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Paper 2A Perspectives on faith (themes)
June 2020
Q1.1: Which one of the following explains the meaning of the term ‘cohabitation’?
Put a tick () in the box next to the correct answer. A A married couple choosing not to have a sexual relationship B A married person who lives alone after a divorce C An unmarried couple living together in a relationship D A couple who are married but live apart from each other
Answer:
beliefs, practices and sources of authority Answer: C An unmarried couple living together in a relationship
Q1.2: Give two teachings from the Bible on the equality of women and men.
Answer:
beliefs, practices and sources of authority God created them equal / with different roles / God created humans, man and woman, in his image (Genesis 1:27) / when Eve was created, Adam said that she was bone of his bones and flesh of his flesh (Genesis 2:23) / in marriage, the two become one flesh (Mark 10:8) / woman is not independen of man nor man of woman (1Corinthians 11:11) / there is no longer male or female; all are one in Ch (Galatians 3:28), etc.
Q1.3: Explain two contrasting views in contemporary British society about family planning.
• You must refer to a Christian view. • Your contrasting view may come from Christianity or from another religious or non-religious tradition.
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Answer:
similarities and differences within and/or between religions and beliefs First contrasting view If similar views are given, only one of them may be credited up to 2 marks. The Catholic Church teaches the importance of responsible parenthood / family planning may be use to space out the children / to avoid the likelihood of having more children than the parents can provid for / using the rhythm of the menstrual cycle / artificial contraception is manipulative and degrades human sexuality, etc. The development of artificial contraception is a responsible use of God-given skills / it might be bette some situations for some married couples not to have children / using artificial contraception takes th anxiety from their lovemaking and enables it to be more joyous and more what God intended / it is fa more reliable than natural methods of family planning, etc. Sterilisation means that couples do not need to worry about the fear of pregnancy / if they cannot affo more children / if the woman might have problems with a further pregnancy, etc. Increasing numbers of unmarried couples are having sexual relationships / many are too young to co with the responsibility of bringing up children / there may be no commitment in the relationship / so a reliable method of preventing pregnancy is essential, etc.
Q1.4: Explain two Christian beliefs about the nature of marriage.
Refer to scripture or another source of Christian belief and teaching in your answer.
Answer:
beliefs, practices and sources of authority Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing or another source of Christian belief and teaching – 1 mark A sacrament / ordained by God from creation / the promises made are in the presence of God / the union receives his blessing / it is an exclusive union of two people / lifelong / it demands faithfulness and total commitment / whatever situations arise in the future / intended to be a procreative relations / it provides a stable and loving environment for the rearing of children / it encourages the stability of society / it sets an example of loving relationships / it reflects the love of Christ for the Church, etc.
Sources of authority:
‘A man leaves his father and mother and clings to his wife and they become one flesh.’ (Genesis 2:2 ‘What God has joined together, let no one separate.’ (Mark 10:9) ‘Husbands, love your wives as Christ loved the Church and gave himself up for her.’ (Ephesians 5:25 ‘For better for worse, for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death d us part.’ (Marriage vows) ‘Because God himself forms the bond of sacramental marriage, it is binding until the death of one of partners.’ (Youcat 261) Accept all other sources of authority that correctly support the beliefs given.
Q1.5: ‘There is nothing wrong with sex before marriage.’
Evaluate this statement. In your answer you: • should give reasoned arguments in support of this statement • should give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view • should refer to Christian arguments • may refer to non-religious arguments • should reach a justified conclusion.
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Q2 Theme B: Religion, peace and conflict
Answer:
In your answer you: • should give reasoned arguments in support of this statement • should give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view and understanding of relevant evidence and information. References to religion applied to the issue. relevant evidence and information. Clear reference to religion. relevant evidence and information.
Arguments in support
Pre-marital sex has become the norm in today’s secular world / reliable contraception means that pregnancy and all that it entails can be avoided / marriage commonly takes place after the age of 30 is not reasonable to expect people to abstain from sex until that age / sex is something to be enjoye there is no need for the commitment of marriage / having a sexual relationship might help a couple realise whether or not marriage would be right for them / casual sex is acceptable providing care is taken not to exploit or hurt one another, etc.
Arguments in support of other views
Sex should be the expression of a fully committed married relationship / pre-marital sex devalues an trivialises God’s gift of sex / virginity is a priceless gift to be offered to one’s partner at marriage / the married relationship enhances the sexual relationship / pre-marital sex can easily become exploitativ lead to deep hurt / be selfish / it opens the door to underage and non-consensual sex / ‘it is better to marry than to be aflame with passion’ (1Corinthians 7:9) / the Church opposes pre-marital sex beca ‘she would like to protect love’ (Youcat 407), etc. Q2 Theme B: Religion, peace and conflict
Q2.1: Which one of the following means dying for one’s belief?
Put a tick () in the box next to the correct answer. A Martyrdom B Radicalisation C Reconciliation D Torture
Answer:
beliefs, practices and sources of authority Answer: A Martyrdom
Q2.2: Give two ways in which Christians help victims of war.
Answer:
beliefs, practices and sources of authority Provide food and shelter for those made homeless / give medical assistance / initiate programmes of therapy for those traumatised by their experiences / support a charity / welcome those who seek refu in other countries / pray for them, etc.
Q2.3: Explain two contrasting views in contemporary British society about the belief that
people should not go to war unless it is likely they will win. • You must refer to a Christian view. • Your contrasting view may come from Christianity or from another religious or non-religious tradition.
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Answer:
similarities and differences within and/or between religions and beliefs First contrasting view Second contrasting view If similar views are given, only one of them may be credited up to 2 marks. This is the teaching of the Catechism / ‘there must be serious prospect of success’ / Church teaching should be obeyed, etc. Irresponsible not to take this into account / in one of his parables, Jesus pointed out that no king wou go to war if he did not think he could win it / possibility that thousands could be killed or injured for nothing / does not show love of neighbour, etc. In situations where there is terrible injustice the only hope of ending it might be through civil uprising the reason given for the uprising in Syria / courageous to be willing to sacrifice one’s life even if the result cannot be certain / risks sometimes have to be taken, etc. When a country is threatened, it is the duty of citizens to resist the aggressor / eg the Polish army fought the German invaders in 1939, despite the odds being against success / they were seen as heroes / surrender without a fight is cowardly / and encourages further acts of aggression, etc.
Q2.4: Explain two Christian beliefs about the use of weapons of mass destruction.
Refer to scripture or another source of Christian belief and teaching in your answer.
Answer:
beliefs, practices and sources of authority Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing or another source of Christian belief and teaching – 1 mark Motivated by hatred not love / they kill and maim in huge numbers / often civilians and children / tota indiscriminate / however serious the evil, the use of such weapons is never proportionate / contraven the Just War theory / their use leads to further bitterness, tensions and the desire for revenge / seriou and long-lasting damage to the environment / not displaying stewardship / massive cost of researchi developing and then using them / money should be spent on saving and improving life for people, no destroying it, etc.
Sources of authority
‘Blessed are the peacemakers.’ (Matthew 5:9) ‘Put your sword back in its place, for all who take the word will perish by the sword.’ (Matthew 26:52) ‘In a nuclear war there would be no victors, only victims.’ (Pope Benedict XVI) ‘Legitimate defence must not employ wrong, inappropriately harsh methods.’ (Youcat 380) ‘The use of any weapon that causes more than individual and proportionate harm to civilians is immoral. By definition, then, the use of weapons of “mass destruction” is forbidden.’ (Docat 296) Accept all other sources of authority that correctly support the beliefs given.
Q2.5: ‘Christians should always show forgiveness.’
Evaluate this statement. In your answer you: • should give reasoned arguments in support of this statement • should give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view • should refer to Christian arguments • may refer to non-religious arguments • should reach a justified conclusion.
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Q3 Theme C: Religion, human rights and social justice
Answer:
In your answer you: • should give reasoned arguments in support of this statement • should give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view and understanding of relevant evidence and information. References to religion applied to the issue. relevant evidence and information. Clear reference to religion. relevant evidence and information.
Arguments in support
Following the example of Jesus / he forgave his executioners / ‘Father, forgive them…’ / he gave the adulterous woman a fresh start / obeys teaching of Jesus / ‘turn the other cheek’ / Jesus told Peter t he should always forgive people / ‘not seven times but seventy times seven’ / the parable of the unforgiving servant makes the same point / ‘forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against (the Lord’s Prayer) / people cannot expect God to forgive them if they are unforgiving / forgiveness needed if the person or group who has suffered is to move on / the refusal to forgive is self-destructi example of Gee Walker / nations harbouring grudges and wanting vengeance at the end of a war so the seeds for the next one, etc.
Arguments in support of other views
Some things such as war crimes are so dreadful that they cannot be forgiven / the hurt may be too deep and the suffering too great for forgiveness to be offered / Jesus said that blasphemy against th Holy Spirit cannot be forgiven / forgiveness cannot be given unless the perpetrator is repentant / forgiveness must be deserved / forgiving people for the harm they have done to others is a betrayal those who have suffered terribly, etc. Q3 Theme C: Religion, human rights and social justice
Q3.1: Which one of the following explains what is meant by
‘the Preferential Option for the Poor’?
Put a tick () in the box next to the correct answer. A Taking advantage of the poor B Putting the needs of the poor first C Ignoring the needs of the poor D Praying for the poor
Answer:
beliefs, practices and sources of authority Answer: B Putting the needs of the poor first
Q3.2: Give two ways in which the Church works to bring human rights to everyone.
Answer:
beliefs, practices and sources of authority Supports the work of pressure organisations / raises awareness of abuses of human rights / organise protests against global injustice / supports fair trade / provides food and shelter for the hungry and homeless / through the teaching of the Pope and Magisterium / through prayer, etc.
Q3.3: Explain two contrasting views in contemporary British society about
positive discrimination. • You must refer to a Christian view. • Your contrasting view may come from Christianity or from another religious or non-religious tradition.
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Answer:
similarities and differences within and/or between religions and beliefs First contrasting view Second contrasting view If similar views are given, only one of them may be credited up to 2 marks. It puts right injustice / the Bible teaches that justice should flow like a river / it acknowledges that mor than a verbal apology is needed for past wrongs to certain groups, eg women, ethnic minorities, disabled people, etc. It recognises the dignity of those in society who might be vulnerable / it increases their sense of self- worth / of the equality of all humans / for Christians, differentiation in social, gender, religious or racia status is wrong, etc. It gives people opportunities they might otherwise have never had / to develop skills and use their Positive discrimination creates more problems than it solves / it encourages resentment and bitterne a sense of injustice / that some people are being disadvantaged because of circumstances beyond their control, eg of birth, environment, etc. Choices in employment, offering university places etc. should be solely on merit / this is in society’s best interests, etc. NB: reference to positive discrimination in one area only, eg racial discrimination, may be awarded
Q3.4: Explain two Christian beliefs about human trafficking.
Refer to scripture or another source of Christian belief and teaching in your answer.
Answer:
beliefs, practices and sources of authority Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing or another source of Christian belief and teaching – 1 mark It is wrong because it is treating a human as an object / and is using the victim as a means to an end is exploitation of a vulnerable person / it is disrespectful / it devalues the person / it shows a lack of lo / it is unjust / it is a form of control / and abuse of power / it is physically harmful to the victim / and mentally harmful / it is motivated by greed / it encourages lust / wrong because it is illegal etc.
Sources of authority
All are created ‘in the image of God.’ (Genesis 1:27) ‘You shall not wrong a stranger or oppress him.’ (Exodus 22:21) ‘He loves righteousness and justice.’ (Psalm 33:5) The Golden Rule. Parable of the Sheep and the Goats. ‘Love your neighbour as you love yourself.’ (Mark 12:31) The Magnificat. (Luke 1:47-55) Accept all other sources of authority that correctly support the beliefs given.
Q3.5: ‘The Church should not have so much wealth.’
Evaluate this statement. In your answer you: • should give reasoned arguments in support of this statement • should give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view • should refer to Christian arguments • may refer to non-religious arguments • should reach a justified conclusion.
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In your answer you: • should give reasoned arguments in support of this statement • should give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view and understanding of relevant evidence and information. References to religion applied to the issue. relevant evidence and information. Clear reference to religion. relevant evidence and information.
Arguments in support
The wealth of the Church should be used to alleviate human need / owning priceless objects, land e is wrong when so many people are dying of hunger and preventable disease / wealth encourages greed and abuse of power / Jesus and his disciples did not need wealth to carry out their mission / t lived simply / ‘blessed are the poor, for theirs is the Kingdom of heaven’ / Jesus told the rich man to rid of his wealth if he truly wanted a good relationship with God / ‘I want a Church that is poor and fo the poor’ (Evangelii Gaudium) / ‘any Church community, if it thinks it can comfortably go its own way without creative concern and effective cooperation in helping the poor to live with dignity and reachin out to everyone, will also risk breaking down’ (Evangelii Gaudium), etc.
Arguments in support of other views
Wealth in itself is not sinful / it is how it is used / many individual churches and the Church as a whol help those in need in many ways / much of the Church’s wealth lies in the land on which its churche schools, hospitals etc. are built / church buildings are needed for the community to come together fo worship etc. / having beautiful buildings, statues etc. honours God and also inspires the congregatio to worship / without some wealth, the Church would not be able to serve the community, etc. NB: Answers that relate appropriately and relevantly to the spiritual wealth of the Church should be