AQA GCSE Religious Studies B Paper 2 Section B: Themes November 2021 question paper 8063/2A

Theme A: Religion, relationships and families

Which one of the following refers to methods that some Christians might use to prevent pregnancy?

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Give two reasons why Christians might believe that gender discrimination is wrong.

Explain two contrasting views in contemporary British society about the role of women in the home.

• You must refer to a Christian view.

• Your contrasting view may come from Christianity or from another religious or non-religious tradition.

Explain two Catholic beliefs about the nature and purpose of sexual love.

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

‘Same-sex couples should be able to get married in a Catholic church.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you:

• should give reasoned arguments in support of this statement

• should give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view

• should refer to Christian arguments

• may refer to non-religious arguments

• should reach a justified conclusion.

Theme B: Religion, peace and conflict

Which one of the following means to mend broken relationships?

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Name two Christian organisations that are working for peace.

Explain two contrasting views in contemporary British society about using nuclear weapons in war.

• You must refer to a Christian view.

• Your contrasting view may come from Christianity or from another religious or non-religious tradition.

Explain two ways in which Christians may support those involved in 21st century wars.

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

‘Non-violent resistance is the right response to injustice.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you:

• should give reasoned arguments in support of this statement

• should give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view

• should refer to Christian arguments

• may refer to non-religious arguments

• should reach a justified conclusion.

Theme C: Religion, human rights and social justice

Which one of the following means that Christians show respect for the different views of others?

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Give two ways in which Christians might support victims of racial prejudice.

Explain two contrasting views in contemporary British society about the work of Christian organisations that try to end poverty.

• You must refer to a Christian view.

• Your contrasting view may come from Christianity or from another religious or non-religious tradition.

Explain two Christian beliefs about why it is important for everyone to have human rights.

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

‘It is always good to be wealthy.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you:

• should give reasoned arguments in support of this statement

• should give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view

• should refer to Christian arguments

• may refer to non-religious arguments

• should reach a justified conclusion.