain why Christians celebrate Christmas.
Evaluate whether Pentecost is the most important festival for Christians. You must refer to Christianity in your answer. Your response should consider different points of view when you evaluate the question.
(i) What is a service of reconciliation?
(3 marks)
(ii) Briefly describe the role of the minister during Bible services.
(4 marks)
Explain the significance of Holy Communion for Christians
‘The communion table is the most important part of a church.’ 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 some of the work of Christian missionaries.
Explain why Christians believe they should care for others.
‘It is very difficult to love others as much as you love yourself.’ 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.
Evaluate whether divorce is sometimes the best decision for a Christian couple. You must refer to Christianity in your answer. Your response should consider different points of view when you evaluate the question.