Jewish Practices: Festivals & the Synagogue (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A: Judaism): Exam Questions

Exam code: 1RA0

20 mins3 questions
14 marks

Explain two reasons why Yom Kippur is an important day for Jews.

212 marks

“Jewish festivals have less religious importance now.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you should:

  • refer to Jewish teachings

  • refer to different Jewish points of view

  • reach a justified conclusion.

34 marks

Explain two features of Jewish prayer in the home.