CRE Paper 2 Questions and Answers - Kassu Jet Joint Mock Exams 2023

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

• This paper consists of six questions.
• Each question carries 20 marks.

QUESTIONS

1.                                          
   1. State Jeremiah’s prophecies about the Messiah(Jeremiah 23:5-6) (6marks)
   2. Outline the events that took place when Mary visited Elizabeth in (Luke 1:25- 56). (7marks)
   3. What lessons do Christians learn about the nature of God from the Magnificat? (7marks)
2.                
   1. Describe the baptism of Jesus. Luke 3:21-22. (6 marks)
   2. Narrate the healing Gerasene demoniac Luke 8: 26 -39. (7 marks)
   3. What do Christians learn about Jesus from the healing of the Gerasene demoniac? (7marks)
3.                
   1. Outline Jesus teachings on watchfulness and readiness (Luke 12:35-48 (7marks)
   2. Identify seven causes of conflicts between Jesus and Jewish religious leaders in Jerusalem. (7marks)
   3. State six causes of disunity in our churches today (6 marks)
4.                
   1. Explain six teachings of Peter concerning the people of God. (1 Peter 2: 9 – 10) (6 marks)
   2. Identify the fruit of the Holy Spirit as taught by Saint Paul in Galatians 5: 22 – 23. (7 marks)
   3. Outline seven ways in which the gifts of the Holy Spirit are being misused in the church today. (7 marks)
5.                      
   1. State six importance of Ethics in the society. (6 marks)
   2. Give seven reasons why some people choose to be celibates. (7 marks)
   3. Explain seven ways through which the church in Kenya ensures marriage institution is strong and stable. (7 marks)
6.                  
   1. Give seven reasons why Christians are opposed to Euthanasia. (7 marks)
   2. State six effects of pollution on the environment. (6 marks)
   3. Identify ways through which Christians can help control desertification. (7 marks)

MARKING SCHEME

1.                      
   1. Outline Jeremiah’s prophecies about the Messiah (Jeremiah 23: 5-6). (6 marks)
      • The Messiah would come from the house of David
      • He would be righteous/righteous branch of David
      • He would reign as a king
      • The Messiah would rule wisely
      • He would execute justice / righteousness in the land
      • He would bring salvation upon Judah/Judah would be saved
      • He would provide security/safety in Israel/Israel would dwell securely
      • He would be called the Lord/Lord our righteousness ( 7x1) marks
   2. Events that took place when Mary visited Elizabeth.
      • Mary entered Zechariah’s home.
      • She greeted Elizabeth.
      • When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greetings the baby in her womb leaped.
      • Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.
      • Elizabeth exclaimed with a loud cry.
      • She blessed Mary and the child in the womb.
      • Elizabeth wondered why Mary the mother of her Lord had visited her.
      • Elizabeth informed Mary that the baby in her womb had leaped for joy in her greetings.
      • Mary responded by praising God/sung the magnificat.
      • Mary stayed with Elizabeth for three months. ( 7x1) marks
   3. Lessons Christian learn about the nature of God from magnificat (7 marks)
      • God is a saviour because he remembers the lowly
      • God is mighty for the scatters the proud/does great things
      • God is holy /Holy is His name
      • God is merciful to those who fear him
      • God is caring/because He exalts the humble
      • He is a provider/sustainer because he fills the hungry
      • He is faithful because he keeps his promises
      • He is kind/helper to his servant Israel ( 7x1) marks
2.              
   1. Describe the baptism of Jesus in river Jordan (6 marks)
      • All the people had been baptized by John.
      • Jesus was also baptized.
      • Jesus then started praying.
      • The heavens opened.
      • The Holy Spirit descended upon Jesus in a bodily form as a dove.
      • Then a voice came from heaven.
      • Then it said, ‘thou art my beloved son with thee am well pleased. (6x1) marks
   2. The healing of the Gerasene Demoniac Luke 8:26 – 39 (8 marks)
      • Jesus and the disciples arrived at the land of the Gerasenes.
      • They met a man who was demon possessed/ lived among the tombs.
      • The man fell down/ told Jesus not to torment him.
      • This is because Jesus had commanded the unclean spirit out of the man.
      • Jesus asked the man his name.
      • The man replied his name was legion which meant many demons.
      • The demons in the man requested Jesus not to destroy them but to drive them into the pigs making them to drown into the lake.
      • The herdsmen reported the incident in the town.
      • The natives requested Jesus to leave for they had fear of Him.
      • The healed man asked to accompany Jesus but was told to go and witness to others of his salvation.
      • He went into the city and proclaimed about the mighty works of Jesus. ( 8x1) marks
   3. Lessons Christian learn from Gerasene Demoniac 6 marks
      • Jesus had power over Satan/evil spirit/demon
      • Jesus came to destroy satanic forces in the world.
      • Jesus mission was to bring glory to God.
      • Jesus is the Holy one of God/divine/Messiah/son of God
      • He has concern and love for people
      • Jesus mission is universal
      • Jesus values human beings more than animals
      • Jesus is concerned with both the physical and spiritual wellbeing of the people
        ( 6x1) marks
3.            
   1. Jesus’ teaching on watchfulness and readiness (7 marks)
      • Believers should be dressed for his coming;
      • They should keep their lamps burning;
      • They should be awake/alert;
      • Those who are found waiting
      • They should be prepared at all times since they do not know the time for Christ’s coming;
      • Believers should continue working until Christ comes back;
      • The servants/believers who are drunkards/mistreat fellow workers will be punished;
      • Those who know what is required of them/their masters will and fail to do it will receive a severe beating;
      • Believers are expected to respond to God according to how much they have received from Him.
      • Those who do wrong out of ignorance will receive lesser beatings/punishment.
        (7x1) marks
   2. Seven causes of conflicts between Jesus and Jewish religious leaders (7marks
      • They questioned Jesus on the origin of His authority; He challenged them to state by whose authority John the Baptist preached
      • Jesus accused the religious leaders for rejecting God’s prophets and planning to kill God’s son. He used the parable of the tenants.
      • They wanted to trap Jesus by asking Him whether it was right paying taxes to the Roman government or not.
      • The Sadducees approached Jesus to confirm on the issue of resurrection with a story of a woman married to several brothers who died without bearing children.
      • Jesus challenged the Jewish religious leaders that the Messiah was more than an earthly figure.
      • Jesus accused the Scribes and lawyers for practicing hypocrisy.
      • Jesus also condemned the offerings of the Jewish leaders but was in praise of that offered by the widow. ( 7x1) marks
   3. State six causes of disunity in our churches today (6 marks)
      • Leadership wrangles make members break from the church.
      • Doctrinal differences between members.
      • The idea of freedom of worship
      • Different biblical interpretations.
      • Cultural differences
      • Age differences in church/generation gap.
      • The gap between the rich and the poor
      • Corruption in church
      • Greed and love for money
      • Tribalism/Nepotism
      • Arrogance and pride of some Christians. ( 6x1) marks
4.              
   1. Explain six teachings of Peter concerning the people of God. (1 Peter 2: 9 – 10) (6 marks)
      • The believers are a chosen people/race/they have been selected.
      • They are a royal priesthood/they are to serve the greatest King/God.
      • They are a holy nation/expected to lead holy-righteous lives.
      • They belong to God/They form a family of God’s possession.
      • They are to declare the wonderful deeds of God/to lead a life of worshipping God/testifying about God.
      • They were called out of darkness into His marvelous light / their lives have been transformed.
      • They have received God’s mercy /received God’s grace. ( 6x1) marks
   2. Identify the fruit of the Holy Spirit as taught by Saint Paul in Galatians 5: 22 – 23 (7 marks)
      • Love
      • Joy
      • Peace
      • Kindness
      • Self-control
      • Gentleness
      • Patience
      • Faithfulness ( 7x1) marks
   3. Outline seven ways in which the gifts of the Holy Spirit are being misused in the church today. (7 marks)
      • People demand favours/payment for performing miracles / asking for payment.
      • Some people claim to be under the influence of the Holy Spirit when they are not /some pretend to have certain gifts of the Holy Spirit.
      • There is too much emphasis on speaking in tongues at the expense of other gifts.
      • Those who have the gifts of the Holy Spirit are proud/boastful/look down upon others.
      • Some people interpret the Bible/confuse others while claiming to be under the influence of the Holy Spirit.
      • Some individuals cause divisions / splinter groups in the church claiming that the Holy Spirit has inspired them to start new churches / ministries.
      • Sometimes gifts of the Holy Spirit are used in a disorderly manner in the church.
      • Some people use the gifts of the Holy Spirit for self-glorification.
      • Some people speak in tongues without an interpreter/confusion if the tongues are not interpreted.
      • Some people use the gifts of the Holy Spirit to instill fear/intimidate others.
      • Some may impact demonic powers on the innocent/ignorant as they claim to perform miracles. ( 7x1) marks
5.                
   1. State six importance of Ethics in the society. (6 marks)
      • Ethics makes people be concerned about the welfare of others.
      • Promote harmonious living within a community.
      • Contribute to the maintenance of law and order.
      • Is the conscience of the society, enabling people to choose right from wrong.
      • Enable people to help the needy in the society e.g. the sick, famine stricken, orphans, widows and those in prison.
      • Guide people in making decisions that involve moral judgment.
      • Promote loyalty and patriotism in citizens of a country.
      • In organizations, makes the involved to serve with a lot of professionalism.
      • Creates a just society where everyone feels treated fairly (6x1) marks
   2. Give seven reasons why some people choose to be celibates (7 marks)
      • To dedicate their lives to prayer and to spread the word of God.
      • To dedicate themselves to work of charity / taking care of the less fortunate.
      • Some Christians consider themselves spiritually married to Christ and therefore no room for a human matrimonial relationship.
      • Some Christians are influenced by Jesus’ life and teaching that there will be no marriages at resurrection.
      • Some want to devote their time to the pursuit of education/fulfill career demands.
      • Some people lack proper guidance and counseling on the fulfillment and joy in marriage and family life.
      • Some are discouraged by the failing marriages/they have witnessed/increase in the number of divorce cases.
      • Lack of stable source of income and fear of not meeting financial obligations.
      • Past relationships that were disappointing and hurting.
      • Fertility problems like barrenness/impotence. ( 7x1) marks
   3. Outline seven ways through which the church in Kenya ensures marriage institution is strong and stable. (7 marks)
      • The church offers guidance and counseling on marriage.
      • The church offers teachings on Christian marriage.
      • They offer family life programs to teach parents and children on their duties.
      • They hold prayer sessions for families.
      • They encourage families to hold prayers together at home.
      • They don’t support divorce which makes couples take vows seriously.
      • They play reconciliatory roles when there are quarrels between spouses.
      • Some churches discipline members who err in marriage/excommunicate the errant families.
      • They give moral and material support to couples who need it.
      • They encourage all couples to solemnize their marriage by having church weddings.
6.                  
   1. Give seven reasons why Christians are opposed to Euthanasia(7 marks)
      • God is the only one who gives life and thus should be the one to take it away.
      • Euthanasia equals to murder which is Biblically condemned/”Thou shall not kill”.
      • It destroys God’s image in human beings.
      • Human judgments is limited and therefore cannot make correct decision on terminating the life of others.
      • Medical ethics only allows a doctor to sustain life and not to take it away.
      • It is against Jesus’ mission on earth to heal the sick.
      • Suffering is part of a Christian life from the teachings of Jesus and therefore cannot be used to justify euthanasia.
      • The works of mercy involve saving life /not destroying it.
      • It is a constitutional right to uphold human life.
   2. State six effects of pollution on the environment. (6 marks)
      • Leads to infection /diseases in human beings/animals.
      • It has led to global warming resulting to climate change /destruction of ozone layer.
      • It has contributed to inconsistencies in rainfall pattern/drought/desert.
      • It has led to the death of human being/animals/plants/birds.
      • It has led to ecological imbalance/migration/extinction of some animals and birds.
      • Damage of buildings/wastage of resources.
      • It has led to human/animal conflicts. ( 6x1) marks
   3. Identify ways through which Christians can help control desertification. (7 marks)
      • Christians need to practice afforestation programs.
      • By practicing agro-forestry.
      • Using alternative sources of energy as opposed to charcoal/firewood.
      • Providing education to the public on how to preserve the environment.
      • Participating in environmental conservation programs.
      • Donating / giving financial assistance to bodies that control desertification.
      • Protecting all water catchment areas.
      • Carrying/practicing better methods of farming.
      • Reporting cases of forest destruction to relevant authorities.
      • By participating in the enactment of laws on environmental conservation.
      • Providing guidance and counseling / advice to those involved in activities related to environmental degradation.
      • Using alternative sources of building materials as opposed to natural vegetation. ( 7x1) marks