Christian Practices: Worship & Celebrations (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A: Christianity): Exam Questions

Exam code: 1RA0

1 hour6 questions
1a
5 marks

Explain two things pilgrims do in Jerusalem.

In your answer you must refer to a source of wisdom and authority.

1b
15 marks

“Celebrating Easter is more important than celebrating Christmas.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you must:

  • refer to Christian teachings

  • reach a justified conclusion.

2a
3 marks

Outline three examples of when prayers might be used by Christians.

2b
5 marks

Explain two sacraments celebrated within the Catholic tradition.

In your answer you must refer to a source of wisdom and authority.

3a
3 marks

Outline three sacraments that might be important in Christian life.

3b
4 marks

Explain two reasons why Christians celebrate festivals.

4a
4 marks

Explain two activities that may take place during liturgical worship.

4b
12 marks

“The most important events of a Christian’s life are the sacraments.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against. In your response you should:

  • refer to Christian teachings

  • refer to different Christian points of view

  • reach a justified conclusion.

5a
3 marks

Outline three features of the Lord’s Prayer.

5b
4 marks

Explain two different Christian attitudes towards the number of sacraments celebrated.

5c
5 marks

Explain two reasons why some denominations have less structure to their worship.

In your answer you must refer to a source of wisdom and authority.

6a
3 marks

Outline three ways Christians celebrate Holy Week.

6b
4 marks

Explain two reasons why Christians may go on pilgrimage.

6c
5 marks

Explain two different views about the number of sacraments celebrated by Christians.

In your answer you must refer to a source of wisdom and authority.

6d
12 marks

“The Lord’s Prayer is the only one needed.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you should:

  • refer to Christian teachings

  • refer to different Christian points of view

  • reach a justified conclusion.