AQA GCSE Religious Studies B Paper 2 Section A: Islam June 2025 question paper 8063/2X

Islam: Beliefs

Which one of the following words refers to life after death?

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Give two Muslim beliefs about the prophet Adam.

Explain two contrasting Muslim views about heaven and hell.

Explain two Muslim beliefs about God’s relationship with the world.

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

‘Belief in holy books is the most important Article of Faith for Sunni Muslims.’

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 refers to ablution (the Muslim ritual of washing before prayer)?

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Give two of the ways in which Khums is used.

Explain two ways in which going to the mosque for prayer influences the lives of Muslims.

Explain two reasons why Ashura is important for Muslims.

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

‘Fasting during Ramadan is the best way for Muslims to show their love for 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]