Topic in Class Question
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Paper 2: Thematic Studies, 1hr 45mins, 96 marks + 3 marks for SPAG, worth 50% of GCSE
Theme B: Religion and Life
Origins and value of the universe
Origins of the universe
Religious teachings + interpretations
Relationship between scientific + religious views
Value of the world + the duty of human beings to
protect it
Stewardship + dominion
Responsibility, awe + wonder
Use + abuse of the environment
Use + abuse of animals
Animal experimentation
Use of animals for food
Origins and value of human life
Origins of life, including:
Religious teachings on this + interpretations
Relationship between scientific + religious views
Concepts of sanctity of life and quality of life
Abortion
Ethical arguments, inc. sanctity + quality of life
Euthanasia
Beliefs about death + an afterlife
Impact on beliefs about value of human life