CRE Paper 2 Questions and Answers - Asumbi Girls High School KCSE Mock 2021

Questions

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

• This paper consists of six questions.
•  Answer any five questions in the spaces provided.
• Each question carries 20 marks.
• Candidates should answer the questions in English.

1.          
   1. Outline Jeremiah’s prophecy concerning the messiah (Jeremiah 23:5-6) (7mks)
   2. Describe the birth of John the Baptist. (Luke1: 57-80) (8mks)
   3. State six attributes of Gods learned from the magnificat. (5mks)
2.  
   1. Describe the call of the first disciples by Jesus (like 5:1-11) (7mks)
   2. Give seven reasons why Jesus accepted to be baptized yet he wasn’t a sinner. (7mks)
   3. What lessons do Christians learn about Jesus from His temptations? (6mks)
3.  
   1. With reference to the parable of the rich fool, state seven teaching by Jesus on materials possession. (7mks)
   2. Describe the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. (Luke 18:28-40) (8mks)
   3. State five ways through which modern church leaders perform the duties of a disciple. (5mks)
4.  
   1. Outline the teaching of Jesus on the role of the holy spirit. (7mks)
   2. Explain the unity of believers in the analogy of the body of Christ. (8mks)
   3. Give six ways in which churches discipline those who cause disunity in church today. (5mks)
5.   
   1. Identify five sources of Christians ethics. (5mks)
   2. Outline the changes that have taken place in marriage in traditional African society. (7mks)
   3. How is the church preparing the youth for marriage today? (8mks)
6.  
   1. State six ways in which a Christian can acquire wealth. (6mks)
   2. State seven Christian teaching on wealth. (7mks)
   3. Give seven reasons why Christians should not involve themselves in gambling. (7mks)

Marking Scheme

1.        
   1. Outline jeremiahs prophecy concerning the messiah. (8mks)
      
      • The messiah will rule wisely
      • The messiah will ensure Judah is safe
      • The messiah will be called the lord is our salvation
      • The messiah will come from the house David
      • He will be called the king
      • He will ensure Israel is secure
      • He will execute justice
   2. Describe the bath of John the Baptist.(8mks)
      
      • Elizabeth delivered a baby boy
      • People rejoiced about the birth
      • The baby was circumcised on the 8th day
      • The baby was to be named Zachariah
      • His mother objected and said the baby was to be named John
      • People objected to this name because none of their kins had this name.
      • They made signs to Zachariah inquiring the name Zachariah down the name john people
      • Zacharias mouth was opened and begun to talk.
      • People feared about this incident
      • People talked over this incident over Judea.
      • People who heard said what kind of child he would be.
      • Zachariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied.
      • John grew and became strong in faith.
   3. State six attributes of God’s learned from the magnificat(5mks)
      
      • He is caring/a protector
      • He is powerful/might/omnipotence.
      • He is holly
      • He is merciful
      • He is a savior
      • He is a provider
      • He is faithful/keeps promises
      • He is kind/helper to His servant Israel
2.      
   1. Describe the call of the first disciple by Jesus
      
      • He was standing at He was standing at the lake of …
      • He saw two boats without fisherman.
      • He got into Simon’s boat and told him to fish into the sea.
      • He sat down and taught people from the boat
      • After this he told Simon to cast his net for a catch.
      • Simon said they had toiled the night but caught nothing / he accepted Jesus instructions.
      • They caught a great number of fish.
      • Their nets were bursting and they called their partners to assist him.
      • They filled both boats with fish and they began sinking.
      • Peter knelt down before Jesus and told him to go because peter was sinful.
      • James and john were also astonished to this miracle.
      • Jesus told Simon not to be afraid because henceforth he would be catching men.
      • They left everything the lake Generserate
      • He saw two boats without fishermen
      • He got into Simon and followed him.
   2. Give seven reasons why Jesus accepted to be baptized yet he wasn’t a sinner.(7mks)
      
      • To introduce himself to the people as the messiah.
      • It strengthened him to face the task ahead of him.
      • To acknowledge the work of John the Baptist for the manifestation of the trinity.
      • To receive the Holy Spirit.
      • To identify himself with the sinful manking
      • To fulfill the Old Testament prophecies about the messiah.
      • Final acceptance of the work of salvation
   3. What lesson do Christians learn about Jesus from the temptations of Jesus? (6mks)
      
      • Divine/son of God.
      • Human
      • Has power over Satan
      • Well versed with Old Testament scripture
      • Obedient to His fathers will
      • Has complete faith in His father
      • A humble Messiah
      • Came to fulfil the Law of Moses
      • Full of wisdom.
3.         
   1. With reference to the parable of the rich fool state seven teaching by Jesus on material possession. (7mks)
      • Material possession are not permanent
      • Material possession can lead to greed.
      • Material possession cannot save one from death.
      • Material possession can make one lose faith in God.
      • Material possession can lead to false sense of security.
      • Spiritual wealth is more important than early pleasure.
      • People should trust in God who controls their lives.
      • People should not worry about material wealth but rather God’s providence.
      • People should be concerned with seeking Gods kingdom first before their possession.
   2. Describe Jesus triumphant entry into Jerusalem in Luke 19:28-40
      • As Jesus entered Jerusalem, he passes through Bethpage and Bethany and the mount olives.
      • He sent two of his disciples to bring him colt which had never been ridden.
      • He gave him instructions to go and untie it/if asked they should say master needs it.
      • They found it as Jesus had instructed.
      • As they were untying it the owner asked them why and they replied that the master need it
      • The disciples brought the donkey and Jesus sat on it.
      • As he rode on, people spread their cloaks on the roads
      • The people sang and proclaimed him asking him as king having seen his mighty works.
      • The people shouted blessed is the one who comes in the name of the lord, peace in heaven and glory to God.
      • Some Pharisees ordered Jesus to tell the people to be quiet, they were afraid that the roman government would think that there is a revolt.
      • Jesus replied that if they kept quiet, the stones would shout
   3. State five ways through which modern church leaders perform the duties of a disciple.(5mks)
      • Visiting the sick, aged and orphans.
      • Helping the needy.
      • Preaching the gospel.
      • Performing miracles in the name of Jesus.
      • Be role models by following gods command.
      • Pray for those with problems.
      • Condemning evils in the society.
4.     
   1. outline the teaching of Jesus on the role of the Holy Spirit
      • To bring glory to Jesus
      • To convict the world of sin, righteousness adjournment.
      • To act as a counselor.
      • To reveal the truth about God.
      • To reveal the God’s people what is yet to come.
      • To enable the disciples discern and to expose the sinful secrets in people’s hearts.
      • Teaches and reminds disciples of what Jesus taught.
   2. Explain the unity of believers in the analogy of the body of Christ.
      • Believers should be united in Christ in the same way parts of the body are united.
      • Every believer is important to Christ the same way all parts of the body are important to the body.
      • Believers should be interdependent the same way part of human body depend on each other.
      • Christ is the head of the church and believers are the body.
      • Believers have been united through one spirit, one Lord, one baptism and one God.
      • There should be no division in the church because all believers are members of the body of Christ.
   3. Give six ways in which churches discipline those who cause disunity in church.(5mks)
      • They are denied leadership positions.
      • Are denied some services of the church as wedding rites, burial rites.
      • Are charged a fine.
      • They are reprimanded and asked to apologize publicly.
      • Workers who cause disunity can lose their jobs.
      • Leaders who cause disunity are asked to resign/demoted.
      • Some churches excommunicate members who blaspheme.
      • Sometimes they may be suspended from church duties and church services.
      • Church leaders are transferred to hardship areas.
5.         
   1. Identify five sources of Christ ethics. (5mks)
      • Human experience/conscience/knowledge/free will.
      • The bible/Jesus teaching/sacred scriptures.
      • Traditions from Christian community/church rituals.
      • Christian literature.
      • Natural law
      • Situation ethics/God’s revelation
      • Country laws/the constitution.
      • African customs compatible with Christianity.
   2. Outline changes that have taken place in marriage in traditional African society.(7mks)
      • It is not obligatory today for all to marry.
      • Permissiveness in today’s society has brought about sexual immorality eroding the value of purity in marriage and before marriage.
      • Unlike in traditional African society, virginity has lost value in today’s marriage.
      • Monogamous relationships today have largely replaced polygamous relationship.
      • The long and careful courtship and marriage preparations in traditional African society have been largely compromised.
      • Divorce nowadays is on the raise unlike in the past.
      • The wife no longer belongs to the whole clan today.
      • Marriage with or without children is complete/consummated by marriage.
      • Bride price has been commercialized today or at times not even paid by the man involved.
      • Marriage age today is not defined and one may marry at late age
      • The marriage relationship is exclusive concern of the couple, and the clan’s role is minimal or negligible.
   3. How is the church preparing the youth for marriage.(8mks)
      • Encouraging them to attend seminars or counseling sessions on marriage/premarital counseling.
      • Pray to God’s guidance when getting a partner.
      • Encouraging them to go for a medical test.
      • Encouraging them to make arrangements on dowry payment.
      • Teaching them to ensure there is availability of resources/offering financial assistance for wedding preparations condemning pre-marital sex.
      • Emphasizing on church wedding /discouraging elopement.
      • Church leader’s setting an example for other to emulate.
      • Organizing retreats/seminars to educate them.
      • Teaching them about responsible parenthood/role as husband and wife.
      • Teaching the Christians on purpose of marriage.
6.        
   1. state six ways in which a Christian can acquire wealth.
      • Investment of money in financial institutions.
      • Through inheritance.
      • Through employment.
      • Engaging in business.
      • Exploiting natural resources.
      • Gift grants and presents.
      • Exploiting talent.
      • Through farming.
      • Industrial investment.
   2. State seven Christian teaching on wealth.(7mks)
      • Wealth should be acquired in the right manner.
      • Wealth is a gift from God/God given.
      • Wealth should be used to serve God/expand His kingdom.
      • Those who have wealth are only stewards.
      • Those who have wealth should share it with others/help the needy/poor.
      • Poverty is not a result of sin/the poor can also enjoy Gods blessings.
      • Wealth can be a hindrance for one to enter the kingdom of God.
      • One can’t serve God and wealth.
      • Wealth can’t satisfy all human need /can’t answer the human quest for salvation.
      • Those who have wealth should avoid extravagance wisely.
      • Those who have wealth should use it responsibly/wisely.
   3. Give seven reasons why Christians should not involve themselves in gambling.
      • Gambling enable one to get money/wealth without working for it.
      • In gambling one’s gain leads to another who loses.
      • It creates bitterness in the one who loses.
      • The bible condemn gambling/unfair interest.
      • It involves taking advantage of ignorant players.
      • There is no security on the wealth/money put in gambling.
      • It is addictive/can become a compulsive habit.
      • It can interfere with family budget/priorities/can be misleading in the firmly/friends.
      • It can lead to stress illness.
      • It can lead to violence/loss of life
      • Sit shows lack of trust /dependence upon God.
      • It can lead to poverty, time wasting at the expense of productive work.