GCSEReligious StudiesAQAReligious Studies AExam Questions1. Christianity1.4 Christianity Key Practices: Worship & Festivals

Christianity Key Practices: Worship & Festivals (AQA GCSE Religious Studies A): Exam Questions

Exam code: 8062

2 hours22 questions
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1
1 mark

Give one way in which Christians celebrate Easter.

How did you do?

2
1 mark

Which one of the following is the saint most associated with Lourdes?

  • St Andrew

  • St Bernadette

  • St Joan

  • St Peter

Choose your answer

3
1 mark

Give one reason why prayer is important for Christians.

How did you do?

4
1 mark

Which one of the following is a name for a ceremony in which adults become members of the Christian Church?

  • Believer’s baptism

  • Infant baptism

  • Reconciliation

  • The Eucharist

Choose your answer

5
1 mark

Give one type of Christian prayer.

How did you do?

6
1 mark

Which one of the following is a form of private worship?

  • Praying alone

  • Singing hymns in church

  • Giving a sermon

  • Sharing the peace

Choose your answer

7
1 mark

Which one of the following is not part of the celebration of Christmas?

  • Nativity play

  • Midnight Mass

  • Lighting the Paschal candle

  • Exchanging gifts

Choose your answer

8
1 mark

Which one of the following is the name for a ceremony in which children are welcomed into the Christian Church?

  • Believer's baptism

  • Infant baptism

  • Confirmation

  • Reconciliation

Choose your answer

9
1 mark

Give one type of Christian prayer.

How did you do?

1
4 marks

Explain two different types of baptism.

How did you do?

2
6 marks

Explain two religious reasons why Christians celebrate Easter.

Refer to sacred writings or another source of Christian belief and teaching in your answer.

How did you do?

3
4 marks

Explain two different ways in which pilgrimage is experienced at Lourdes.

How did you do?

4
6 marks

Explain two reasons why celebrating Holy Communion/Eucharist is important for many Christians.

Refer to sacred writings or another source of Christian belief and teaching in your answer.

How did you do?

5
4 marks

Explain two different examples of Christian worship.

How did you do?

6
6 marks

Explain two ways in which Christians mark the death and resurrection of Jesus at Easter.

Refer to sacred writings or another source of Christian belief and teaching in your answer.

How did you do?

1
12 marks

‘Following a set structure of worship is the best way for Christians to get close to God.’

Evaluate this statement. 

In your answer you should: 

  • refer to Christian teaching 

  • give reasoned arguments to support this statement 

  • give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view 

  • reach a justified conclusion

How did you do?

2
12 marks

‘Only adults should be baptised into the Christian religion.’

Evaluate this statement. 

In your answer you should: 

  • refer to Christian teaching 

  • give reasoned arguments to support this statement 

  • give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view 

  • reach a justified conclusion

[12 marks]

[SPaG 3 marks]

How did you do?

3
12 marks

‘The celebration of Holy Communion (Eucharist) is the most important part of Christian life.’ Evaluate this statement. 

In your answer you should: 

  • refer to Christian teaching 

  • give reasoned arguments to support this statement 

  • give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view 

  • reach a justified conclusion

[12 marks]

[SPaG 3 marks]

How did you do?

4
12 marks

‘Christmas is the most important Christian celebration.’ Evaluate this statement. 

In your answer, you should: 

  • refer to Christian teaching 

  • give reasoned arguments to support this statement 

  • give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view 

  • reach a justified conclusion

How did you do?

5
12 marks

‘The Lord’s Prayer is the only prayer that Christians need to use.’ Evaluate this statement. 

In your answer you should: 

  • refer to Christian teaching 

  • give reasoned arguments to support this statement 

  • give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view 

  • reach a justified conclusion

[12 marks]

[SPaG 3 marks]

How did you do?

6
12 marks

‘Infant baptism is not as important as believers’ baptism.’ Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should: 

  • refer to Christian teaching 

  • give reasoned arguments to support this statement 

  • give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view 

  • reach a justified conclusion

[12 marks]

[SPaG 3 marks]

How did you do?

7
12 marks

‘Pilgrimage is the best way for Christians to grow closer to God.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should: 

  • refer to Christian teaching 

  • give reasoned arguments to support this statement 

  • give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view 

  • reach a justified conclusion. 

How did you do?