CRE Paper 2 Questions and Answers - Form 4 Term 1 Opener Exams 2021

CRE
PAPER 2
FORM 4 TERM 1 OPENER EXAMS
TIME: 2½ HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

• Answer any FIVE questions
• Answer all questions in English

1.    
   1. Outline Jeremiah's Prophecy about the Messiah in reference to (Jeremiah 23: 5-6) (5mks)
   2. Describe the events that took place after the birth of John the Baptist in (Lk.1:57-67) (8mks)
   3. Identify six ways in which Christians play the role of John the Baptist today (7mks)
2.       
   1. Describe the call of the first disciples in (Luke 5: 1-11) (8mks)
   2. Outline Jesus’ teachings on the qualities of a true disciple. (7mks)
   3. What are the ways in which church leaders communicate God's message to the people today?(5mks)
3.     
   1. Narrate the events that took place during the transfiguration of Jesus (7mks)
   2. Discuss the main components of the Lord's Prayer. (8mks)
   3. Give reasons why Christians pray. (5mks)
4.      
   1. Narrate the parable of the friend at midnight (Lk. 11:5-13) (5mks
   2. Explain reasons why Jesus used parables. (7mks)
   3. List down the methods the church is using to spread the Gospel. (8mks)
5.      
   1. Relate Peter’s message on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2:1-40 (7mks)
   2. Outline seven characteristics of the fruit of the Holy Spirit. (7mks)
   3. Identify activities of the church that demonstrate that the Holy Spirit is at work among Christians (6mks)
6.      
   1. Explain how the unity of believers is expressed in the concept of the bride (7mks)
   2. Discuss the causes of disunity in the early church (7mks)
   3. Outline the contribution of women in the church in Kenya today. (6mks)

MARKING SCHEME

1.    
   1. Outline Jeremiah's Prophecy about the Messiah in reference to (Jeremiah 23: 5-6) (5mks)
      • He would be an heir to the throne
      • He would rule Judah and Israel
      • He would rule wisely and execute justice of the Lord
      • He would protect Judah from her enemies
      • He would bring peace among the people of Israel and make them dwell securely in their land
      • He would be referred to as 'The Lord is our righteousness' 6×1=6mks
        
        
   2. Describe the events that took place after the birth of John the Baptist in (Lk.1:57-67) (8mks)
      • Elizabeth's kinsmen and neighbors came to rejoice with her
      • The baby was circumcised on the 8th day
      • There was an argument about the name to be given to the baby
      • Elizabeth gave the name of the baby as John
      • They made signs to Zechariah enquiring what the baby's name would be
      • Zechariah asked for a writing tablet and wrote the name of the baby as John.The people marveled
      • Zechariah began to talk again
      • The people spread the news about the birth of John throughout Judea
      • The people testified that the hand of God was with the child
      • Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and praised God 8×1=8mks
        
        
   3. Identify six ways in which Christians play the role of John the Baptist today (7mks)
      • They call people to repentance
      • They baptize new converts
      • They condemn the evils of their day
      • They remind people to prepare for the second coming of Christ
      • They advice political leaders
      • They announce the coming of divine judgement
      • They give moral advice on sharing and honesty
      • They preach Christ as the promised Messiah ( 7×1= 7mks)
2.       
   1. Describe the call of the first disciples in (Luke 5: 1-11) (8mks)
      • Jesus was at the shores of lake Gennesaret.
      • A multitude of people were pushing to hear the word of God
      • He saw two boats by the lake but the fishermen had gone to wash their nets
      • Jesus got into one boat belonging to Peter and told him to pull it out of the shore
      • Jesus sat on the boat and taught the people
      • After finishing his teaching, Jesus asked Simon and his companions to pull the boats deeper into the lake and cast their nets
      • Peter answered, " Master we toiled all nigh and took nothing! But at your word I will let down the nets"
      • They harvested a great number of fish that their nets almost broke
      • They called for help from their partners
      • The two boats were filled with fish and almost sunk
      • All those present were astonished at this miraculous act
      • Peter recognized Jesus as Lord and fell down on the feet of Jesus
      • He confessed he was sinful and asked Jesus to depart from him
      • Jesus told him not to be afraid for he would be catching men henceforth
      • Simon Peter, Andrew, James and John left everything and followed Jesus
        
        
   2. Outline Jesus’ teachings on the qualities of a true disciple. (7mks)
      • Perseverance in the face of opposition.
      • Unwavering faith in Jesus
      • Love for enemies
      • Obedience to Jesus’ teachings
      • Generosity – those who have share with those without
      • Self-criticism before judging others.
      • Be merciful to others
      • Fairness in passing judgement to others. (7 x 1 = 7mks)
        
        
   3. What are the ways in which church leaders communicate God's message to the people today?(5mks)
      • Through giving prophecies
      • Through sermons
      • By giving testimonies
      • Through songs/ poems
      • Through performing miracles
      • By reading the Bible
      • By writing Christian Literature ( 5 x 1 = 5mks)
        
        
3.     
   1. Narrate the events that took place during the transfiguration of Jesus (7mks)
      • Jesus took three of his disciples, John, Peter and James up to the mountain to pray.
      • While he was praying the appearance of Jesus' face and clothes changed and became dazzling.
      • Moses and Elijah appeared in glory and they talked with Jesus
      • Peter and his companions were very sleepy but later became fully awake and saw the glory of Jesus and the two who were standing with him
      • Peter requested that they make three booths one for Jesus, one for Elijah and another for Moses
      • A cloud appeared and enveloped them and they were afraid
      • A voice came from the cloud saying that Jesus was God's son that has been chosen and that they should listen to him
      • The disciples kept this to themselves and did not tell anyone what they had seen
        
        
   2. Discuss the main components of the Lord's Prayer. (8mks)
      • Our Father- God is our heavenly Father the one on whom Christians depend on
      • Hallowed be thy name- God's name is Holy and should be revered and respected
      • Thy kingdom come- Praying for God's rule and presence to be established in the hearts of men
      • Give us each day our daily bread- Trusting God to provide for our individual needs
      • Forgive us our sins as we forgive everyone who is indebted to us- God's forgiveness to us is conditional and is dependent on our readiness to forgive others who have wronged us
      • Lead us not to temptation- asking God to protect and prevent us from falling into any tests that would lead us into sin. 4×2= 8mks
        
        
   3. Give reasons why Christians pray. (5mks)
      • As a way of adoring and worshipping God
      • To thank God for the favors received
      • To petition or to make their requests known
      • To ask for protection against evil and against temptations
      • To ask for forgiveness of sins committed
      • To intercede for others who need help from God
      • To express their faith in God
      • Communal prayers bring believers together
      • To be able to listen to God and to seek His will
        
        
4.      
   1. Narrate the parable of the friend at midnight (Lk. 11:5-13) (5mks)
      • Jesus said to His disciples after teaching them how to pray
      • He asked them who has a friend and will go to him at midnight.
      • He will ask him to give him three loaves for he has a friend who has arrived from a Journey and has nothing to offer him.
      • The friend will ask him not to bother him for the door is shut, his children are Asleep and he cannot get up to give him anything.
      • The friend will not get up to give him anything because he’s his friend.
      • The friend will rise and give him what he needs because of his impurity.
        
        
   2. Explain reasons why Jesus used parables. (7mks)
      • They enriched his method of teaching.
      • Parables were interesting
      • Parables were easy to remember.
      • Parables made it easier for the people to understand the complicated theme of the unseen Kingdom.
      • To attract his listeners.
      • It was a common teaching method at that time.
      • To avoid direct confrontations with the Pharisees.
      • To isolate serious and keen listeners from the rest of the group.
      • To keep his identity a secret.
      • He was a gifted teacher. ( 7x 1 = 7mks)
        
        
   3. List down the methods the church is using to spread the Gospel. (8mks)
      • Preaching /Evangelism
      • Teaching/Bible study
      • Role modelling
      • Crusades
      • Seminars/conferences
      • Electronic media
      • Print media
      • Role play/demonstration
      • Communal prayers
      • Observation of Religious festivals (8 x 1 = 8mks)
        
        
5.      
   1. Relate Peter’s message on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2:1-40 (7mks)
      • After outpouring of the Holy Spirit, the disciples started speaking in tongues.
      • They were accused of being drunk.
      • Peter courageously defended them by saying
      • The disciples were not drunk
      • The outpouring of the Holy Spirit was a fulfilment of Joel’s prophecy
      • The Holy Spirit was a gift from Jesus to everyone as a fulfilment of what He had Promised His disciples.
      • Jesus of Nazareth was the son of God.
      • Jesus’ suffering and death was according to God’s plan.
      • The death and resurrection of Jesus fulfils the prophecy of David.
      • Jesus had been exalted into Heaven and sits on the right hand of God where He has been made Lord and Judge.
      • The apostles are living witnesses to the resurrection of Jesus. ( 7 x 1 =7mks)
        
        
   2. Outline seven characteristics of the fruit of the Holy Spirit. (7mks)
      • Love
      • Joy
      • Peace
      • Gentleness
      • Patience
      • Kindness
      • Goodness
      • Faithfulness
      • Self – control ( 7 x 1 = 7mks)
        
        
   3. Identify activities of the church that demonstrate that the Holy Spirit is at work among Christians (6mks)
      • Praying at individual or congregation level.
      • Faith healing/healing the sick
      • Speaking in tongues
      • Decision making in church/solving issues and problems in the church
      • Preaching/teaching
      • Holding fellowship meetings/Bible study/Bible reading.
      • Giving offertory/alms
      • Celebrating of sacraments/Lord’s supper
      • Pastoral care
      • Bringing new converts to church
      • Ecumenism/co-operating
      • Confession of sins/reconciliation. ( 6 x 1 = 6mks)
        
        
6.      
   1. Explain how the unity of believers is expressed in the concept of the bride (7mks)
      • In the O.T, Israel was considered as the bride of God.
      • In the N.T., Christians are the ‘Bride’ or the ‘New Jerusalem’ married to Christ.
      • Christ is the divine bridegroom who seeks His bride.
      • Christians love and enter into a covenant relationship with Him.
      • Their marriage will be a life long reunion where there will be no suffering or death.
      • They will live in peace and happiness forever.
      • Christians should prepare themselves to receive Christ who will return for His bride, the church.
      • During the final establishment of the Kingdom, God will take all believers, the bride to the new home. (7 x 1 = 7mks)
        
        
   2. Discuss the causes of disunity in the early church (7mks)
      • Dispute over leadership
      • Meat offered to idols
      • Misuse of spiritual gifts
      • Abuse of Lord’s supper
      • Misunderstanding of resurrection of the body
      • Dispute over the covering of the head with veil during worship
      • Sexual immoralities
      • Settling disputes in pagan courts
      • Hellenist widow complained of discrimination. (7 x 1 = 7mks)
        
        
   3. Outline the contribution of women in the church in Kenya today. (6mks)
      • They engage in preaching the Gospel
      • They clean/ decorate the church
      • They take care of children in the church
      • They contribute money, clothes, food to the less fortunate
      • They prepare meals for church leaders/ visitors and prepare the Holy Communion
      • They act as ushers in church
      • They sing in church choir
      • They run income generating projects in church
      • They organize seminars and workshops in church
      • They are leaders/ participate in choosing new leaders
      • They give tithes and offerings
      • They pray for the church. 6×1=6mkS