The seven sacraments

Catholic Christianity: Beliefs

Which one of the following sacraments is usually received when a Catholic is dying?

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Give two reasons why the Sacrament of Reconciliation is important for Catholics.

Explain two ways in which the Sacrament of Matrimony (Marriage) influences Christians today.

Explain two Christian beliefs about Hell.

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

‘For Christians, the most important belief about Jesus is his resurrection.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should:

• refer to Catholic 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]

Catholic Christianity: Beliefs

Which one of the following is the meaning of the term ‘purgatory’?

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Give two Catholic beliefs about matrimony (marriage).

Explain two ways in which the Genesis accounts of creation influence Christians today.

Explain two Christian beliefs about the Incarnation.

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

‘For Catholics, the Eucharist is the most important sacrament.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should:

• refer to Catholic 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]

Catholic Christianity: Beliefs

Which one of the following is not part of the Trinity?

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Give two reasons why Catholics might receive the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.

Explain two ways in which believing in life after death influences Catholics today.

Explain two Christian beliefs about redemption by Jesus.

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

‘Baptism is the most important sacrament of the Catholic Church.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should:

• refer to Catholic 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]

Catholic Christianity: Beliefs

Which one of the following gives the meaning of the term ‘sacrament’?

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Give two reasons why redemption is important for Catholics.

Explain two ways in which beliefs stated in the Nicene Creed influence Catholics today.

Explain two Christian beliefs about the importance of the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.

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

‘For Catholics, Heaven is the only important belief about life after death.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should:

• refer to Catholic 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]

Catholic Christianity: Beliefs

Which one of the following books of the Bible includes the story of creation?

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Give two reasons why judgement by God is important for Christians.

Explain two ways in which believing in the Incarnation of Jesus influences Catholics today.

Explain two Christian beliefs about the Trinity.

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

‘For Catholics, the sacraments are the best way to know God’s love.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should:

• refer to Catholic 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]