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

Exam code: 8062

2 hours18 questions
1
2 marks

Give two ways in which Christians celebrate Easter.

2
1 mark

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

  • St Andrew

  • St Bernadette

  • St Joan

  • St Peter

3
2 marks

Give two reasons why prayer is important for Christians.

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

5
2 marks

Give two types of Christian prayer.

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

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

1
4 marks

Explain two contrasting types of baptism.

2
5 marks

Explain two religious reasons why Christians celebrate Easter.

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

3
4 marks

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

4
5 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.

5
4 marks

Explain two contrasting examples of Christian worship.

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

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]

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]

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

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]

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]