AQA GCSE Religious Studies B Paper 2 Section A: Judaism November 2020 question paper 8063/2Y

Judaism: Beliefs

Which one of the following explains the meaning of the term ‘Shekhinah’?

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Give two Jewish beliefs about the role of the Messiah.

Explain two ways in which God’s covenant with Abraham influences the lives of 21st century Jews.

Explain two Jewish beliefs about God as One.

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

‘For Jews today, the mitzvot between man and man are more important than the

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 Jewish teaching

• reach a justified conclusion.

[SPaG 3 marks]

Judaism: Practices

Which one of the following refers to the written law (the Jewish scriptures)?

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Give two rituals performed in Jewish marriage ceremonies.

Explain two contrasting ways in which the design of Orthodox synagogues is different from the design of Reform synagogues.

Explain two reasons why Yom Kippur is important for Jews in Great Britain today.

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

‘For Jews, the best form of worship is private prayer.’

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 Jewish teaching

• reach a justified conclusion.

[SPaG 3 marks]