CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Paper 2 December 2021–TIME 21/2 Hours
Instructions to candidates
- This paper consists of six questions.
- Answer any five questions
Questions
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- Outline Micah’s prophecy concerning the Messiah (Micah 5:2-7). (7 marks)
- Describe the activities that took place during the dedication of Jesus in the Temple. (Luke 2:22-40) (7 marks)
- What lessons do Christians learn from the incident when Jesus was left behind by his parents in the Temple? (6 marks)
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- Narrate Jesus’ baptism in Luke 3:21-22. (6 marks)
- Outline seven teachings of John the Baptist. (7 marks)
- Why is it difficult for Christians to apply the teachings of John the Baptist in their lives today? (7 marks)
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- Outline six events that took place before the arrest of Jesus. (6 marks)
- Explain four reasons why Jesus used bread and wine during the last supper. (8 marks)
- Show the importance of celebrating the Holy Communion in the church today. (6 marks)
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- State six teachings of Saint Paul on the proper use of the gifts of the Holy Spirit in the church. (6 marks)
- Explain the unity of believers as explained in the concept of the church. (Ephesians 5:21-32). (8 marks)
- Identify six factors that hinder effective corporation among Christians in Kenya today. (6 marks)
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- Identify similarities between the Traditional African and Christian view on human sexuality (6 marks)
- Mention seven factors that have led to increase in intermarriage among communities in Kenya today. (7 marks)
- State seven challenges that children from single parent families face in Kenya today. (7 marks)
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- How has science and technology improved human life today? (7 marks)
- Give six reasons why Christians are opposed to euthanasia. (6 marks)
- What is the place of Christians in curbing Covid-19 in Kenya today? (7 marks)
Marking Scheme
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- Outline Micah’s prophecy concerning the Messiah (Micah 5:2-7). (7 marks)
- The Messiah will be born in Bethlehem
- He will rule over Israel
- His origin is from the old/ancient days.
- He will be born of a woman.
- He will feed his flock.
- He will rule in the majesty/power of God.
- In his time, Israel will be secure.
- He shall be great to the ends of the earth.
- Israel will have victory over her enemy/ there will be peace in Israel. Any 7x1=7marks
- Describe the activities that took place during the dedication of Jesus in the Temple (Luke 2:22-40) (7 marks)
- Jesus was taken to Jerusalem to be presented to the Lord by his parents.
- Simeon took Jesus up in his arms/blessed the Lord.
- Simeon said that he was ready to die since he had seen God’s salvation/a light for revelation to the Gentiles/the glory to the Israelites.
- Simeon blessed the parents of Jesus.
- Simeon told Mary, Jesus’ Mother that the child was set for the fall and rising of many in Israel.
- Jesus’ parents marveled at what Simeon said about Jesus.
- Anna gave thanks/prayed/spoke of Jesus to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.
- The parents of Jesus performed everything according to the law of the Lord/offered a pair of turtle doves/pigeons.
- Parents of Jesus returned home.
Any 7 x 1 = 7 marks
- What lessons do Christians learn from the incident when Jesus was left behind by his parents in the Temple? (6 marks)
- Christians learn to involve their children in prayer/worship of God.
- Christians learn to involve their children in day to day affairs.
- Christians learn that parents have to be concerned of where their children are.
- Christians understand that children should be taught the world of God/the Bible.
- Christians learn to ensure there is communication among family members/ inform one another of their whereabouts.
- Christians learn that children should obey their parents.
- Christians learn that parents need to love their children.
- Christians learn to accommodate the view of the youth.
- Christians learn that Jesus is the son of God/Jesus was in his Father’s house.
- Christians learn to exercise tolerance/forgiveness.
- Christians learn to give God first priority as Jesus did.
Any 6 x 1 =6 marks
- Outline Micah’s prophecy concerning the Messiah (Micah 5:2-7). (7 marks)
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- Narrate Jesus’ baptism in Luke 3:21-22. (6 marks)
- All the people had been baptized.
- Jesus was also baptized.
- Jesus then started praying.
- The heavens opened.
- The Holy Spirit descended upon Jesus in a bodily form as a dove.
- Then a voice came from heaven.
- Then it said, ‘thou art my beloved son with thee am well pleased.’ Any 6X1=6 marks
- Outline seven teachings of John the Baptist. (7 marks)
- John taught the people on baptism of repentance.
- John told people to be faithful/ obedient to God.
- John warned people of God’s impending punishment.
- John encouraged the rich to share with the needy.
- John told the tax collectors not to steal/be honest.
- John told the soldiers to be contented with their wages/stop greed.
- John told the soldiers to stop robbing/accusing people falsely/should be truthful.
- John said that the messiah who was to come after him was mightier/He was unworthy to untie his sandals.
- The Messiah would baptize the people with fire and the Holy Spirit.
- The Messiah would separate the good from the evil/the evil would be punished.
- John condemned Herod for his adulterous life/marrying his brother’s wife. First 7x1=7 marks
- Why is it difficult for Christians to apply the teachings of John the Baptist in their lives today? (7 marks)
- Christians lack faith in God’s word.
- Clinging to the past/inability to abandon the old/previous life style.
- Negative attitude by the rich towards the needy/poor.
- The influence of the mass media/moral decadence in society.
- Some Christians lack what to share with others/poverty.
- There is rampant corruption in the society/permissiveness in the society.
- The emergence of cult leaders/false prophets in the society.
- Lack of good role models.
- Some Christians lead hypocritical lives.
- Peer pressure to involve in wrong deeds.
- Ignorance of john the Baptist’s teachings.
- Some Christians think the message was not meant for them.
Any 7x1=7 marks
- Narrate Jesus’ baptism in Luke 3:21-22. (6 marks)
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- Outline six events that took place before the arrest of Jesus. (6 marks)
- Jesus told the disciples to pray
- Jesus moved a distance away from the disciples
- Jesus knelt down and prayed
- An angel from heave strengthened him
- The disciples fell asleep
- Jesus awoke the disciples
- There came a crowd led by Judas one of his twelve disciples
- Judas wanted to kiss Jesus
- One of the disciples struck off a slave’s ear
- Jesus healed the man’s ear
- Jesus asked the religious leaders why they had come to arrest him as if he was a criminal
First 6 x 1 = 6 marks
- Explain four reasons why Jesus used bread and wine during the last supper. (8marks)
- Jesus used bread because it was a common meal for the Jews.
- He used bread because unleavened bread was used during the Jewish celebration of the Passover.
- He used wine because it was a common drink for the Jews.
- Jesus explained that the bread represented his body which would be broken for forgiveness of sin.
- He used wine to represent his blood that was to be shed for the sealing of the new covenant.
- He used the bread to demonstrate that he is the bread of life/the lamb of sacrifice.
- Jesus shared bread and wine as a sign of fellowship/unity/a preparation for the messianic banquet.
- Jesus used the bread and wine to initiate the new covenant/ to demonstrate how the disciples would practice the ritual.First 4x2=8 marks
- Show the importance of celebrating the Holy Communion in the church today. (6 marks)
- Christians celebrate the Holy Communion to remember the death and resurrection of Jesus.
- Celebrating the Holy Communion is a foretaste of messianic banquet.
- Through the celebration Christians are able to experience the Holy Spirit/the presence of the Holy trinity.
- Christians celebrate the Holy Communion in anticipation of the second coming of Christ.
- Christians are able to renew their faith in God.
- It encourages the spirit of sharing/demonstrates love.
- It gives Christians an opportunity to thank God for salvation. )
- lt give Christians an opportunity to ask for forgiveness from God/ repent.
- The Holy Communion unites Christians in the church/to fellowship together.
- The celebration of the Holy Communion demonstrates obedience to the command of Jesus. Any 6x1=6 marks
- Outline six events that took place before the arrest of Jesus. (6 marks)
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- State six teachings of Saint Paul on the proper use of the gifts of the Holy Spirit in the church. (6 marks)
- The gifts of the Holy Spirit should be used for the common good of all.
- They should be used to strengthen/encourage/comfort members.
- They should be used to bring unity/not to discriminate/not to divide members.
- There is need to respect/appreciate all the gifts.
- The gifts of the Holy Spirit should be used in love.
- The gift of speaking in tongues should be minimized in public worship.
- There is need to have interpretation of tongues for them to be meaningful/helpful.
- The gifts should be used in an orderly manner/should not be used to bring confusion in the church.
- Prophecies should be carefully evaluated.
First 6x1=6 marks
- Explain the unity of believers as explained in the concept of the church. (Ephesians 5:21-32). (8 marks)
- Paul used the symbol of marriage to show the unity of believers/The church is likened to a relationship between the husband and wife.
- The church/Christians are united to Christ just as a husband is united to his wife.
- Christ loves the church/Christians just as the husband loves the wife.
- The church has to submit to Christ just as the wife submits to her husband.
- Christ is the head of the church just as the husband is the head of the family/wife.
- Just as a husband loves his own body/nourishes it, so Christ loves the church/nourishes it.
Any 4x2=8 marks
- Identify six factors that hinder effective corporation among Christians in Kenya today. (6 marks)
- Greed for power/leadership wrangles.
- Competition to win more converts/members.
- Materialism/desire to have more.
- Discrimination based on gender/tribe/education/race/social status/disability.
- Political interference.
- Different interpretation of the Bible/doctrinal/denominational differences.
- Emergence of cults/idol worship.
- Lack of equity in resources/funds.
- Poor infrastructure/poor transport/communication facilities.
- Language barrier.
- Inadequate funds.
First 6x1=6 marks
- State six teachings of Saint Paul on the proper use of the gifts of the Holy Spirit in the church. (6 marks)
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- Identify similarities between the Traditional African and Christian view on human sexuality. (6 marks)
- In both sexuality is a gift from God
- In both human sexuality is sacred/holy
- In both the gift of sex should be enjoyed in marriage
- In both the gift of sex is for procreation
- Inn both there are rules/regulations regarding the use of the gift of sex
- In both elders/parents are to guide/teach the youth regarding their sexuality.
- In both all forms of irresponsible sexual behaviors are condemned. Any 6x1=6 marks
- Mention seven factors that have led to increase in intermarriage among communities in Kenya today. (7 marks)
- Employment.
- Education.
- Christianity.
- Migration.
- Urbanization.
- Language.
- Modern means of transport.
- Modern means of communication.
- Sports/games.
- Modern trade.
First 7x1=7marks
- State seven challenges that children from single parent families face in Kenya today. (7 marks)
- They face an identity crisis/they do not know where they belong.
- They experience social stigma.
- They miss the love/guidance of one parent.
- They may have psychological problems.
- They may be denied inheritance of family wealth/discriminated against.
- They may face rejection/not accepted in society.
- They may lack adequate basic needs.
First 7x1=7 marks
- Identify similarities between the Traditional African and Christian view on human sexuality. (6 marks)
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- How has science and technology improved human life today? (7 marks)
- Modern means of transport enables human beings to travel faster.
- Use of electronic/print media: human beings are able to access/pass information to large audience.
- Use of industrial machines enables work to be done faster/efficiency.
- Use of fertilizers/agricultural machinery has led to increased productivity/yields/ preservation of food.
- Use of medicine/medical equipment has prolonged human life/reduces suffering.
- Use of equipment related to weather forecast assist human beings in understanding their environment.
- New sources of energy have enhanced human life.
Any 7x1=7 marks
- Give six reasons why Christians are opposed to euthanasia. (6 marks)
- God is the only one who gives life and thus should be the one to take it away.
- Euthanasia equals to murder which is biblically condemned/thou shall not kill.
- It destroys God's image in human beings.
- Human judgment is limited and therefore cannot make correct decision on termination the life of others.
- Medical ethics only allows a doctor to sustain life and not to take it away. vi. It is against Jesus mission on earth to heal the sick.
- Suffering is part of a Christian's life from the teachings of Jesus and therefore it cannot be used to justify euthanasia;
- The works of mercy involve saving life/not destroying it.
- It is a constitutional right to uphold human life.
First 6xl=6marks
- What is the place of Christians in curbing Covid-19 in Kenya today? (7 marks)
- Keeping distance.
- Undergoing vaccination.
- Frequent hand washing.
- Wearing of face masks.
- Avoiding overcrowding/gatherings.
- Seeking medical attention in suspicion of the attack.
- Quarantine/Isolating when affected.
Any 7xl=7 marks
- How has science and technology improved human life today? (7 marks)
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