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

Exam code: 0490

1 hour4 questions
1a
4 marks

(i) Name two features of a synagogue.

[2]

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

[4]

1b
6 marks

Explain why some Jews use the mikvah.

1c
8 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.

2a
7 marks

(i) What is Kiddush?

[3]

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

[4]

2b
7 marks

Explain the significance of the rabbi for a Jewish community.

2c
6 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.

3a
7 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]

3b
7 marks

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

3c
6 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.

4
6 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.