Jewish Practices: Worship & Ritual (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A: Judaism): Exam Questions

Explain two features of a marriage ceremony in Judaism.

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

“The Tenakh contains all the teachings a Jew needs to live a good life.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you must:

• refer to Jewish teachings

• reach a justified conclusion

Outline three things that happen as part of a Bar Mitzvah celebration.

Explain two reasons why the written law is important for Jews.

Explain two reasons why the Shema is important for Jews.

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

Outline three parts of the Tenakh.

Explain two ways that synagogues are used by Jewish communities.

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

“Marriage is the most important Jewish ritual.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you should:

• refer to Jewish teachings

• reach a justified conclusion.