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- Outline six Jewish expectations about the Messiah (6 mks)
- Give eight similarities between the annunciation of the birth of John the Baptist and that of Jesus Christ (8 mks)
- State six attributes of God learnt from Mary’s song, the magnificat (6 mks)
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- Identify seven teachings of John the Baptist at River Jordan (7 mks)
- State six reasons why some Christians find it hard to apply the teachings of John the Baptist in their lives today (6 mks)
- Outline seven lessons learnt about Jesus from his temptations in the wilderness (7 mks)
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- State six teachings about Jesus that Christians can learn from the healing of the centurion’s servant (6 mks)
- Describe Jesus triumphant entry into Jerusalem in Luke 18:28-40 (8 mks)
- With references to the parable of the rich fool, state six teachings by Jesus on material possession (6 mks)
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- Outline six teachings about Jesus from Peter’s message on the day of Pentecost (6 mks)
- Explain four teachings of St. Paul on the unity of believers as illustrated in the husband wife relationship (8 mks)
- Give six ways how churches discipline those who cause disunity in the church today (6 mks)
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- Identify five sources of Christian Ethics (5 marks)
- Give eight reasons why people choose to become celibates in Kenya today. (8 mks)
- Identify dangers of using illicit drugs among the youth in Kenya today. (7 mks)
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- Outline the Christian View on organ transplant. (7 mks)
- Explain six teachings of Jesus on wealth (6 mks)
- Give seven reasons why Christians should not involve themselves in gambling (7 mks)
Marking Scheme
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- Outline six Jewish expectations about the Messiah (6mks)
He would;- Conquer their enemies/A military leader
- Lead Israel into economic and political prosperity
- Appear in Jerusalem full of glory and other nations would pay homage to him
- Come after the return of Elijah
- Perform miracles and mighty deeds
- Not to associate with sinners and gentiles
- Uphold the cult of Judaism
- His return would be accompanied by cosmic signs
- Be from royal family/David’s lineage (1x6=6mks)
- Give eight similarities between the annunciation of the birth of John the Baptist and that of Jesus Christ (8mks)
In both:- The message was announced by Angel Gabriel
- Zechariah and Mary were afraid
- The possibility of the message was doubted
- The names of the children were given by the angel
- The mission of the children was specified by angel Gabriel
- The children were to be first borns
- The birth of the children was to be through divine intervention
- The children would be great in their mission
- Signs were given to confirm the messages
- The parents were righteous
- The children would be males
- The children would be God’s servants (1x8=8mks)
- State six attributes of God learnt from Mary’s song, the magnificat (6mks)
- He is caring/A protector
- He is powerful/mighty/omnipotence
- He is holy
- He is merciful
- He is a saviour
- He is a provider
- He is faithful/keeps promises
- He is kind/helper to His servant Israel (1x6=6mks)
- Outline six Jewish expectations about the Messiah (6mks)
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- Identify seven teachings of John the Baptist at River Jordan (7mks)
- He called people to repentance/baptism
- He condemned the pride of the Jews for being Abraham’s descendants preached holiness
- He condemned the immorality of King Herod
- He said the Messiah was mightier than him/he wasn’t the Messiah
- He preached that the Messiah will effect judgment
- He advised people to practice charity
- He advised soldiers not to accuse anyone falsely
- He said that the Messiah would baptize people with the Holy Spirit and fire
- He said that the Messiah would separate the good from the evil
- He told the tax collectors to be honest in their work (7x1=7mks)
- State six reasons why some Christians find it hard to apply the teachings of John the Baptist in their lives today (7mks)
- Lack of faith in God’s word
- Divisions among Christians
- Clinging to the past life
- Negative attitude of rich towards the poor
- Moral decadence in the society
- Poverty
- Rampant corruption in the society
- Presence of false prophets /cults
- Living hypocritical lives
- Fear if political leaders (1x6=6mks)
- Outline seven lessons learnt about Jesus from his temptations in the wilderness (7mks)
Jesus is/was- Divine/son of God
- Human
- Has power over Satan
- Well versed with Old Testament scripture
- Obedient to His father’s will
- Has complete faith in his father
- A humble Messiah
- Came to fulfil the law of Moses
- Full of wisdom (7x1=7mks)
- Identify seven teachings of John the Baptist at River Jordan (7mks)
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- outline teachings about Jesus that Christians can learn from the healing of the centurion’s servant (6 mks)
- Jesus has power over sickness
- Jesus is a universal saviour
- Jesus requires faith if one is to be healed
- Jesus has the power to forgive sinners
- Jesus is the son of the son of God/messiah.
- Jesus is merciful/compassionate/caring.
- Jesus heals both the physically and spiritually sick.
- Jesus expects those healed to appreciate.
- Jesus is powerful He used word of mouth to heal. (1x 6= 6)
- Describe Jesus triumphant entry into Jerusalem in Luke 19:28-40 (8mks)
- As Jesus entered Jerusalem, he passed through Bethpage and, Bethany and the mount olives
- He sent two of his disciples to bring him a colt which had never been ridden
- He gave them instructions to go and untie it/If asked they should say the 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 needs it.
- The disciples brought the donkey and Jesus sat on it.
- As he rode on, people spread their cloaks on the road
- The people sang and proclaimed 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 there is a revolt
- Jesus replied that if they kept quiet, the stones would shout (8 x 1 = 8mks)
- With references to the parable of the rich fool, state six teachings by Jesus on material possession (6 mks)
- Material possessions are not permanent
- Material possessions can lead to greed
- Material possession cannot save one from death
- Material possession can make one lose faith in God
- Material wealth can lead to anxiety and worry
- Material possession can lead to false sense of security
- Spiritual wealth is more important than earthly pleasures
- 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 God’s kingdom first before their possession
- Material wealth does not guarantee eternal life (1 x 6 = 6mks)
- outline teachings about Jesus that Christians can learn from the healing of the centurion’s servant (6 mks)
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- Six teachings about Jesus from Peter’s message on the day of Pentecost
- Jesus was from Nazareth/ was human
- Jesus had a divine nature/messiah/son of God.
- Jesus was empowered by God to perform miracles/wonders through the Holy Spirit
- Jesus death/crucifixion was according to God’s plan
- God raised Jesus from death
- The death and resurrection of Jesus fulfilled the prophecy of David/ David foretold the resurrection of Jesus
- The Holy Spirit is a gift from Jesus
- Jesus was a descendant of David
- Jesus is exalted in glory –He is Lord and Christ (6 x 1 = 6mks)
- Explain four teachings of St Paul on the unity of believers as illustrated in the husband wife relationship Ephesians 5:21-23 (6 mks)
- Members of the church should learn to live together in harmony/unity just like the husband and wife.
- There is a chain of authority in marriage where the husband is the head of the family and the same way Christ is the head of the church
- Just as Christ sacrificially loves the church, husbands should love their wives.
- The union between husband and wife is meant to last forever hence the Christians are called upon to maintain steadfast faith to Christ until eternity.
- Just as a husband and wife become one flesh so Christians are supposed to be united/ cling to Christ.
- Just as Christ nourishes/ cherish the church, husbands should care for their wives
- Christians are called upon to submit to Christ just as a wife submits to her husband (4 x 2= 8mks)
- ways in which the churches discipline those who cause disunity in the church today.
- They are denied leadership positions.
- Are denied some services of the church such 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 service.
- Church leaders are transferred to hardship areas. (6 x 1 = 6mks)
- Six teachings about Jesus from Peter’s message on the day of Pentecost
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- Identify five sources of Christian Ethics (5marks)
- Human experience/conscience/knowledge/free will
- The Bible/Jesus’ teachings/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. (5x1=5 mks)
- Give eight reasons why people choose to become celibate in Kenya today.
- To pursue education
- Career demand
- Religious reasons/vocation
- Lack of guidance and counselling on marriage and family
- Discouragement from failing marriages and family
- Economic reasons
- Poor health
- Economic independence
- Parental interference
- Disappointing relationships (8x1=8 mks)
- Identify dangers of using illicit drugs among the youths in Kenya today (7mks)
- There is an increase in rate of crimes committed
- The use of illicit drugs leads to sexual immorality/contracting of sexually transmitted infections/HIV and AIDS
- Dependence on illicit drugs depletes resources/ leading to poverty/lowers productivity
- Illicit drugs damage vital organs/ill health
- The number of street children/families is increasing as a result of using drugs
- Use of illicit drugs is illegal/the offenders are liable for punishment/Imprisonment.
- Use of illicit drugs can cause employer/employee conflicts/job inefficacy
- Illicit drug users become irresponsible/quarrelsome/irritable leading to family disagreements/breakups
- Illicit drugs users can lead to murder/death
- Addiction
- Illicit drugs cause indiscipline in institutions of learning (1x7=7mks)
- Identify five sources of Christian Ethics (5marks)
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- Outline Christian View on organ transplant (6mks)
- Organ transplant is like transferring one’s life to another human being
- Transplanting an organ from an animal to human being is undermining human dignity
- Life is sacred and only God has power over it
- Transplanting an organ from animals to human beings leads to transferring of diseases from one species to another
- Organ transplant saves life
- An example of organ transplant was performed by God during the story of creation. God removed a rib from Adam’s body and used it to create Eve
- Human beings are continuing with the creation work of God through organ transplant(co-creators)
- Donating and transplanting it into another human being is an expression of love and concern for those suffering as taught by Jesus (7x1= 7mks)
- Explain six teachings of Jesus on wealth (6mks)
- 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 as a result of sin/the poor can also enjoy God’s blessings
- Wealth can be an hindrance for one to enter the kingdom of God
- One cannot serve God and wealth
- Wealth cannot satisfy all human needs/cannot answer human quest for salvation
- Those who have wealth should avoid extravagance/luxury
- Earthly wealth/possession is temporary
- Those who have wealth should use it responsibly/wisely. (6x1=6mks
- Give seven reasons why Christians should not involve themselves in gambling (7mks)
- Gambling enables one to get money/wealth without working for it
- In gambling one’s gain leads to another one losses
- It creates bitterness in the one who losses
- The Bible condemns gambling/unfair interests
- 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 family/friends
- It can lead to violence/loss of life
- It can lead to stress/illness
- It shows lack of trust/dependence upon God
- It can lead to poverty, time wasting at the expense of productive work (7x1=7mks)
- Outline Christian View on organ transplant (6mks)
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