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Religious Studies A · Edexcel 1RA0 · Paper 1A · June 2024

Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A Paper 1A June 2024 question paper

Edexcel 1RA0 · Paper 1A

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Question 1

(a)

Outline three ways the nature of God is shown in the Creation account.

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(b)

Explain two beliefs about humanity’s relationship with Creation.

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(c)

Explain two beliefs about the Trinity found in the Nicene Creed.

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

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(d)

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

* (d) “Living a good life is essential to receive salvation.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you must:

• refer to Catholic teachings

• reach a justified conclusion.

(15)

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Question 2

(a)

Outline three ways CAFOD works to support others.

(3)

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(b)

Explain two purposes of pilgrimage for Catholics.

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(c)

Explain two reasons why the Lord’s Prayer is important to Catholics.

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

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(d)

“Seven sacraments are essential to lead a Christian life.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you must:

• refer to Catholic teachings

• refer to different Christian points of view

• reach a justified conclusion.

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Question 3

(a)

Outline three different literary forms of the Bible.

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(b)

Explain two reasons why Catholics see the Magisterium as the teaching office of the Church.

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(c)

Explain two reasons why Catholics view Mary as a model of charity.

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

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(d)

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

* (d) “The Bible is the literal Word of God.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you must:

• refer to Catholic teachings

• refer to different Christian points of view

• reach a justified conclusion.

(15)

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Question 4

(a)

Outline three ways drama is used to express belief.

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(b)

Explain two ways the internal features of a Catholic church facilitate worship.

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(c)

Explain two ways music is used to express belief about God.

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

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(d)

“Sacred objects should only be used within a church.”

Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against.

In your response you must:

• refer to Catholic teachings

• reach a justified conclusion.

(12)

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