instructions To The Candidates
- Answer any FIVE of the given questions
Questions
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- State six Jewish expectation of the messiah? (6mks)
- With reference to the incident when Jesus was dedicated, state what Simeon and Anna said about his life? (7mks)
- Give seven activities which the youth may involve in the church today. (7mks)
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- Outline seven teachings of Jesus from the sermon on the plain on true discipleship. (7mks)
- Narrate the healing of the paralytic man (Luke 5:17-26) (8mks)
- State five ways Christians can assist the physically challenged members of the society (5mks)
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- Describe nine events that took place when Jesus was put on the cross. Luke. 23: 33 – 46. (9mks)
- Give five reasons why Pilate sentenced Jesus to death yet He was innocent. (5mks)
- What is the importance of Jesus death to Christians today?(6mks)
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- With reference to the day of Pentecost, outline Peter’s message to the People. (7mks)
- What seven solutions did St. Paul give on causes of disunity in the Corinthian church? (7mks)
- In what six ways can Christians prevent division in Church in Kenya today (6mks)
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- Outline eight factors a Christian should consider when choosing a leisure activity. (8mks)
- Why is leisure important to an individual? (7mks)
- Explain five Ways drug addicts be assisted to overcome the problem. (5mks)
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- Identify six practices in traditional African societies that promoted law, order and justice? (6mks)
- Give seven reasons for the need of law, order and justice in the society. (7mks)
- Explain the factors which hinder effective maintenance of law and order in the society today (7mks)
Marking Scheme
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- State six Jewish expectation of the messiah?
- Jews expected a political leader who would overthrow the Romans. (6mks)
- Messiah who would rule the world from Jerusalem/receive homage from other nations.
- Messiah would be a descendant of David.
- Messiah would not associate with the poor sinners/gentiles
- Would lead Israel to political and economic growth.
- he would perform miracles and mighty deeds
- Would be born in a royal family.
1x7= (7mks)
- With reference to the incident when Jesus was dedicated, state what Simeon and Anna said about his life? (7mks)
- Jesus would save people
- He would bring glory to Israel
- He would be a light to the gentiles
- He would be a universal savoir
- He would bring judgment to the Israelites
- Many people would oppose his work
- He would reveal secret thoughts of people
- He would be the source of redemption for Jerusalem
- Give seven activities which the youth may involve in the church today. (7x1=7
- Teaching the Sunday school.
- Community workers/ volunteers.
- Bible study/ Read religious literature.
- Preaching / fellowship.
- Clearing the church compound/General
- Having self help projects.
- Organize / attend religious sermons.
- Construction of the church.
- cleaning.
- State six Jewish expectation of the messiah?
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- Outline seven teachings of Jesus from the sermon on the plain on true discipleship. (7mks)
- To love their enemies/do good to those who hate them.
- Bless those who curse them
- Pray for those who mistreat them.
- Not to revenge by striking back.
- to share with the needy
- To be merciful just as the father is merciful.
- Not to judge or condemn others
- Do self criticism before criticizing others
- Forgive and they will be forgiven
- Have unwavering faith/obey Christ’s teaching 1x7=7 mks
- Narrate the healing of the paralytic man (Lk 5:17-26) (8 mks)
- Jesus was teaching in a house, among his audience were scribes and Pharisees.
- Some people brought a paralyzed man on a bed.
- Finding no way to bring him in, they went to the roof and let him down before Jesus.
- When Jesus saw their great faith, he forgave the paralyzed man his sins.
- The Pharisees and the scribes questioned Jesus of his authority to forgive sins and termed it as blasphemy.
- Jesus challenged them on which is easier to forgive sins or say rise and walk.
- Jesus ordered the paralytic man to rise up, take his bed and go home.
- Immediately the man rose, took up the bed and left for home glorifying God.
- All people were amazed and glorified God. 1x8=8mks
- State five Christians can assist the physically challenged members of the society (5 mks)
- Establishing special institutions for them
- Donating equipment, which assists them in their movement.
- Giving them vocational training
- Assisting them in their daily chores
- Accepting them as human beings like themselves
- Helping them to develop their talents e.g. games, music, drama etc.
- Identifying their abilities and giving them employment.
- Encouraging relatives to live with them.
- Giving them financial assistance to start income generating projects 1x5=5
- Outline seven teachings of Jesus from the sermon on the plain on true discipleship. (7mks)
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- Describe 9 events that took place when Jesus was put on the cross. Lk. 23: 33 – 46. (9 marks)
- Two thieves were crucified alongside Jesus.
- They crucified Jesus at the place called the Skull.
- Lots were casts to divide Jesus’ garments.
- People stood by watching.
- Rulers scoffed at him saying “He saved others. Let Him save himself …………”
- Soldiers mocked Him and offered Him vinegar.
- An inscription was put over His head “This is the King of the Jews.”
- One of the criminals teased Him to save Himself.
- The other thief resolved the former confirming that Jesus is Lord and innocent.
- Jesus answered the thief of his entry into Heaven on the same night.
- At the sixth hour there was darkness over the whole land until the ninth hour.
- The suns’ light failed.
- The curtains in the temple tore into two.
- Jesus offered the last loud cry “Father into thy hands I commit my spirit.”
- Having said so he breathed the last. 1x9=9
- Give five reasons why Pilate sentenced Jesus to death yet He was Innocent. (5 marks)
- He was afraid of a Jewish revolt.
- He did not want to be disloyal to the Roman Emperor after learning that Jesus had been accused of treason
- He feared losing his job.
- It was in order so that the prophecies would be fulfilled.
- Pilate was a weak character and an opportunist who acted as the spur of the moment.
1x5=5
- what is the importance of Jesus death to Christians today? (6 mks)
- Through His death Christians are forgiven their sins / reconciles with Him.
- It demonstrates God’s love for human beings.
- Christians have a personal relationship with God.
- It enables Christians to face death with courage.
- Through His death, salvation / eternal life is availed to all people.
- He has become their everlasting high priest interceding for them.
- It strengthens faith of Christians.
- Describe 9 events that took place when Jesus was put on the cross. Lk. 23: 33 – 46. (9 marks)
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- With reference to the day of Pentecost, outline Peter’s message to the People. (7 marks)
- He told the people that the disciples were not drunk
- They were filled by the Holy spirit as fulfillment of God’s prophecy
- That Jesus was the son of God
- God’s power was seen in the miracles, signs and wonders performed by Jesus.
- Jesus had been killed by the Jews because of their wickedness
- God raised Jesus back to life
- Jesus was descendant of David
- That Jesus ascended to heaven and is at the right hand of God.
- Jesus is the Lord/Christ
- He called the people to repent their sins so as to be forgiven
- They were to be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. 1x7=7
- What seven solutions did St. Paul give on causes of disunity in the Corinthian church. (7 marks)
- Distribution of food: On the issue of the Hellenist no pure Jews who complained Peter chose Deacons to be responsible.
- Disputes in the church leadership: Paul taught that personalities work all messengers of God and they too were under Jesus.
- The eating of meal offered to idols: Those who are strong in faith should guard those who are weak. Those who have faith are to eat meal offered to idols because idols are nothing
- The misuse spiritual of gifts – Paul reminded those who boasted of speaking in tongues that all gifts come from God.
- The abuse of the Lords Supper: This was not to be a show off movement as it was meant to bring believers together, to share and partake of the Lord’s Supper.
- Sexual Immorality – Paul condemned this practice and directed that the man involved should be excommunicated.
- Settling disputes in civil courts – Paul urged the church that it was wrong for them to rely on those who did not share in their faith to judge them – they were to take cases before believers who were wise and could act as mediators.
- Dispute over marriage and divorce: Paul would rather people choose to remain celibate like him but if they could not then they’d better marry so as not to burn with passion – He advised that divorce should not take place as this would affect families.
- Disputes over the covering of head during worship: Paul reminded men to keep their hair short and women to be decently dressed.
- Misunderstanding of the resurrection of the body: Paul reaffirmed that the resurrection of bthe body will actually take place. 1x7=7
- In what six ways can Christians prevent division in Church in Kenya today
- Treat each other with love (6mks)
- Avoid discrimination/ segregations/ tribalism in the church.
- Preach / teach the word of God/ Bible truths to believers.
- Assist those in problems/ poor/ the less fortunate/ the needy.
- Practice humility/ avoid arrogance.
- Openly discuss issues affecting the church/ respect the opinions of other people.
- Pray for one another/ problems affecting the church.
- Practice transparent leadership style.
- Give financial reports within acceptable period of time.
- Follow the church doctrines / constitutions / manuals/ elaborate members on church procedures.
- Repent/ ask for forgiveness whenever they are wrong / accept their mistakes.
- Prepare a budget annually / seasonally to ensure that the resources are well utilized.
- Guidance and counseling. 1x6=6
- With reference to the day of Pentecost, outline Peter’s message to the People. (7 marks)
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- Outline eight factors a Christian should consider when choosing a leisure activity. (8 marks)
- It enables one to worship God.
- It allows them to socialize with relative and friends.
- It allows time to relax.
- Allows time to create new energies.
- Allows one to read the Bible for spiritual growth.
- Allows one to pray for others and for oneself.
- Allows one to visit the sick, prisoners, widows, orphans.
- Allows one to improve his God given talents.
- Allows one to improve his knowledge. 1x8=8
- Why is leisure important to an individual? (7mks)
- Helps to relax
- To grow spiritually
- To socialize and make new friends
- To gain fresh energy
- To discover and perfect talents
- To gain knowledge
- To be together within family
- To worship God (1 x 7) = 7 mks
- Explain five Ways drug addicts can be assisted to overcome the problem. (5 marks)
- Making guidance and counseling services available for them.
- Sensitize them on the dangers of drug abuse/ addiction.
- Enhance laws against drug abuse/ enforce laws.
- Expose them to religious activities / positive leisure activities.
- Set good example through avoiding drug clubs e.g. Alcoholic Anonymous / seeks special treatment.
- Encourage them to form peer group counseling club where they share experiences.
- Engage them on productive activities to avoid laziness.
- Show love to drug addicts. 1x5=5
- Outline eight factors a Christian should consider when choosing a leisure activity. (8 marks)
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- Identify 6 practices in TAS that promoted law, order and justice? (6mks)
- Cultural taboos/dos and don’ts in the society
- Kinship ties had rules which governed their relationships
- Oaths – swearing while making agreements.
- Rites of passage e.g. during initiation, the youth were taught laws/secrets of society.
- Practice of rituals in the society promoted good relationships between the living/living dead.
- Communal life i.e. “I am because we are, and since we are therefore Iamb.”
- Inheritance of property was done fairly which brought justice /order.
- Worship of God/veneration of ancestors created orderliness. (1x 6 =6mks)
- Give seven reasons for the need of law, order and justice in the society. (7mks)
- In order to safeguard peoples personal rights.
- To ensure security and protection of the people and their property.
- To promote peace and harmony
- To attract both local and foreign investment in the country
- To promote peaceful relationship between countries.
- To safeguard freedom of the citizens
- To control and check the powers of those in authority
- To enable the gov’t to implement its taxation policies effectively and to use the money collected for the good of the community.
- To enable Christians worship God in peace and freely spread the good news. (7 x 1) = 7
- Explain the factors which hinder effective maintenance of law and order in the (7 marks)
- Increase in the rate of crime especially in urban areas
- Political instability e.g. Post election violence
- Greed for power and wealth
- Political selfishness leading to dictatorship and despotism
- High rate of unemployment leading to idleness / crime
- Corruption especially by custodians of the law e.g. police.
- Hypocrisy i.e. leaders misleading the society
- High level of poverty forcing others into crime
- Unequal distribution of wealth / rich/poor.
1x7=7mks
- Identify 6 practices in TAS that promoted law, order and justice? (6mks)
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