CRE PAPER 2 - KCSE 2019 ALLIANCE MOCK EXAMINATION

1.  
   1. Explain the Jewish expectations concerning the messiah   (7mks)
   2. State 7 similarities in the annunciation of the birth of John the Baptist and that of Jesus Christ. (7mks)
   3. Identify six lessons Christians learn from the annunciation of the birth of Jesus Christ      (6mks)

2.  
   1. What was the importance of the transfiguration of Jesus? (8mks)
   2. Identify 6 occasions when Jesus prayed.  (6mks)
   3. Give the lessons that Christians learn about Jesus from the transfiguration.  (7mks)

3.  
   1. State 6 teachings of Jesus on the duties of discipleship (6mks)
   2. Narrate the parable of a friend at mid-night Luke 11 : 5 – 13                                               (7mks)
   3. What is the importance of prayer in a Christian life?                                                             (7mks)

4.  
   1. Identify 5 ways in which the work of the Holy Spirit was manifested on the day of Pentecost.(5mks)
   2. State the fruits of the holy spirit according to Gal 5 : 22)                                                      (8mks)
   3. State 7 reasons why some Christians find it difficult to help the sick.                                 (7mks)

5.  
   1. Give 7 advantages of a monogamous marriage (7mks)
   2. Outline the importance of children in both Christianity and traditional African communities. (6mks)
   3. Identify ways through which Christians help to minimize conflicts between parents and their children in Kenya today (7mks)

6.  
   1. Explain ways in which science and technology has improved human life. (8mks)
   2. Give 6 reasons why a Christian should donate blood.                                                           (6mks)
   3. List down reasons why tobacco is a health hazard                                                                (6mks)

MARKING SCHEME

1.  
   1. Jewish expectations concerning the messiah
      1. They expected a political messiah who would overthrow their colonial rulers.
      2. The messiah would rule the world from Jerusalem and receive homage from all nations of the earth.
      3. The messianic kingdom would be a temporary Jewish kingdom like the Roman kingdom but more powerful.
      4. The establishment of his kingdom would be preceded by cosmic signs.
      5. The messiah would be from David’s lineage
      6. He would come after the return of Elijah.
      7. He would not associate with the poor, sinners and gentiles.
      8. He would perform miracles.
      9. The messianic kingdom would be accomplished through God’s judgment on Israel’s enemies.
         7 x 1 = 7mks)
   2. Similarities in the annunciation of the birth of John and that of Jesus.
      1. Both were announced by the same angel.
      2. In both the angel said that the child would be great.
      3. in both the children to be born would be boys.
      4. In both children would be filled with the Holy Spirit.
      5. In both the angel revealed the mission of each child?
      6. In both the recipients of the message doubled it.
      7. In both the angle gave assign to make them believe.
      8. Both children were given a name before birth.
      9. In both the births would be through divine intervention
      10. Mary was a virgin and Elizabeth was baren.
          7 x 1 = 7mks)
   3. Lessons that Christians learn from the annunciation of the birth of Jesus.
      1. Mary was morally upright so youths should emulate her.
      2. Christians should humbly accept Gods intended will for their lives.
      3. God has a purpose for every children hence parents should guide their children to achieve their purpose.
      4. Christians should believe in Jesus since he is the son of God.
      5. Christians should trust in God for there is nothing is impossible to him.
      6. God exalts the humble and rejects the proud.
      7. God wanted Jesus to be part of a human family in order for him to identify with the human race.
         6 x 1 = 6mks)

2.  
   1. Importance of the transfiguration of Jesus.
      1. It gave Jesus encouragement and assurance that his coming suffering was according to Gods will.
      2. Moses and Elijah’s appearance represented the law and the prophets respectively.
      3. Appearance of Moses and Elijah showed that Jesus had fulfilled what was prophesied about in the scriptures.
      4. Moses and Elijah reassured Jesus of his mission of death for the redemption of human kind.
      5. It confirmed for the second time that Jesus was the son of God.
      6. Appearance of moses and Elijah showed that there is life after death.
      7. It took place when Jesus was praying hence prayer is emphasized.
      8. Gods presence was felt at the transfiguration. The cloud
      9. It showed that Jesus mission was not a secret any more.
      10. It strengthened the faith of the apostles to continue with the mission of Jesus after his death.
      11. Jesus dazzling brilliance confirmed his holiness and glory.
          8 x 1 = 8mks)
   2. Occasions when Jesus prayed.
      1. In the wilderness before temptations
      2. Before breaking the bread during the last supper
      3. At the garden of Gethsemane
      4. At the cross before he died.
      5. When he was teaching his disciples how to pray
      6. During his baptism.
      7. During his baptism.
      8. During transfiguration
      9. During feeding of 5000 people
         7 x 1 = 7mks)
   3. Lessons that Christians learn about Jesus from his transfiguration
      1. Jesus is prayerful
      2. Jesus mission was to suffer and die in order to reconcile human beings with God
      3. Jesus came to fulfill the O.T prophesies and Mosaic law.
      4. Jesus is holy.
      5. Jesus is the son of God
      6. Jesus had his authority from God.
         5 x 1 = 5mks)

3.  
   1. Teachings of Jesus on the duties of discipleship
      1. one should be ready to fore go some comforts in life.
      2. One should be willing to sacrifice the things that are dear in order to spread the gospel
      3. One should not look back and desire his or her past life.
      4. One should forsake any commitment that can be an obstacle to the work of god
      5. One must be ready to let go of family ties.
      6. One has to accept suffering. Persecution, rejection and even death.
          6 x 1 = 6mks)
   2. The parable of a friend at midnight. Luke 11 : 5 – 13
      1. A person had a friends visit at mid-night
      2. The friend told the person to lend him 3 loaves of bread for he had a friend that had arrived from a journey and had nothing to give him.
      3. The friend told the person not to bother him for the doors are shut and the children are sleeping.
      4. He finally woke up to give him what he wanted not because of their friendship but because of his insistence.
      5. Jesus then said, ask and it shall be give to you, seek and you will find, knock and the door will be opened for you.
      6. Everyone who seeks, finds, who asks, receives and he who knocks, the door in opened.
      7. What father would give his son a snake instead of a fish or a scorpion for an egg when the some asks.
         6 x 1= 6mks)
   3. Importance of prayer in a Christians life.
      1. It brings people closer to God
      2. Prayer helps Christians to overcome temptations
      3. It strengthens Christians faith
      4. One is able to give thanks to God for blessings
      5. It gives an opportunity to ask for forgiveness from god \
      6. It allows one to intercede for others.
      7. It enables Christians to exalt or glorify God
      8. It is a means of communication with God
      9. It gives an opportunity to worship God.
         7 x 1 = 7mks)

4.  
   1. Ways in which the work of the holy spirit was manifested on the day of Pentecost
      1. Peter witnessed Christ/ preached about the risen Christ
      2. More than 3000 people repented and were baptized
      3. The disciples spoke in tongues.
      4. The holy spirit reminded peter the old testament scriptures.
      5. The holy spirit gave peter courage to defend the apostles.
      6. The holy spirit convicted the multitude of their sins
         5 x 1 = 5mks) 
   2. Fruits of the holy spirit Gal 5 : 22
      1. Love
      2. Peace
      3. Joy
      4. Patience
      5. Kindness
      6. Goodness
      7. Faithfulness
      8. Gentleness
      9. Self control
         8 x 1= 8mks)
   3. Why some Christians find it difficult to help the sick.
      1. Some lack the gift of healing.
      2. Some are afraid of being infected
      3. Religious/denominational barrier.
      4. They lack knowledge/skills of handlilng the sick.
      5. They have no time for the sick
      6. Poverty
      7. Lack of love for the sick/needy.
      8. It is difficult to determine those that are genuinely sick
      9. Due to gender biases
         7 x 1 = 7mks)

5.  
   1. Advantages of monogamous marriage
      1. It enhances conjugal rights in the family
      2. It upholds the dignity of family members.
      3. Security is enhanced.
      4. Love is un divided
      5. It eases wrangles on property ownership.
      6. It is a covenant protected by God
      7. Law and order prevails in the family/there is unity
      8. It reduces the chances of being infected with Hiv/Aids
      9. It is easier to develop mutual confidence and trust among the family members.
      10. It reduces delinquency among children
      11. The woman takes pride in the marriage.
      12. Providing for the family is easier.
          7 x 1 = 7mks)
   2. Importance of children in both Christianity and Traditional African society.
      1. In both children take care of their parents in old age.
      2. In both children ensure the continuity of the community
      3. In both children inherit their parents property
      4. In both children are a sign of God’s blessings
      5. In both children is a source of labour.
      6. In both children cement the relationship/stabilize marriage.
      7. In both children are source of wealth.
      8. In both they are a source of joy/happiness
         6 x 1 = 6mks)
   3. Ways through which Christians help to minimize conflicts between parents and children in Kenya
      1. Guidance and counseling/advising them.
      2. By praying for families
      3. Making fair judgment when solving conflicts
      4. Christians setting a good example to others in the society.
      5. Teaching/preaching the word of God concerning family life.
      6. Organizing seminars/ workshops where parents/children are taught their roles/responsibilities.
      7. Airing programmes on family life on television/Radio
      8. By assisting needy families with finance/materials so as to minimize conflicts.
         7 x 1 = 7mks)

6.  
   1. Ways in which science and technology has improved human life.
      1. Transport and communication enables people to travel faster and interact socially.
      2. It has improved agriculture hence leading to increased food production.
      3. Invention of modern machines has made work easier.
      4. Computer and internet has improved trade between nations.
      5. Formal education and training has equipped human beings with new skills for survival
      6. It has brought better health care through modern equipments and medicine.
      7. It has improved security matters by use of radar alarms and electrical fencing.
      8. Better exploitation of natural resources.
      9. Population control through family planning.
         4 x 2 = 8mks)
   2. Reasons why a Christian should donate blood.
      1. To follow the example of Jesus Christ who shed his blood for human kind.
      2. To minimize possible rise of criminal blood donors
      3. It is in line with the bible teaching of sharing with the needy.
      4. It is a demonstration of neighbours love.
      5. It is a show of patriotism in supplementing government’s efforts in saving lifes of needy citizens.
      6. To give people who need blood a chance to live
      7. It is a kind of investment to expect benefit from blood transfusion in event of need.  
         6 x 1 = 6mks)
   3. Reasons why tobacco is a health hazard. 
      1. It causes respiratory diseases like lung cancer.
      2. It causes air pollution and can be harmful to non-smokers.
      3. In cases of expectant mothers the unborn children can develop deformities and be underweight.
      4. It can lead to financial constraints in case of addiction
      5. It can cause discoloring of teeth
      6. It can lead to bad smell.
         6 x 1 = 6mks)