Judaism & Worship (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE Religious Studies): Exam Questions

Exam code: 0490

1 hour4 questions
1a4 marks

(i) Name two features of a synagogue.

[2]

(ii) Give two artefacts used during Shabbat and outline how they are used.

[4]

1b6 marks

Explain why some Jews use the mikvah.

1c8 marks

Evaluate the importance of wearing the tallit for Jews in today’s world.
You must refer to Judaism in your answer.
Your response should consider different points of view when you evaluate the question.

2a7 marks

(i) What is Kiddush?

[3]

(ii) Briefly describe two things found in a synagogue.

[4]

2b7 marks

Explain the significance of the rabbi for a Jewish community.

2c6 marks

‘The home is the best place for Jews to worship.’
Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Judaism in your answer.

3a7 marks

(i) Name three items which Jews might wear as part of worship.

[3]

(ii) Briefly describe the instructions given to Jews in the Shema (statement of faith).

[4]

3b7 marks

Explain the significance of the menorah (seven-branched candlestick) in a synagogue.

3c6 marks

‘The chazan (cantor) and the rabbi are equally important in the synagogue.’ Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Judaism in your answer.

46 marks

‘Six days you shall labour and do all your work but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God.’

Exodus 20:9–10

‘Keeping Shabbat (Sabbath) is the most important practice in Judaism.’
Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Judaism in your answer.