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October/November 2017

Religious Education 2046/1

Marking Scheme
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1. (a) Narrate the story of Mary’s visit to Elizabeth [5]

Luke 1:39-45)

- Soon afterward Mary got ready and hurried off to a town in in the hill country of Judea

- She went into Zechariah’s house and greeted Elizabeth

- When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greetings, the baby moved within her. Elizabeth was filled
with the holy spirit

- And said in a loud voice, you are the most blessed of all women and blessed is that child you
will bear

- Why should this great thing happen to me, that my lord’s mother comes to visit me?

- For as soon as I heard your greetings. The baby within me jumped with gladness

- How happy you are to believe that the lord’s message to you will come true!

(Any 10 points @ ½ points each = 5 marks)

(b) State two points why God chose Mary and Elizabeth to fulfil his
purpose. [4]

- Their way of life pleased God

- They were expecting the messiah

- They were instructed in a supernatural way to use their natural desires

- They were willing and available to fulfil God’s purposes

(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4 points)

(c) (i) Kazanga says, “I find it difficult to know how God directs Christians in the ways that is

Pleasing to Him.” State three Christian pieces of advice you would give Kazanga on how

God directs human lives. [6]

- Through his word/bible

- By inner inspiration of the Holy Spirit

- Making themselves available to God

- Through circumstances of life

- By having peace of mind in decision making

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 points)

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(ii) How do people in Zambian society make right

decisions for the right directions? State three points. [6]

- Circumstances in their lives

- The advice of their friends
- Using their freedom properly
- Doing various things to discover what they can do best.
- Prayer
- Through asking God’s direction.
- Consulting from elders.
(Any 3 points @2marks each = 6marks)

(d) In what ways are the Christian teaching

similar to those of Muslims? State two points. [4]

- God ordains every phase and activity of life.

- Everything that happens is God’s will/allowed by God.

- Both use Holy Scriptures as a basis for guidance.

(Any 2 points @2marks each = 4 marks)

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2. (a) Relate the story of the imprisonment and the death of John the Baptist. [5]

Mark 6:17-22

- Herod himself had ordered john’s arrest, and he had him tied up and put in prison.
Herod did this because of Herodias, whom he had married, even though she was the
wife of his brother Phillip.
- John the Baptist kept telling Herod, it isn’t right for you to marry your brother’s wife.
- So Herodias held a grudge against john and wanted to kill him, but she could not
because of Herod.
- Herod was afraid of john because he knew that John was a good and holy man, and so
he kept him safe. He liked to listen to him, even though he became greatly disturbed
every time he heard him.
- Finally Herodias got her chance. It was on Herod’s birthday, when he gave a feast
for all the top government officials, the military chiefs, and the leading citizens of
Galilee.
- The daughter of Herodias came in and danced, and please Herod and his guests. So
the king said to the girl, what would you like to have? I will give you anything you
want.
- With many vows he said to her, I swear that I will give you anything you ask for,
even as much as half my kingdom!
- So the girl went out and asked her mother, what shall I ask for? The head of John the
Baptist, she answered.
- The girl hurried back at once to the king and demanded, I want you to give me here
and now the head of John the Baptist on a plate!
- This made the king very sad, but he could not refuse her because of the vows he had
made in front of his entire guest.
- So he sent off a guard at once with orders to bring john’s head. The guard left, went
to the prison, and cut John’s head off;
- Then he brought it on a place and gave it to the girl, who gave it to her mother.
- When john’s disciples heard about this, they came and got his body and buried it.

(Any 10 points @ ½ marks each = 5 marks)

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(b) In what ways was the work of Jesus different form that of John the Baptist?

Give two points

[4]

- John challenged people to repent but not forgive sins while jesus as the son of God could
forgive sin when people repented

- John baptized people with water as a sign of repentance in preparation for the coming of Jesus
while Jesus would baptize those who repented with the power of the Holy Spirit, to help them
live their lives to please God.

- John the Baptist could not cast out demons but Jesus did so

- John did not heal the sick but Jesus healed the sick

- (any 2 points @ 2 mark each = 4 marks)

(C) (i) the president of a certain country directs that, “all government officials in my
administration should exhibit the right behavior as they carry out their duties,” state three
examples of right behavior as to be portrayed by government officers. [6]

- Not taking advantage of their positions

- Working honestly to benefit others

- Not accepting bribes

- Working hard

(Credit any other positive solutions)

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(ii) How do ordinary people in secular work portray right behavior in modern Zambian society? State
three points.
[6]

- Working hard

- Being honest and trustful

- Not wasting employer’s time

- Having good reputation

- Being upright

- Avoiding corruption practices

(Credit any other positive solutions

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(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 points)

(d) In what ways are the main messages of Christianity different from that of Islam?

State two points. [4]

Christianity - Charity work or giving is not an obligation.

Islam - Alms giving is an obligation.

Christianity - it is not mandatory to go the Holy Land

Islam - pilgrimage is a must in one’s life time.

Christianity - fasting is done when there is need.

Islam - fasting is fixed during the month of Ramadan.

(Any 2 differences@2marks each = 4 marks)

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3. (a) Relate the story of Jesus’ baptism by John the Baptist [5]

Mathew 3:13 – 17

- At that time jesus arrived from Galilee

- And came to john at the Jordan to be baptized by him.

- But john tried to make him change his mind

- “I ought to be baptized by you,” John said, “and yet you have come to me!”

- But Jesus answered him, “Let it be so for now.

- For in this way we shall do all that God requires,” so john agreed.

- As soon as Jesus was baptized, he came up out of the water.

- Then heaven was opened to him and he saw the spirit of God coming down life a dove and
lighting on him

- Then a voice said form heaven,

- This is my own dear son, with whom I am pleased.”

(Any 10 points @ ½ points each = 5 marks)

(b)There are many forms of baptism carried out by various churches. Mention any two of these.
[4]

- Sprinkling water

- Pouring water

- Immersion in water

(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)

(c) (i) Chaminuka has been a Christian for a long time. However, she has not undergone water
baptism, one day she says to you, “I do not see the importance of water baptism,” as a mature
Christian, state three points you would give Chaminuka on the importance of baptism.
[6]

- Identifying with Christ in his death, burial and resurrection

- It is done in obedience to Christ

- It is a command from Christ

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- It is an outward sign that repentance and forgiveness have already taken place

- Association with the body of Christ

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(ii) Why are initiation rites for both boys and girls important in modern Zambian society? Give three
points.
[6]

- Mark of becoming an adult

- Prepare them for their adulthood roles

- Are trained to be responsible members of the community

- Are trained in discipline

- Are trained in skills and right attitudes in society

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(d) In what ways are the purposes of Christian baptism similar to the Zambian tradition initiation
practices? State two points [4]

In both it shows

- That one has passed from one stage of life to the other.

- Publicly that one has entered a new way of life

- An outward symbol of an inward reality

- That one is ready to take an adulthood responsibility

(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)

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4. (a) Tell the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand people [5]

Luke 9:12-17

- When the sun was beginning to set, the twelve disciples came to him and said,
- Send the people away so that they can go to the villages and farms around here and find food
and lodging, because this is a lonely place

-But Jesus said to them, you have five loaves and two fish.”

-They answered; you yourselves give them something to eat.”

-They answered; all we have are five loaves and two fish.”

-Do you want us to go and buy food for this whole crowd?

(There were about five thousand men there.)

- Jesus said to his disciples,

-“Make the people sit down in groups of about fifty each.”

- After the disciples had done so,

- Jesus took the five loaves and to fish, looked up to heaven, thanked God for them,

- broke them, and gave them to the disciples to distribute to the people

- They all ate and had enough.

- And the disciples took up twelve baskets of what was left over.

(Any 10 points @ ½ points each = 5 marks)

(b) What does this incident show about the character of Jesus Christ?
State two points [4]

- His divine power to multiply five loaves of bread and to fish

- His deity and humanity to show compassion for the crowd and feed them
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- His dependence on God his father by first giving thanks before breaking the
bread and fish.

- He was also the only provider of both physical and spiritual needs.

(c) (i) John invites Peter to a healing and deliverance crusade at his
Church. However, Peter refuses and says that the he does not believe in miracles. As a
Christian, explain to Peter why Christians believe in miracles. State three points.
[6]
Belief

- In the resurrection of Jesus

- In a miracle working God
- That miracles occur today
- In the birth of Jesus
(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)
(ii) What are the views of the people in modern Zambian society on miracles?

State three points. [6]

- Some believe in miracles

- Others do not believe in a miracle working God
- Some do not believe in a miracle itself
- There is lack of proof or evidence

(d) What ways is the teaching of Christian with regard to miracles different from those of Muslims?

State two points. [4]

Christian -God can use anyone with faith to perform miracles

Muslim - God only uses prophets sent by him to perform miracles

Christian - The test of the genuine believer is not the ability to perform

Miracles

Muslim - Holy men are used by God to perform miracles in order to

Increase their reputation

(Any 2 differences @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)

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SECTION B

5. (a) Describe the story of the rich man and Lazarus [5]

Luke 16:19 – 30

- Here was once a rich man who dressed in the most expensive clothes and lived in great
luxury every day

- There was also a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores, who used to be brought to the
rich man’s door,

- Hopping to eat the bits of food that fell from the rich man’s table. Even the dogs would come
and lick his sores.

- The poor man died and was carried by the angels to sit beside Abraham at the feast in heaven.
The rich man died and was buried. And in Hades, where he was in great pain, he looked up
and saw Abraham, far away, with Lazarus at his side.

- So he called out, father Abraham! Take pity on me, and send Lazarus to dip his finger in
some water and cool off my tongue, because I am in great pain in this fire!

- But Abraham said, remember, my son, that in your lifetime you were given all the good
things, while Lazarus got all the bad things. But now he is enjoying himself here, while you
are in pain.

- Besides all that, there is a deep pit lying between us, so that those who want to cross over
from here to you cannot do so, nor can anyone cross over to us from where you are.

- The rich man said, and then I beg you, father Abraham; send Lazarus to my father’s house.

- Where I have five brothers, let them go and warn them so that they, at least, will come to this
place of pain.

- Abraham said your brothers have Moses and the prophets to warn them; your brothers should
listen to what they say.

- The rich man answered. That is not enough, father Abraham! But if someone were to rise
from death and go to them, then they would turn from their sins.
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- But Abraham said, if they will not listen to Moses and the prophets, they will not be
convinced even if someone were to rise from death.

(Any 10 points @ 1 mark each = 5 marks)

(b) (i) why did the rich man in the passage fail to use his wealth to serve God? State one point.

- Because he had no time for God

- Because he valued his riches more than God and others
(Any one point @ 2 marks = 2 marks)
(ii) According to Jesus, what is the duty of Christians in this life to others in the

above passage? State one point.

[4]

- To be unselfish and concerned for others

(Failure to use wealth @ 2 marks + duty of Christians @ 2 marks = 4 marks)

(c) (i) Obed says, “it is clear from what is happening in the world today, Jesus is about to

come.” He further said, “Christians should ensure that they do their responsibly faithfully,”
state three duties that Christians can do in preparation for the coming of Jesus Christ.
[6]
- Helping others in need.

- Witnessing to others.

- Obeying Christ’s instructions for Christian living.

- Obedience to God’s teaching.

- Doing what is good.

- Preaching to others.

- Should repent.

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(ii) What are the signs of the coming judgment in modern Zambian society? State three points.
[6]
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- Earthquakes

- Wars.

- Famines.

- Spreading diseases.

- Persecution will come.

- Children disobeying parents.

- False prophets/teachers.

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(d) In what ways are the ideas about the final judgments in Christianity different from
that of Hinduism? State two points. [4]
Christianity -Judgement is determined by one’s response to Christ

Hinduism -Performance of deeds is essential (karma)

Christianity –Judgement comes on the day of Judgement.

Hinduism- Judgement comes soon after one’s death.

Christianity - Belief in resurrection.

Hinduism - Belief in reincarnation.

(Any 2 differences@2marks each = 4 marks)

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6 (a). Narrate the story of the transfiguration of Jesus

[5]

- About a week after he had said these things, Jesus took Peter, John, and James with him
and went up a hill to pray.
- While he was praying, his face changed its appearance, and his clothes became dazzling
white.
- Suddenly two men were there talking with him
- They were Moses and Elijah
- Who appeared in heavenly glory and talked with Jesus about the way in which he would
soon fulfil God’s purpose by dying in Jerusalem.
- Peter and his companions were sound asleep,
- But they woke up and saw Jesus’ glory and the two men who were standing with him.
- As the men were leaving Jesus, Peter said to him, Master, how good it is that we are here!
- We will make three tents, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah
- (He did not really know what he was saying.)
- While he was still speaking, a cloud appeared and covered them with its shadow;
- And the disciples were afraid as the cloud came over them.
- A voice said from the cloud,
- This is my Son, whom I have chosen listen to him!
- When the voice stopped, there was Jesus all alone.
- The disciples kept quiet about all this and told no one at that time anything they had seen.
(Any 10 points @ ½ marks each = 5 marks)
(b) (i) In the above passage, two people namely Moses and Elijah appeared, state what each one
represent. Give TWO points.
[4]

- Moses representing the Old testament law

- Elijah representing the old testament prophets
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(ii)What was the significance of the voice in the passage? Give one point.

- It confirmed all that Jesus was doing, especially His plan to go on to Jerusalem for His
death and resurrection.
- For fulfilment of the Old Testament prophecy and the law

(Representation of two words Moses and Elijah @ 1 mark + significance of the voice @ 2 marks
= 4 marks)

(c) (i) “I do not understand why Christians should suffer for the sake of Christ” wondered a
church elder. “I have been a Christian for 10 years full of suffering and I feel discouraged,”
he said, what Christian advice would you give to the church elder on why Christians suffer
for the sake of Christ? State three points [6]
.
- Jesus follows must be willing to suffer
- To test and purity people’s faith
- Christ flowers must be ready to make sacrifices
- To grow the Kingdom of God
- God gives strength to endure suffering
- To teach people to depend on God for
- Christians can have faith and hope even in suffering
- Christ’s followers must suffer for …
- God provides a way out of suffering
- Discipline people and teach them
(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(ii)How can people in modern Zambian society avoid suffering? State three points.
[6]

- Maintain good moral standards.

- Do not take drugs.
- Caring for the environment.
- Respect human rights.
- Birth control.

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

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(d) In what ways are the Christian teaching different from that of Hindus? State two points. [6]
Christianity – God may allow us to suffer to test our faith but much suffering is tragic and

could not come from a caring God.

Hinduism - everything comes from god even suffering.

Christianity – suffering is a test of one’s faith to prove that it is real.

Hinduism - suffering is a way to measure one’s strength of mind and soul.

Christianity - all Christians suffer at times it does not depend on the amount of holiness

but God gives strength to endure it.

Hinduism - the more holy a person is, the greater his power to bear suffering.

(Any 2 differences@2marks each = 4 marks)

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7 (a) Tell the story of the burial of Jesus

[5]
Luke 23:50 – 56
- There was a man named Joseph from Arinathea, a town in Judea,
- He was a good and honourable man, who was waiting for the coming of the
kingdom of God.
- Although he was a member of the council, he had not agreed with their decision
and action.
- He went into the presence of Pilate and
- asked for the body of Jesus
- then took the body down, wrapped it in a linen sheet, - placed
- it in a tomb which had been dug out of solid rock and which had never been
used.
- It was Friday, and the Sabbath was about to begin
- The women who had followed Jesus from Galilee went with Joseph
- And saw the tomb and how Jesus’ body was placed in it.
- Then they went back home and prepared the spices and perfumes for the body
- On the Sabbath they relaxed as the law commanded.

(Any 10 points @ ½ marks each = 5 marks)

(b) What is the New Testament teaching about the meaning of Jesus’ death? State two
points.
[4]
- Brought an end to animal sacrifice
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- Brings reconciliation between man and God

- Man’s sins are forgiven through the blood of Jesus
- Man can approach God without fear of judgment
- Barriers between Jews and gentiles have been broken down through the blood of
Jesus.
- Brings eternal salvation
(Any 2 differences @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)

(c) (i) Mildred is a Christian who has been terminally ill and confides in you that she fears death.

As a Christian what advice would you give Mildred on why Christian should
not fear death? Give three points. [6]

- The death of Christ removes fear of death from those who believe in his name.

- Physical death is temporal because Jesus through his death on the cross defeated
death.

- Those who believe in Jesus though they die, shall live again, death has no power
over those who believe in Jesus.

- The power of death comes from sin, but Christ has defeated death by removing
the sin of mankind through the cross

- Death is the gate way to heaven

- Only the body is destroyed but not the spirit

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(ii) What are the negative attitudes to death in modern Zambian society?

State three points. [6]

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Blame it on

- Witchcraft

- Others

- God

- An agent such as; hatred and jealousy, a curse, a grudge

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(d)In which ways are Christian teaching son burial practices similar to that of Muslims?

State two points. [4]

- Relatives gather at home to mourn

- Both pay their last respect

- Both may take their dead to their places of worship

- Both bury their dead

- Both conduct prayers

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

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8 (a) Tell the story of Elijah raising the widow’s son at Zarephath.
[5]

1kings 17:17 – 24

- Sometime later the widow’s son got sick; he got worse and worse, and finally he died.
- She said to Elijah, man of god, why did you do this to me?
- Did you come here to remind God of my sins and so cause my son’s death?
- Give the boy to me, Elijah said.
- He took the boy from her arms, carried him upstairs to the room where he was staying,
and laid him on the bed.
- Then he prayed aloud, O LORD my God, why have you done such a terrible thing to this
widow?
- She has been kind enough to take care of me, and now you kill her son!
- Then Elijah stretched himself out on the boy three times and prayed
- O LORD my God, restore this child to life!
- The LORD answered Elijah’s prayer; the child started breathing again and revived.
- Elijah too the boy back down stairs to his mother and said to her, look, your son is alive!
- She answered, now I know that you a man of God and that the LORD really speaks
through you!
(Any 10 points @ ½ marks each = 5 marks)

(b) What did Jesus mean when he called himself, “the Resurrection and the life?”
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Give two points.

[4]
- Those that were spiritually dead through sin, may have eternal life through faith in him.
- Jesus had power over death
- Jesus was the Son of God
(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)

(c) (i) During a history lesson, a teacher challenged Christian learners to prove that Jesus rose
from death if he is to be converted to Christianity. Show three “proofs” to the teacher
from the New Testament teachings on the
resurrection of Jesus.
[6]

- The apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ gave witness to the resurrection of Jesus
- So far no one has ever discovered the evidence of the resurrection
- The coming of the Holy Spirit witnesses the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
- The transformation of people’s lives as they accept Christ’s
(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(ii) What ides do people hold about life after death in modern
Zambian Society? State three points.
[6]

- Some believe that there is no life after death

- Others believe that there is no life after death
- Some believe that death is a cessation of life
- Some people believe that the present life has no bearing on the next life.
(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(d) In what ways are Christian belief in the after death similar to those of
Hindus? State two points [4]

- Both believe that there is life after death

- Both believe that there is a better life after this present life
- Both believe that there is life beyond the grave and is eternal
(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)
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SECTION C

9 (a) Relate an account of peter’s vision and the roman officer’s household [5]

(Acts 10 9-23)

- The next day, as they were on their way and coming near Joppa, peter went up on
the roof of the house about noon in order to pray,

- He became hunger and wanted something to eat;

- While the food was being prepared, he had a vision

- He saw heaven opened and something coming down that looked like a large
sheet

- Being lowered by its four corners to the earth

- In it were all kinds of animals, reptiles, and wild birds

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- A voice said to him, get up, peter, kill and eat!

- But peter said, certainly not, lord! I have never eaten anything ritually unclean or
defiled.

- The voice spoke to him again, do not consider anything unclean that God has
declared clean.

- This happened three times, and then the thing was taken back up in heaven.

- While peter was wondering about the meaning of this vision, the men sent by
Cornelius had learned where Simon’s house was, and they were now standing in
front of the gate.

- They called out and asked, it there a guest here by the name of Simon peter?

- Peter was still trying to understand what the vision meant, when the Spirit said,
Listen! Three men are here looking for you

- So get ready and go down, and do not hesitate to go with them, have sent them.

- So Peter went down and said to the men, I am the man you are looking for. Why
have you come?

- Captain Cornelius sent us, they answered. He is a good man who worships God
and is highly respected by all the Jewish people. An angel of God told him to
invite you to his house, so that he could hear what you have to say.

- Peter invited the men in and had them spend the night there. The next day he

got ready and went with them; and some of the believers from Joppa went

along with him.

(Any 10 points @ ½ mark each = 5 marks)

(b) Give two reasons why some early Christians at first opposed the inclusion of the
Non-Jews in the church. [4]

- Non-Jews were considered unclean

- They were considered sinners

- They were considered sinners

- They were considered as people beyond god’s forgiveness/redemption

- They were considered outcasts

- They were uncircumcised and did not obey Moses’ law

(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)

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(c) (i) In a certain local church, the congregants refuse to accept the Pastor who was
transferred from another town. What Christian advice would you give the congregants
on the need to accept people of different tribes? State three points. [6]
- Do not discriminate as a Christian

- Christians are all one in Christ Jesus

- God does not discriminate.

- Anyone who hinders God’s word will be punished.

- The Gospel is universal message and cuts across tribes or races.

- It will be deemed tribalism

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(ii) How should people in modern Zambian society relate to people

of different tribes, races and cultures? State three points [6]

- Break communication barriers

- Avoid prejudice

- Avoid segregation.

- Avoid tribalism/racism

- Mix with others freely

- Live at peace with other people

NB credit any positive answer.

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

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(d)In what ways are Christian teachings on inclusion of people of various races and

cultures different from those of Muslims? State two points. [4]

Christian - there are no religious conflicts between certain

traditional customs, marriage, family and death

Muslim - conflicts may arise in a cross-cultural situation especially between

certain traditional customs and religious beliefs.

Christian - use persuasion and love to witness to people of different races

Muslim - may use force to witness to other races especially those who try

to oppose them.

Christian - belief must be accompanied by repentance

Muslim - a declaration of belief in the main teaching is sufficient to make one

a disciple of Islam

(Any 2 points of differences @ 2 marks each = 4 marks

10 (a) Give an account of the story of Ananias and Sapphira [5]

Acts 5:11-11

- But there was a man named Ananias, who with his wife sapphire sold some property that
belonged to them.

- But with his wife’s agreement he kept part of the money for himself and turned the rest over
to the apostles

- Peter said to him, Ananias, why did you let Satan take control of you and make you lie to the
Holy Spirit by keeping part of the money you received for the property?

- Before you sold the property, it belonged to you: and after you sold it, the money was yours.
Why, then, did you decide to do such a thing? You have not lied to people – you have lied to
God!

- As soon as Ananias heard this, he fell down dead; and all who heard about it were terrified.
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- The young men came in, wrapped up his body, carried him out, and buried him.

- About three hours later his wife, not knowing what had happened came in

- Peter asked her, tell me, was this the full amount you and your husband received for your
property? Yes, she answered, the full amount.

- So peter said to her, why did you and your husband decide to put the Lord’s Spirit to the test?
The men who buried your husband are at the door right now, and they will carry you out too!

- At once she fell down at his feet and died. The young men came in and saw that she was
dead, so they carried her out and buried her beside her husband.

- The whole church and all the others who heard of this were terrified.

(Any 10 points @ 1/1 mark each = 5 marks)

(b) (i) What two sins did Ananias and sapphire commit? [4]

- Lied to both man and God

- Cheated both man and God

- Pretended/hypocritical to both man and God

- Lied to the Holy Spirit

(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4marks)

(ii) State TWO positive reactions of the early church believers to this

incident [6]
.

- Had a deep sense of awe/fear of God

- Had a deep sense reverence for God
(2 sins committed @ 1 mark each = 2 marks + 2 Christian reactions @ 1 mark each = 2
marks; total = 4 marks)
(c) (i) Gunda has been a treasurer of a certain local church for some time. However, the church
discovered that some money was missing. When asked, Gunda admitted to have used the money on
personal matters. State three Christian advices you would give Gunda against being dishonest.
[6]

- He should not steal from God

- He should not use God’s money for his own gain.
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- God does not bless anything that comes through deceit.

- He should learn to be honest and trustworthy
- Stealing is sin/the bible forbids stealing
(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(ii) How do people in modern Zambian society resolve

disagreements? State three points.

[6]

- Counselling those in conflict to help them resolve

- Conducting mutual discussions between both sides.
- Careful investigation as what could be the root cause of the problem
- Consulting other people who could provide guidance on the conflict
- Those in disagreements are encouraged to be open and honest to each other
- Forgiveness
(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)
(d) In what ways are Christian teachings on way differences are resolved in a community similar to
that of Zambian traditionalists? State two points.
[4]

- solves problems of different levels/ decisions of the elders

- Workers to understand the problem

- Look at all aspects of the situation

- Work to avoid exploitation

- Follow laid down guidelines

- Resolve problems in a peaceful manner

(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)

11 (a) give an account of the fourth commandment

[5]

Exodus 20:8 – 11

- Observe the Sabbath and keep it holy.

- You have six days in which to do your work,
- But the seventh day is a day of rest dedicated to me.
- On that day no one is to work
- Neither you, your children, your slaves, your animals,
- Nor the foreigners who live in your country
- In six days I, the LORD, made the earth,
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- The sky, the seas, and everything in them,

- But on the seventh day, I rested.
- That is why I, the LORD, blessed the Sabbath and made it holy.

(Any 10 points @ ½ marks each = 5 marks)

(b) How did Jesus’ disciples observe the Lord’s Day? State two points. [4]

- They rested and relaxed

- They worshiped and praised the Lord
- They healed the sick
- They did good things
(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)
(c) (i) Kwanu a newly converted Christian. However he was seen patronizing drinking places during
leisure time. When asked, Kwanu responded that, “I don’t know where and how to spend leisure
time. “What Christian advice would you give Kwanu on how to spend leisure time? State three
points. [6]

- He should spend his leisure time in a way approved by God

- He should be using his leisure time properly as he will be accountable to God on how he uses
his leisure time.
- It is one way of resting and relaxing
- He can worship and praise God through the TV programmes
Church activities

Credit any other positives response

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks

(ii) How can people in modern Zambian society spend their leisure time

negatively? State three points [6]

- Drinking beer
- Prostitution
- Drug abuse
- Watching bad movies
Credit any other negative response.
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(Any 3 points @2marks each = 6marks)

(d) In what similar ways do Christians and Hindus spend their leisure

time? State two points. [4]

- Relaxing and resting

- Visiting families and friends.

- Taking part in sport.

- Social gatherings that are acceptable or Godly.

- Doing what is good.

(Any 2 points @2marks each = 4 marks)

12. (a) Relate the parable a Rich Fool.

[5]

Luke 12:13-21

- A man in the crowd said to Jesus, teacher, tell my brother to divide with me the property
our father left us
- Jesus answered him, friend, who gave me the right to judge or to divide that property
between you two?
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- And he went on to say to them all, watch out and guard yourselves from every kind of
greed;
- Because your true life is not made up of the things you own, no matter how rich you may
be.
- Then Jesus told them this parable: there was once a rich man who had land which bore
good crops
- He began to think to himself, “I don’t have a place to keep all my crops. What can I do?
- This is what I will do, he told himself;
- I will tear down my barns and build bigger ones, where I will store the grain and all my
other goods.”
- Then I will say to myself, lucky man! You have all the good things you need for many
years.
- Take life easy, eat, drink, and enjoy yourself
- But god said to him. “You fool! This very night you will have to give up your life;
- Then who will get all these things you have kept for yourself?
- And Jesus concluded, this is how it is with those who pile up riches for themselves but are
not rich in God’s sight.

(Any 10 points @ ½ marks each = 5 marks)

(b) From the above story, state two characteristics of rich people as pointed out by Jesus.
[4]

- Many rich people are greedy and covetous

- Exploit the poor and the needy
- They are dishonest
- Many rich people have forgotten their creator/God.

(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)

(c) (i) Chati was once a committed Christian. However, now he has backslidden because of
wealth. His son has become worried that his father might not enter the kingdom of God. He
asks you, “What Christian response would you give Chati’s son on why it is hard for a rich
person to enter God’s Kingdom? State three points.
[6]

- Pride
- Forgetting God
- Denying God
- Rejecting Christ
- Selfishness/greedy

(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)

(ii) How should the positive attitudes to wealth and possessions similar to that

of Hindus? Give two points.

[6]
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- Save monthly.
- Use it wisely by investing.
- Use it on family needs.
- A means to promote God’s work.
(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)
(d) In what ways are Christian attitudes to wealth and possessions

similar to that of Hindus? Give two points.

[4]

- Wealth must be acquired honestly

- Wealth is a blessing if used rightly and horrible block if used wrongly.
(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)