Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A Paper 2C June 2018 question paper

Outline three beliefs about the prophets other than Muhammad.

Explain two reasons why the five roots of ’Usul ad-Din are important to Shi’a Muslims.

Explain two reasons why belief in angels is important for Muslims.

In your answer you must refer to a source of wisdom and authority.

In this question, 3 of the marks awarded will be for your spelling, punctuation and grammar and your use of specialist terminology.

* (d) “The Qur’an is the only holy book necessary to live a good Muslim life.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you should:

• refer to Muslim teachings

• reach a justified conclusion.

Outline three of the Ten Obligatory Acts of Shi’a Islam.

Explain two reasons why fasting during Ramadan is important for Muslims.

Explain two reasons why giving Zakah is important to Sunni Muslims.

In your answer you must refer to a source of wisdom and authority.

“Shahadah is the most important of the Five Pillars.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you should:

• refer to Muslim teachings

• reach a justified conclusion.