AQA GCSE Religious Studies B Paper 2 Section A: Islam June 2024 question paper 8063/2X

Islam: Beliefs

Which one of the following is not one of the five roots of Usul ad-Din in Shi’a Islam?

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Give two reasons why Muhammad is important for Muslims.

Explain two ways in which a belief in angels influences the lives of Muslims.

Explain two reasons why Muslims believe that the Qur’an has authority.

Refer to scripture or another source of Muslim belief and teaching in your answer.

‘Muslim beliefs about hell make it difficult to believe that God is merciful.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should:

• give reasoned arguments to support this statement

• give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view

• refer to Muslim teaching

• reach a justified conclusion.

[SPaG 3 marks]

Islam: Practices

Which one of the following celebrates the end of Ramadan?

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Give two religious actions that Muslims perform during hajj.

Explain two contrasting Muslim views about the importance of prayer.

Explain two Muslim beliefs about the benefits of fasting (sawm).

Refer to scripture or another source of Muslim belief and teaching in your answer.

‘Zakah (giving alms) is the best way for Muslims to show their obedience to God.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should:

• give reasoned arguments to support this statement

• give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view

• refer to Muslim teaching

• reach a justified conclusion.

[SPaG 3 marks]