Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A Paper 2D June 2019 question paper

Outline three of the Five Khandas.

Explain two reasons why the founding of the Sangha is important.

Explain two reasons why dukkha is important for Buddhists.

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) “Samadhi is the most important aspect of Buddhism.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you should:

• refer to Buddhist teachings

• refer to different Buddhist points of view

• reach a justified conclusion.

Outline three objects used in Buddhist worship.

Explain two reasons why Buddhists practise Namo Buddhaya.

Explain two reasons why death rituals are important for Tibetan Buddhists.

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

“The best Buddhist worship takes place in the vihara.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you should:

• refer to Buddhist teachings

• refer to different Buddhist points of view

• reach a justified conclusion.