AQA GCSE Religious Studies A Paper 1 Option 6: Judaism June 2024 question paper 8062/16

Judaism: Beliefs

Which one of the following is not a key moral principle in Judaism?

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Give two Jewish beliefs about the divine presence (Shekhinah).

Explain two ways in which belief in God as Creator influences Jews today.

Explain two Jewish beliefs about the role of Moses.

Refer to sacred writings or another source of Jewish belief and teaching in your answer.

‘The sanctity of human life is the most important Jewish teaching.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should:

• refer to Jewish teaching

• give reasoned arguments to support this statement

• give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view

• reach a justified conclusion.

[SPaG 3 marks]

Judaism: Practices

Which one of the following best describes the Amidah?

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Give two things that take place during a Bar Mitzvah ceremony.

Explain two contrasting design features between Orthodox and Reform synagogues.

Explain two reasons why Jews worship on Shabbat.

Refer to sacred writings or another source of Jewish belief and teaching in your answer.

‘Dietary laws are important for all Jews.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should:

• refer to Jewish teaching

• give reasoned arguments to support this statement

• give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view

• reach a justified conclusion.