CRE Paper 2 Questions and Answers - Form 3 End Term 3 Exams 2023

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDITATES

• This paper consists of six questions.
• Answer any five questions on the foolscaps provided.
• Each question carries 20 marks.

1.  
   1. In reference to the suffering servant, how did Jesus suffer humiliation? (8mks)
   2. How did John the Baptist fulfil his father’s prophecy in his work (6mks)
   3. Identify virtues Christians learn from Mary the mother of Jesus (6mks)
2.  
   1. Narrate the healing of a man with an evil spirit from Luke 4:31-37(8mks)
   2. State the qualities of True discipleship from the Sermon on the plain (6mks)
   3. What lessons can Christians learn from Jesus’ healing in Capernaum? (6mks)
3.  
   1. Describe the parable of the wicked tenants in the vineyard (Luke 20:9-18) (8mks)
   2. Identify the areas of conflicts between Jesus and the Jews Religious leaders (5mks)
   3. How should Christians prepare themselves for the coming of Christ? (7mks)
4.  
   1. Explain how Peter’s life was transformed on the day of Pentecost (7mks)
   2. State how the fruit of Kindness is abused in Church in Kenya today (7mks)
   3. Give six illustrations that St. Paul’s uses to encourage Christians to live in unity (6mks)
5.  
   1. Explain the seven sources of Christian Ethics (7mks)
   2. State Christian values that enhance the creation of a just society (7mks)
   3. How is the Church responding to challenges posed by HIV/AIDs? (6mks)
6.  
   1. Show the similarities between the Christian and African understanding of human sexuality (8mks)
   2. Give ways in which Christians can demonstrate responsible parenthood (6mks)
   3. How is the Church helping in dealing with domestic violence? (6mks?)

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1.  
   1. In reference to the suffering servant, how did Jesus suffer humiliation (8mks)
      • He bore sins of human beings
      • He delivered humanity by dying on the cross
      • He submissively bore suffering and disgrace
      • He was despised and rejected
      • He was pierced and wounded on the side
      • He was crucified with thieves
      • His hands and feet were nailed on cross
      • He was stripped naked and soldiers shared His clothes by casting lots
   2. How did John the Baptist fulfil his father’s prophecy in his work? (6mks)
      • John spent his days in the wilderness devoting his time to the Lord and his behaviour was like that of Prophet Elijah
      • John went along Judea preaching to people about the importance of repenting their sins. His father prophecy says that he would go before the
        Lord and prepare the way for Him
      • He went along baptising those who repented preparing them for the coming of the Messiah
      • John preached about change of behaviour in one’s life as a preparation for the coming of the Messiah
      • John preached God’s mercy on humankind
      • John expected people to lead lives of unity and show love to another.
   3. Identify the virtues Christians can learn from Mary (6mks)
      • Prudence
      • Humility
      • Faithfulness
      • Devotedness
      • Obedience
      • Mercy
      • Patience
2.  
   1. Narrate the healing of a man with an evil spirit from Luke 4:31-37(8mks)
      • Jesus was teaching in the synagogue on a Sabbath
      • People were astonished because He spoke with authority
      • A man was possessed by an unclean demon/spirit in the synagogue
      • When he saw Jesus, the evil spirit shouted, “Ah! What do you want with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are, the Holy one of God”
      • Jesus rebuked the demon saying, “Be silent and come out of him.”
      • The Demon threw the man down and came out without doing any harm. The man was made whole.
      • The people were amazed at His word and power
      • Reports about Jesus went out into every surrounding region
   2. State the qualities of True discipleship from the Sermon on the plain (6mks)
      • Have unshakeable faith
      • Be obedient to God’s word
      • Be self-critical/analytical/self-searching
      • Be kind
      • Be loyal
      • Be objective
      • Be fair
      • Be generous
      • Accept others without discrimination.
      • Be a disciple and show concern for others.
   3. What lessons can Christians learn from Jesus’ healing in Capernaum (6mks)
      • Christians should turn to Jesus for total healing
      • Christians should have deep faith to pray for healing
      • Christians should believe in Jesus as the true son of God
      • Christians should pray for one another for healing
      • Christians should strive to be part of Gods Kingdom
      • Christians learn that Jesus came to save human beings from slavery of sin
      • Christians should turn to Jesus to assist them fight evil powers
3.  
   1. Describe the parable of the wicked tenants in the vineyard (Luke 20:9-18) (8mks)
      • When Jesus was preaching in the temple the Jewish religious leaders questioned His authority
      • Jesus told them that the Parable of the wicked tenants to help interpret His role and that of His opponents
      • A man planted a vineyard and gave it out to tenants
      • He then went away for a long time
      • During the harvest he sent three of his servants to ask for His portion of the harvest
      • The tenants beat up all the servants
      • The owner of the vineyard sent his own son
      • The son was also beaten up and killed
      • Jesus said that the owner would destroy the tenants and give the vineyard to the others
      • Jesus concluded the parable that “The very stone the builders rejected has now become the corner stone”
   2. Identify the areas of conflicts between Jesus and the Jews Religious leaders(6mks)
      • The question about Jesus’ divine authority
      • The question about resurrection from death
      • The question about paying taxes
      • The question about the Messiah
      • Hypocrisy of leaders
      • The window’s offering
   3.  How should Christians prepare themselves for the coming of Christ (6mks)
      • Being obedient to Gods commandments
      • Preaching the word of God to those who have not heard it
      • Doing charitable work such as helping the needy, the orphans and aged
      • Leading a righteous life
      • Christians should be watchful by praying to God so that He may give the courage and strength to stand firm in their faith
      • Christians should not lose hope in the face of trials and tribulation because the kingdom of God with its promise of a new life will definitely will come
4.  
   1. Explain how Peter life was transformed on the day of Pentecost (7mks)
      • He was filled with the Holy Spirit
      • He started preaching in tongues
      • He became courageous /defended the disciples that they were not drunk
      • He began witnessing the life, death and the resurrection of death
      • He called people to repentance
      • He was empowered to perform miracles
      • He took up leadership role
   2. State how the fruit of Kindness is abused in Church in Kenya today(6mks)
      • Some members of the church failing to return /refund what is/has been borrowed
      • Some church leaders demanding /ask their congregation to cater for their personal needs like further studies
      • By church leaders starting many projects in the church
      • Some Christians fail to work to because they expect assistance from others
      • Some Christians over depend on other people’s assistance
      • Some church leaders have become greedy people
      • Misuse of gifts and offerings
   3. Give seven illustrations that St. Paul’s uses to encourage Christians to live in unity (7mks)
      • One body which is the universal church
      • One spirit that dwells in the church
      • One goal of hope which is the eternal life
      • One Lord Jesus Christ ,the head of the church
      • One faith in the lord Jesus Christ
      • One baptism
      • One God who is the father
5.  
   1. Identify seven sources of Christian Ethics (7mks)
      • The Bible (old and New testament )Jesus teaching /sacred scriptures
      • Traditions from Christian community /church rituals /Christians literature
      • Natural law
      • Situational ethics/Gods revelation
      • Secular Laws/laws
      • African customs
   2. Explain the moral values that enhance the creation of a just society. (7 mks)
      • Love makes people do things not harmful to others therefore promoting justice.
      • Honesty/reliability/faithfulness makes one do things and promotes trust from others and they become reliable
      • Justice/fairness; when things are done fairly there is no or little resentment aroused.
      • Respect; where one treats others with honour and appreciation so making them respect in return.
      • Humility; Humble people make others humble.
      • Perseverance/Persistence; Enable people to work together in harmony.
      • Chastity; Physical, spiritual and mental purity enables one to do things that are right, goodwill.
   3. How is the Church responding to challenges posed by HIV/AIDs? (6mks)
      • Ministering to people living with HIV/AIDS and practising Christian love.
      • Advocating for the protection of the human rights of People Living with HIV/AIDs
      • Facilitating the infected and the affected with job opportunities or income generating projects
      • Providing material support in terms of food ,clothing and shelter
      • Helping those at risk but not yet infected to see the need to avoid infection
      • Providing pastoral counselling to those with full blown AIDs in order to leave with dignity
      • Working with parents to educate children and youth on the need of responsible sexually behaviour.
6.  
   1. Show the similarities between the Christian and African understanding of human sexuality (8mks)
      • In both sexuality has the purpose of procreation /continuity of life
      • In both it is viewed as sacred valued because of its power to create life
      • It is sacred /holy/respected /protected in both /as a gift from God
      • Both encourage self-control /virginity till marriage
      • Both restrict sexuality to a mature stage in life /and place it in marriage
      • Both discourage irresponsible sexuality/condemn sex abuse
      • In both the youth are prepared/taught on sexual matters
      • In both sexuality is complementary for companionship
   2. Give ways in which Christians can demonstrate responsible parenthood (6mks)
      • Being positive role model for children
      • Understanding their roles and responsibilities in the provision of the physical needs of the family
      • Educating the children in all aspects of both life
      • Teaching and training them in religious matters to help them in spiritual development
      • Teaching morals and right behaviour to the children
      • Teaching children social skills on how relate with one another
   3. How is the Church helping in dealing with domestic violence (6mks)
      • Offering guidance and counselling to couples affected
      • Holding seminars /conference for marriage couple
      • Developing mass media programmes on family relationship
      • Praying for families
      • Teaching on the need for love. Respect/tolerance in marriage
      • Visit members in their homes to encourage them
      • Condemn all forms of violence