KCSE 2016 Islamic Religious Education (IRE) Paper 1 Questions

Answer any five questions

1.      
   1. With reference to Surah An-Nur, describe the prescribed punishment for zina and for qadhaf (slander).(8 marks)
   2. State the teachings of the last two verses of Surah Al Baqarah (Q. 2:285-286).(12 marks)
2.      
   1. Discuss the role played by angel jibril in the revelation of the Qur'an.(6 marks)  
   2. Explain the importance of the Qur'an to a Muslim.(8 marks)
   3. Why is the Qur'an considered a miracle by Muslims. (6 marks)
3.       
   1. State the etiquettes that should be observed when reading the Qur'an. (10 marks)  
   2. State the methods used by the Prophet (P.u.b.h.) to teach his Sunnah and Hadith.(10 marks)
4.      
   1. Identify four obligatory acts in the performance of wudhu.(4 marks)
   2. Explain four effects of Swalat on a Muslim.(8 marks)
   3. Differentiate between Fardh and Sunnah Saum.(8 marks)
5.      
   1. Give five differences between Sharia and secular law.(10 marks)
   2. Mention the acts that nullify Saum.(10 marks)
   3. Mention five angels and the duties that each perform(5 marks)
6.       
   1. Explain five ways in which the Prophets of Allah facilitated divine guidance. (10 marks)
   2. Give five characteristics of angels of Allah.(5 marks)