CRE Questions and Answers - Form 4 Mid Term 2 Exams 2023

QUESTIONS

1. Give the effect of sin from the fall of human being Genesis 3:7-23 (5mks)
2. Outline the requirements that one had to fulfil to be made an elder In traditional African communities. (5mks)
3. What did angel Gabriel reveal about john the Baptist when he announced his birth to Zachariah? (5mks)
4. Describe the incident when Jesus was rejected at Nazareth Luke 4:16-30. (5mks)
5. Outline the sources of Christian ethics (5mks)
6. State secular reasons for procuring abortion (5mks)
7. Outline Christian teachings on work. (5mks)
8. Explain the duties and responsibilities of employees to employer.(5mks)
9. State forms of modern leisure in Kenya. (5mks)
10. Explain the Biblical teaching on wealth (5 mks ).

MARKING SCHEME

1. Give the effect of sin from the fall of human being Genesis 3:7-23 (5mks)
   Answer
   • both Adam and eve realised that they were naked.
   • They became ashamed
   • They started blaming each other
   • The serpent was cursed.
   • Enemity between the serpent and human beings developed
   • The woman was to experience pain in child birth.
   • The man was made to toil/sweat in order to eat.
   • The ground was made to produce stones.
   • Death was introduced in their lives.
2. Outline the requirements that one had to fulfil to be made an elder In traditional African communities. (5mks)
   • Being initiated
   • Must be married.
   • Being of good conduct.
   • Should have many children
   • Have support from elders in the society.
   • Be of sound mind and good health by understanding the rituals of being an elder.
   • Should be knowledgeable in matters of the society.
3. What did angel Gabriel reveal about john the Baptist when he announced his birth to Zachariah? (5mks)
   • He would be a source of joy to his parents
   • Many people would rejoice at his birth
   • He would be filled with the holy spirit from his mother’s womb
   • Many Israelites would turn to God through him.
   • He would have the spirit of Elijah
   • He would prepare the people for the Lord.
   • They would turn the father’s heart to their children.
4. Describe the incident when Jesus was rejected at Nazareth Luke 4:16-30. (5mks)
   • Jesus came to Nazareth where he had been brought up
   • He went to the synagogue as he usually did on the Sabbath day
   • He was give the book of prophet Isaiah and read Isaiah 61:1-2
   • After reading he closed the bok and gave it to the attendant.
   • Everybody in the synagogue looked at him he told them that the scripture had been fulfilled in their hearing.
   • all people were unhappy with what he had spoken.
   • people wondered saying is this not josephs son.
   • He told them that a prophet is not loved in his country.
   • They were filled with anger and wanted to throw him headlong.
   • Jesus passed in their midst and went away.
5. Outline the sources of Christian ethics (5mks)
   • Human reason
   • the bible
   • Secular laws
   • African customs
   • Situation ethics
   • Natural law.
   • Christian community
   • African tradition.
6. State secular reasons for procuring abortion (5mks)
   • It is justified if pregnancy is as a result of rape.
   • It is justified if done to save the life of the mother, child or both.
   • It is justified if a school girl becomes pregnant and wishes to continue with her studies.
   • If people are not married.
   • Its justified on economic ground.
7. Outline Christian teachings on work. (5mks)
   • Work was instituted by god since man was created in the image of god, they must work.
   • God’s work of creation is good and therefore Christian should produce good works.
   • Work is a duty so God commanded human beings to control the earth.
   • Human beings should work to acquire basic needs.
   • Human beings are co creators with god.
   • Hard work is praised while laziness is condemned.
   • Work should be accompanied with rest.
   • People should enjoy what they have worked for.
8. Explain the duties and responsibilities of employees to employer.(5mks)
   • Employee should do their work diligently and efficiently.
   • They should pray for the success of their company.
   • They are obliged to show respect and loyalty to their employer.
   • They must do their work with all honesty and integrity.
   • They must cooperate with other workers in the company.
   • They must take care of the employers’ property.
   • Must work according to the terms of contract.
   • Workers should show good will to the employer.
   • They should not take part in strike with unreasonable demand.
9. State forms of modern leisure in Kenya. (5mks)
   • Reading novels
   • Watching televisions and movies
   • Joining others in the parties.
   • Traveling and visiting friends.
   • Playing games. Eg football
   • Taking part in artwork activities eg painting
   • Listening to radio and music.
10. Explain the Biblical teaching on wealth (5 mks ).
    • Wealth is a blessing from God.
    • Wealth comes with responsibilities.
    • Wealth can create a sense of false independence.
    • Wealth should be acquired in just and honest way.
    • One should seek spiritual wealth which is permanent more fulfilling rather material wealth.
    • It is wrong to discriminate other on the basis of material possessions.
    • Christian should share whatever wealth they have.
    • Wealth give people independence so they do not beg
    • God is the owner of wealth and people should realize that they are only stewards
    • The wealth should not oppress the poor.