Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A Paper 2A June 2023 question paper

Outline three features of the ascension of Jesus.

Explain two reasons why Catholics believe salvation is significant.

Explain two beliefs about the nature of the Holy Spirit.

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 Creation account should not be understood literally.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you should:

• refer to Catholic teachings

• refer to different Christian points of view

• reach a justified conclusion.

Outline three reasons why Mass is important to Catholics.

Explain two ways mission is put into practice by the Church.

Explain two reasons why the sacrament of the sick is important for Catholics.

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

“The funeral rite simply marks the end of a person’s life on earth.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you should:

• refer to Catholic teachings

• reach a justified conclusion.