INSTRUCTION
- Answer any five questions in the booklet/writing sheets provided.
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- Outline the prophecies of prophet Jeremiah concerning the Messiah. (7 mks)
- Describe the activities that took place during the dedication of Jesus in the temple Lk 2:22-40 (8 mks)
- Outline the relevance about Jesus by Simeon and Anna when he was presented in the temple. (5 mks)
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- Describe the incident when Jesus was rejected at Nazareth Lk 4: 16 – 30 ( 7 mks)
- Explain four reasons why Jesus faced opposition from the Pharisees in Galilee (8 mks)
- Give five ways in which church leaders can respond to those who oppose them in their work. (5 mks)
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- Narrate the testimony of the holy women regarding the resurrected Jesus Christ (Lk 24:1-10) (7 mks)
- Give six reasons why Jesus disciples responded to the news of his resurrection with fear and disbelief. (6 mks)
- Give seven reasons why violence against women is rampant in Kenya today. (7 mks)
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- Give five ways in which Christians discern the gifts of the holy spirit. (5 mks)
- What were the teachings of Jesus on the role of the holy spirit (8 mks)
- State seven ways in which the church promotes the unity of believers. (7 mks)
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- What are the features of a Traditional Africa family. (7 mks)
- Explain four reason why Christian families find it difficult to live in harmony. (5 mks)
- Outline the advantages of a prayer in a Christian family. (5 mks)
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- Explain the biblical teaching on law. (8 mks)
- Outline the duties of citizens in Kenya. (7mks)
- In what way is the church helping reduce tribalism in Kenya today. (5 mks)
MARKING SCHEME
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- Outline the prophecies of prophet Jeremiah concerning the Messiah.
- Be an heir to David’s throne
- Rule wisely – he will be a descendant of David
- Do what is right and just
- Ensure Judah is save from all her enemies
- Ensure Isreal live in peace
- Be called the lord of our salvation (1 x 7 mks)
- Describe the activities that took place during the dedication of Jesus in the temple Lk 2:22-40 (8 mks)
- Jesus was taken to Jerusalem to be represented to the Lord by his parents
- Simeon took Jesus up in arms/blessed the Lord.
- Simeon said that he was ready to die he had seen God’s salvation/a light for revelation to the gentles/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.
- 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.
- Outline the relevance about Jesus by Simeon and Anna when he was presented in the temple.
- Jesus was the chosen one
- Jesus will be a light to the Gentiles
- Jesus will bring glory to God in his ministry
- Jesus will bring redemption to Jerusalem
- Jesus will save mankind from sin
- Jesus will be crucified
- Jesus will face opposition in his ministry. (1 x 5 = mks)
- Outline the prophecies of prophet Jeremiah concerning the Messiah.
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- A description of the incident when Jesus was rejected at Nazareth Lk 4: 16 – 30
- Jesus came to Nazareth where he was brought up
- He went to the synagogue as he usually did on the Sabbath day.
- He was give the book of prophet Isaiah where he stood up to read.
- He read the book and the place that was written about him and read it to the people.
- After reading, he closed the book gave it to the attendant and sat down.
- Everybody in the synagogue look at him
- He told them that the scripture he had read was fulfilled in their hearing
- All people were happy with what he had spoken
- People wondered allowed saying is this not Joseph’s son?
- Jesus told them that they could ask him to do in his own country things he had done in Capernaum he told them that a Prophet is not accepted in his own country.
- He told them that there were many widows in Israel during the time of Elijah but God sent the prophet to a widow in Zerephath/ God only healed Naaman the Syrian of leprosy during the time of prophet Elijah.(1 x 7 = 7 mks)
- Reasons why Jesus faced opposition from the Pharisees in Galilee
- Jesus touched a man with Leprosy which was against the Jewish law
- He forgave sins which the pharases knew only God could do. Healed the paralyed man
- He mixed/ ate with the tax collectors who were known to be sinners
- Jesus made it clear to them that he had not come to call the righteous but sinners to repentance.
- The disciples did not fast like those of John the Baptistwhich annoyed the pharises
- He challenged them to more from the old traditional order to the new one which he had brought
- The disciples of Jesus plucked and ate grains on the Sabbath day which was unlawful/ he healed a man with a withered hand on the Sabbath day.
(4 x 2 = 8 mks)
- Ways in which church leaders can respond to those who oppose them in their work.
- Find out the causes/ reasons for the opposition.
- The church leader should pray for/ with them.
- Explain to them the gospel truth in humble manner/ guide and counsel them
- Seek reconciliation through a third party/ another person.
- Involve them in decision marking/ church activities
- Recognise their efforts in supporting the church matter
- Visit them in their homes/ fellowship with them/ preaching
- Assist them when in problems financing/ material support
- Send them messages of encouragement
- Change your approach to issues/reform where necessary
(1 x 5 = 5 mks)
- A description of the incident when Jesus was rejected at Nazareth Lk 4: 16 – 30
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- Testimony of the holy women regarding the resurrected Jesus Christ (Lk 24:1-10)
- The holy women notably Mary Magdalene, Joanna and Mary the mother of James went to the tomb in the morning of Sunday carrying spices to prepare Jesus’ body.
- They found the stone rolled a way from the entrance to the tomb
- The went in but they did not find the body of the lord Jesus
- They stood there puzzled about this
- Suddenly two angels appeared to them
- Full of fear the women bowed down to the ground
- The angels asked them why they were looking for the living among the death.
- They were told Jesus was there but had risen as he had told them he will do on the third day upon his crucifixion death and burial while in Galilee.
- The women went and told all these things to the eleven disciples of Jesus.
(1 x 7 = 7mks)
- Give six reasons why Jesus disciples responded to the news of his resurrection with fear and disbelief.
- The news were first brought by women who were despised/ regarded lowly
- They lack faith/ little faith
- The disciples had witnessed the death/ the burial of Jesus
- They had expected glorious/ political messiah/ not one that will die/ they did not expect spiritual messiah
- There was conflicting message about resurrection
- The tomb was heavily guarded by the Roman soldiers
- Influence from their historical background/ resurrection was impossible/ had not happened before/ was storage new thing
(1 x 6 = 6 mks)
- Give seven reasons why violence against women is rampant in Kenya today.
- Male chauvinism/ superiority
- Poverty
- Women are vulnerable
- Ignorance of the law/ women do not report cases of violence
- Attitude towards women
- Cultural beliefs/ norms
- Lack of laws/ legislation guarding women against violence
- Lenient punishment by the law court/ corrupt legal proctures
- Drug abuse/ alcohol
- Male dominated society in leadership. (1 x 7 = 7 mks)
- Testimony of the holy women regarding the resurrected Jesus Christ (Lk 24:1-10)
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- Give five ways in which Christians discern the gifts of the holy spirit.
- One who is under the influence of the Holy Spirit will be recognised if he recogniser Jesus as lord and saviour.
- If they act and behave in accordance with the teachings of Jesus.
- If they dispense the gifts of the Holy Spirit freely.
- If they produce the fruits of the Holy Spirit like love, joy, peace, patience and kindness etc
- If they bring church unity in dispensing the gift. (1 x 5 = 5 mks)
- What were the teachings of Jesus on the role of the Holy Spirit
- The Holy Spirit is a counsellor
- He comforts Jesus disciples when grieved
- He teachers deeper the believer to become a child of God at Baptism
- He guides Christians in all their undertaking
- He reminds Christians of the deeper meaning of Jesus’ words.
- He enable Christian to worship God in spirit and truth.
- He continues Jesus’ work of forgiving sins
- He gives Christians strength and courage to witness for Christ
- He explores the sins of the world and convicts the world for it’s failure to believe in Jesus
- He is a companion to every Christian
- He empowered Christians to preach the gospel
- He reveals the glory of Jesus’ death as victory over the prince of evil Page 3 of 5
- He convinces people to see their sins and seek righteousness through repentance
- He shows the right of Jesus to be the son of God (1 x 8 = 8 mks)
- State seven ways in which the church promotes the unity of believers. (7 mks)
- Through interdenominational conferences/ crusades/ Christian broadcasts
- Allowing inter church marriages
- Co-operating in bible translations through the bible society of Kenya
- Subscribing the national Christian council of Kenya (N.C.C.K)
- Giving or co-operating in relief services
- Having common bible colleges/ universities
- Having a common stand on emerging issues e.g. gayism
- They co-operate in burial ceremonies/ Harambees
- Give five ways in which Christians discern the gifts of the holy spirit.
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- What are the features of a Traditional Africa family.
- Its ordained by God during marriage
- Members are related by blood marriage of adoption
- Its polygamous
- All members participate in decision working
- Husband is the head of the family
- Members have specific obligations to carry out
- Members must adhere to the rules and regulations
- There is organised systems of educating the youth
- Members share their resources
- Elders are highly respected
- The family provides for the needs of her members.(1 x 7 = 7 mks)
- Explain four reason why Christian families find it difficult to live in harmony. (5 mks)
- Poor communication among members of the family
- Misuse of family resources
- Unfaithfulness
- Child abuse/ domestic violence
- Drug abuse
- Denial of conjugal right
- Long illness/ bareness
- Long separation between members
- Lack of tolerance/ forgiveness/ reconciliation. (4 x 2 = 8 mks)
- Outline the advantages of a prayer in a Christian family. (5 mks)
- It enables members to thank God for his blessings.
- It strengthens their faith
- It enables them to ask for forgiveness
- Its an expression for humility
- A member is able to intercede for others
- It enables members to ask for their needs
- It enables them to seek for God’s guidance. (1 x 5 = 5 mks)
- What are the features of a Traditional Africa family.
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- Explain the biblical teaching on law. (8 mks)
- God gave Adam and Eve clear instructions on what they were to do.
- Disobedience to the law leads to punishment
- God gave the ten commandments to the Israelites to guide them Page 4 of 5
- The old testament prophets condemned Israelites for failing to observe the covenant law.
- Jesus observed the law of Moses
- Jesus summarised the whole law into the golden rule based on love.
- Jesus taught the Jews to respect the Roman government and to pay tax.
- Jesus stressed that the law should promote the welfare of people
- Paul gave Christian at Corinth rules and regulations to guide them during worship.
- Jesus gave the la of Moses a deeper interpretation
- Paul requested Christians to obey laws of the country. (1 x 8 = 8 mks)
- Outline the duties of citizens in Kenya.
- To participate in national development
- To conserve national resources
- To promote peace and harmony
- To report law breakers to the authority
- To obey and respect authority
- To respect other people’s right
- To pay taxes
- To participate in elections
- To be patriotic
- To care for the sick and the needy.(1 x 7 = 7 mks)
- In what way is the church helping reduce tribalism in Kenya today.
- Preaching against tribalism
- By praying for those who practise the evils to change
- Educating the public on the evil of tribalism
- Condemning proponents of tribalism
- Encouraging inter ethnic marriage
- Promoting use of national and official language
- Discouraging formation of tribal based political parties
- Advocating for laws that help discourage tribalism e.g hate speech
(1 x 5 = 5 mks)
- Explain the biblical teaching on law. (8 mks)
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