CRE Paper 1 Questions and Answers - Joint Pre-Mock Exams 2021/2022

INSTRUCTIONS:

• There are six questions in this paper.
• Answer any five questions.
• All answers must be in English.

1.  
   1. Explain how the study of Christian religious education in schools promotes international cooperation. (7 marks)
   2. Give six reasons why the Bible had to be compiled into its present form by the early Christians. (6 marks)
   3. State seven factors that discourage Christians from reading the Bible in the church today. (7 marks)
2.  
   1. With reference to Genesis 12:1 – 9 outline seven promises given to Abraham by God at the time of his call."
      (7 marks)
   2. Give seven reasons why God renewed the Covenant with the Israelites during the time of Moses (Exodus 34:1 – 35). (7 marks)
   3. State six attributes of God as shown in the celebration of Jewish Passover. (6 marks)
3.  
   1. Outline seven duties performed by Prophet Samuel in Israel. (7 marks)
   2. Why did the people of Israel demand for an earthly King from Prophet Samuel? (7 marks)
   3. Outline six factors that have affected the true worship of God today. (6 marks)
4.  
   1. Describe the social-economic background of Prophet Amos. (8 marks)
   2. Outline eight reasons why Israel would face God’s judgement according to the teachings of Prophet Amos.
      (8 marks)
   3. State six reasons why Christians repent their sins. (6 marks)
5.  
   1. Give any seven religious challenges that Nehemiah faced in Judah. (7 marks)
   2. Explain four reasons that made Nehemiah to rebuild the wall of Jerusalem. (8 marks)
   3. What five lessons can a Christian learn from Nehemiah’s reforms. (5 marks)
6.  
   1. Explain four factors that contribute to harmony and mutual responsibility in Traditional African Communities.
      (8 marks)
   2. Explain Traditional African view on land. (6 marks)
   3. Outline six ways in which Traditional African communities showed respect to their dead. (6 marks)

MARKING SCHEME

1.  
   1. Explain how the study of Christian Religious Education in schools promotes international corporation. (7 marks)
      
      • Christian Religious Education teaches that God is the sole creator which leads to the appreciation of every person as God creation.
        
      • The study of Christian Religious Education teaches the learners social and moral values like love, peace which enhances co-operation.
        
      • Study of Christian Religious Education fosters tolerance of other people’s religious beliefs without being judgmental.
        
      • Christian Religious teaches learners that universal brotherhood and sisterhood through Christian origin of Adam and Eve.
        
      • It teaches learners value of equality of all people through unity of believes in Christ.
        
      • It brings various religious groups together which forms international organisations hence promoting international cooperation.
        
      • It teaches that all human beings are created in the image and likeness of God hence promoting cooperation as people appreciate and respect each other.
        (any 7x1 = 7 marks)
   2. Give reasons why the Bible had to be compiled into its present forms by the early Christians. (6 marks)
      
      • The eye witnesses of Jesus Christ were being killed.
        
      • The Bible was compiled in order to preserve information from getting lost.
        
      • Due to increased number of believers who needed the Bible to refer to/for reference.
        
      • To counteract false teachings/teachers who were confusing believers/new converts.
        
      • The Bible was compiled to ensure that same doctrine/beliefs were being taught to all Christians/people.
        
      • It was compiled to reach out to the Jews in the diaspora/outside Palestine.
        
      • To preserve an orderly account of Biblical themes/events.
        (Any 6 x 1 = 6 marks)
   3. State seven factors that discourage Christians from reading the Bible in church today. (7 marks)
      
      • The Bible is too voluminous, a factor that discourages some Christians from reading it.
        
      • Poor role models Christians who claim to follow the teachings of the Bible.
        
      • Lack of faith by some Christians in Bible teachings.
        
      • The Bible condemns their sinful behavior hence trying to avoid reading it.
        
      • Illiteracy by some Christians whereby not all who are educated.
        
      • Difficult language used in writing the Bible.
        
      • Lack of interest and laziness by some Christians in reading the Bible.
        
      • Due to delayed prayers/unanswered prayers in one’s life.
        
      • Science and technology has influenced the lives of some Christians drifting them from reading the Bible.
2.  
   1. With reference to Genesis 12: 1-9; outline seven promises given to Abraham by God at the time of his call. (7 marks)
      • Abraham would receive personal blessings.
      • His name would be great.
      • All those who blessed Abraham would be blessed.
      • All those who cursed Abraham would be cursed.
      • Abraham would be a source of blessings for others/nations
      • God would give Abraham and his descendants the land of Canaan.
        (Any 7 points =7marks)
   2. Give seven reasons why God renewed the covenant with the Israelites during the time of Moses.(Genesis 34:1-35). (7 marks)
      • God renewed the covenants with Israelites to show his steadfast love.
      • To show that he will always be there for the Israelites whatever the circumstances.
      • Also God wanted to show that He is faithful/keeps his promises.
      • To show he is a true, powerful and superior to other gods.
      • To show that he has forgiven the Israelites.
      • To remind the Israelites of what was expected from them as a covenant people.
      • To continue with the plan he had begun with Abraham.
        ( Any 7 points =7marks)
   3. State six attributes of God as shown in the Jewish Passover. (6 marks)
      • God is merciful; angel of death spared houses of Israelites and striking the houses of the Egyptians.
      • God is faithful to his promises/covenant; the angel of death passed over the houses of Israelites with an aim of protecting them.
      • God is omniscient/ all knowing; God guided the angel of death to houses of the Egyptians to punish them and not Israelites.
      • God saves/rescues those he loves; Israelites were the covenant people hence God protected them.
      • God punishes the disobedient/stubborn; the Egyptians through Pharaoh had become stubborn.
      • God answers/ respond to prayers.
      • God is worthy of worship; Idolatry is highly condemned.
        (Any six points 6 marks)
3.  
   1. Outline seven duties performed by prophet Samuel in Israel . (7 marks)
      • Prophet anointed the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David.
      • Prophet Samuel judged the people and settled disputes.
      • Prophet Samuel foretold what would have happened to the Israelites.
      • Prophet Samuel reminded the people the ways of God.
      • Prophet Samuel acted as a mediator between God and the people.
      • He condemned social injustices/ evils among the people of Israel.
      • Prophet Samuel condemned idolatry and promoted monotheism.
      • Prophet Samuel offered sacrifices to God on behalf of the people.
        (Any 7 x1=7 marks)
   2. why did the people of Israel demand for an earhly king from Prophet Samuel? 7 marks
      The Israelites demanded for an earthly king because;
      • The sons of Samuel had failed as leaders because they were corrupt and unjust.
      • They wanted to be equal to other neighboring nations that were ruled by kings.
      • They wanted an earthly king whom they could approach/see.
      • They wanted a political government with a strong military force governed by secular laws
      • They had forgotten that Yahweh was their unseen ruler as a covenant people.
      • Samuel had become too old and they feared a leadership vacuum at the death of Samuel.
      • People of Israel wanted a King who would lead them to war against their enemies.
      • They wanted an earthly leader who was authoritative to be recognized by other nations.
      • They wanted a visible leader whom they could see and approach.
        ( Any 7x1= 7 marks)
   3. Factors that has affected the true worship of God today. 6 marks
      Factors that affected true worship of God today include;
      • Indulging / engagement of devil worship.
      • The practice of witchcraft, sorcery, magic and divination.
      • Career and employment that seem to have consumed so much time for Christians.
      • The rampant love for money and selfishness/greed for money/richness.
      • Greed for power and authority.
      • Poverty that may lead people fail to access the bible or even deter evangelists from reaching out to people.
      • Ignorance and illiteracy of the word of God.
      • Lack of religious and moral teachings mainly caused by religious leaders who are only for self-gain business in church.
      • Technology and science that has hindered Christians from worshipping God.
      • Political interference and instability that has caused hindrance.
      • Negative peer influence among the Christians.
      • Influence of western culture.
      • Delayed/ unanswered prayers/trial that have made Christians give up on salvation.
        ( Any 6x1= 6 marks)
4.  
   1. Social economic background of prophet Amos. (6 marks
      • It was a period of economic prosperity.
      • The gap between the rich and poor was great.
      • The rich lived in luxury while the poor in poverty and misery.
      • Wealth and power was in the hands of the king, his family, officials and wealthy land owners.
      • The rich land owners obtained more land from peasant farmers through legal exploitation.
      • Wealth was concentrated in cities and towns where the rich merchants exploited the poor.
      • There was moral decay.
      • There was massive bribery and corruption in the society.
        (Any 6x1= 6 marks)
   2. Outline seven reasons why Israel would face god’s judgment according to the teachings of prophet Amos.
      ( 8 marks)
      • They enslaved those from poor backgrounds.
      • They practiced bribery in law courts.
      • Sexual immorality was rampant.
      • High interest charges were being levied on loans borrowed by poor people.
      • Land grabbing was widespread.
      • They worshipped idols and practiced hypocrisy.
      • Rejection of Gods prophets
      • Trusting in foreign alliances/gods instead of God.
      • Use of dishonest means to acquire wealth.
      • Practice of magic/divination
      • Religious syncretism.
        ( Any 8x1= 8marks)
   3. State six reasons why Christians repent their sins. (6 marks)
      • It is a way of showing obedience to teachings of Christ.
      • So as to lead holy lives
      • In order to be a good example to others.
      • To be able to prepare for the kingdom of God.
      • For their faith to be strengthened
      • In order to receive God’s blessings.
      • To renew the relationship with God. (Any 6x1= 6 marks)
5.  
   1. Give any seven religious challenges that Nehemiah faced in Judah. (7 marks)
      • Temple had been neglected by worshipers.
      • Worshippers were not giving tithe/offering
      • Sabbath law had been broken
      • Jews intermarried with foreigners staying in the temple of Jerusalem
      • Jews exploited fellow Jews against the covenant law.
      • Ridicule and discouragement from the Samaritans e.g. Tobias
      • Priests neglected their duties
      • Opposition from enemies e.g. Samaritans.
      • Famine and starvation in the land due to famine. Nobles broke the covenant of brethren and brotherhood.
      • Corruption of the rich through land grabbing (exploitation)
        (Any 7 x 1 = 7 marks)
   2. Explain four reasons that made Nehemiah to rebuild the wall of Jerusalem. (8 marks)
      • To make Jerusalem capital city secure again.
      • To restore the glory and pride of Jerusalem as a city of God.
      • Give Jews the ownership of the temple and city that had religious significance.
      • To keep strangers away and make it enclosed.
      • To spare the Jews shame and ridicule from Samaritans and foreigners.
        (Any 4 x 2)
   3. What five lessons can a Christian learn from Nehemiah’s final reforms. (5 marks)
      • Places of worship should be respected and kept holy.
      • Christians learn that faith in God is very important.
      • They learn to condemn evils and stand for the truth.
      • Christians learn to be patriotic to the nation and state.
      • They learn to be faithful always.
        (Any 5x1 = 5 marks)
6.  
   1. Explain four factors that contributed to harmony and mutual responsibility in traditional African communities (8marks)
      • Political ties/ organizations, this ensures peaceful coexistence among members of community as power is shared among clan elders/leaders.
      • Division of labor, this is where work is shared according to a person, age gender and status and this discourages laziness/ promote hard work.
      • Communal worship, this where all members of the community come together for prayers and offer sacrifices.
      • Rites of passages these are ceremonies performed by community that enhances mutual understanding and readiness to take responsibilities.
      • Sharing this is where people discuss issues of important/affect the community whereby each person does the right thing.
      • Leisure activities during this time people come together to sing, dance and entertain themselves.
      • Communal work, this involves activities such as digging, weeding, harvesting, constructing houses and painting which enhances mutual harmony and community cooperation.
        (any4x2 =8 marks)
   2. Explain the traditional Africa concept on land. (6 marks)
      • Among the African family land was ancestral/ men were the only ones who inherited land as the head of the family.
      • Land was highly valued for growing crops for the people and grazing of animals.
      • African communities believed that God gave them land for the benefits of all family members.
      • Land was a communal property where each member was entitled to make use of it.
      • Each family was given a small allocation of the land for cultivation and family purposes.
      • Land was important because of the vegetation that grow on the land was used as a source of medicine.
      • There was specific ownership of the land by a given community in a distinct geographical regions to avoid conflict.
      • Some communities believed that the spirit of their ancestors dwelt on their land.
        Any 6x 1 =6 markS
   3. Outline six ways in which traditional African communities showed respect to the dead. ( 6marks)
      • Traditional African showed respect to the dead by burying them with some of their objects.
      • African people buried their dead in accordance to their will, where they wanted to be buried.
      • They cleaned/ washed their bodies before burying them.
      • The Africans took care of their grave yards/ farming/ cleaning around / planting flowers
      • They name their children after them.
      • They kept/ preserved some of valuables/ objects left behind by their dead.
      • Some African communities conduct anniversaries for their dead members.
        (Any 6 x 1 = 6 marks)