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Religious Studies A · Edexcel 1RA0 · Paper 2A · June 2025

Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A Paper 2A June 2025 question paper

Edexcel 1RA0 · Paper 2A

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Question 1

(a)

Outline three Catholic teachings about the Incarnation.

(3)

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(b)

Explain two ways the doctrine of the Trinity has developed throughout history.

(4)

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(c)

Explain two Catholic beliefs about resurrection.

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

(5)

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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) “Humans are the greatest part of God’s creation.”

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 things that happen during Mass.

(3)

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(b)

Explain two ways the Church evangelises locally.

(4)

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(c)

Explain two reasons why Catholics show love of neighbour.

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

(5)

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(d)

“All Christians should go on pilgrimage.”

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.

(12)

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