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Part b) style questions - worth 6 marks

Freddy says....

1. There are three main attitudes in Christianity towards other religions (check page 57 in your text book). Make sure you explain each briefly. You have a number of Bible quotes as well as the quotes from Hick, Neill and Barth to learn here.

2. There are two main attitudes in Islam - although one is stronger than the other. Check out page 58 in your text - a quote from the Qur'an would be good here.

Jews have two big ideas -page 59 in your text book. The Nineveh story is good to include (this includes the quote from Jonah). You could stress that Jews don't try to convert others to Judaism but are willing to accept converts.

Hindus have one big idea (p59) so you need to learn this and write about it fairly comprehensively in order to get 6 marks. Learn one of the quotes for this (hint: Ghandi is easier to spell!)

Part c) style questions - worth 8 marks

Freddy says....

1. Remember the key word is explain!!!! It is not enough to simply state the differences - you must say why different Christian groups believe these things. For this type of question you need proof of your opinions - quote some key Bible references or Church statements here. Check out pages 42-43 in your text book. Give both sides to the argument and mention different denominations.

Part d) style questions - worth 4 marks

Freddy says....

‘It is wrong to try to convert other people to your religion’

Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion, showing you have considered another point of view. In your answer, you should refer to at least one religion.

Introduction: Remember to ANSWER THE QUESTION!! Do you agree or not? Show you know there are TWO different opinions and mention the two religions you are going to look at.

Body:

Look at Christianity. Show that while Christianity believes in freedom of religion, there are different views about whether or not Christians should try to convert others to Christianity. Traditionally Christianity has been a missionary religion (meaning it has tried to convert others) but these attitudes are changing in some (not all) cases. Quote and explain John 14:2 and John Hick (p57 in text) and show the contrasting belief with John 14:6 and Karl Barth. Make sure you use contrast words like ‘however’ or’ never the less’ or ‘on the other hand’ to show you know the two different opinions. Give some analysis by concluding this section with a sentence like ‘Obviously, John Hick’s version of Christianity is more in line with today’s multi-faith way of living and allows Christians to be more tolerant of others” or…’If Christianity truly believes it is the only true faith, it is obligated to share that faith with others – it is the only truly loving thing a Christian can do’.
Move to your other religion. Again, give two opinions and evidence (quotes or religious references).
Now give your opinion with reasons –should people try to convert others? Why do you think so? Conclude with words like ‘Overall’, ‘It can be seen that” or ‘Therefore’.

Mark Scheme: Check out what the markers are looking for and make sure you are doing it!!!

Part

Levels

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Marks

Keywords

* For partially correct answer

* For a correct answer

* For an isolated example of relevant knowledge

* For basic relevant knowledge presented within a limited structure

* For an organised outline/description, using relevant knowledge with limited use of specialist vocabulary

Make sure you use religious terminology and organise your answer clearly

* For a simple appropriate and relevant idea

* For a basic explanation showing understanding of a relevant idea

* For a developed explanation showing understanding of the main idea(s), using some specialist vocabulary

* For a comprehensive explanation showing a coherent understanding of the main idea(s) and using specialist language appropriately.

This question is always worth the most marks so you should write the most for this one. Make sure you use relevant religious terminology and explain in detail the main ideas involved. You must look at 'why' religions follow this idea, rather than just explain the idea.

* For an opinion supported by one relevant reason

* For a basic for and against, or a reasoned opinion supported by religious/moral evidence

* For a reasoned evaluation, using religious /moral argument, evidence or examples, referring to another point of view

* For a coherent and reasoned evaluation, based on religious /moral argument, evidence or examples, giving a balanced account of an alternative point(s) of view to reach a personal conclusion.

You must give TWO sides to the argument here, use and EVALUATE quotes and references (Scriptures or others) and come to your own personal conclusion - do not 'sit on the fence' - take a side and try to prove why you are right!