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

Outline three purposes of the Five Roots in Shi’a Islam.

Explain two reasons the characteristics of Allah are important for Muslims.

Explain two lessons Muslims may learn from the life of Ibrahim.

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) “All Muslims should believe in al-Qadr.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you should:

• refer to Muslim teachings

• refer to different Muslim points of view

• reach a justified conclusion.

Outline three benefits of receiving Khums.

Explain two reasons why reciting Shahadah is important.

Explain two ways the Ten Obligatory Acts have their basis in the Qur’an.

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

“The challenges of Hajj make it a difficult Pillar to perform.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you should:

• refer to Muslim teachings

• reach a justified conclusion.