AQA_2024: A-level Religious Studies - Paper 2B Study of Religion and Dialogues: Christianity. (Merged Question Paper and Marking Scheme)

AQA_2024: A-level Religious Studies - Paper 2B Study of Religion and Dialogues: Christianity. (Merged Question Paper and Marking Scheme) A-level RELIGIOUS STUDIES Paper 2B Study of Religion and Dialogues: Christianity Monday 17 June 2024 Materials For this paper you must have:  an AQA 16-page answer book. Instructions  Use black ink or black ball-point pen. Afternoon Time allowed: 3 hours  Write the information required on the front of your answer book. The Paper Reference is 7062/2B.  Answer: – both two-part questions from Section A, and – one question from Section B, and – one question from Section C.  Do all rough work in your answer book. Cross through any work you do not want to be marked. Information  The marks for questions are shown in brackets.  The maximum mark for this paper is 100.  In each two-part question in Section A, the first part tests your knowledge and understanding, while the second part tests your skills of reasoning and evaluation.  The one-part questions in Sections B and C test your knowledge and understanding and your skills of reasoning and evaluation.  You will be marked on your ability to: – use good English – organise information clearly – use specialist vocabulary where appropriate. For A-level Religious Studies Paper 2B on Christianity, focus on the following key areas: 1. The Life of Jesus:  Birth and Early Life: Jesus’ birth (Virgin Birth, Nativity), the significance of his genealogy, and early life in Nazareth.  Ministry: His baptism by John, temptation in the wilderness, and the beginning of his public ministry. Study the key themes of his teachings and miracles, including healing, exorcisms, and nature miracles (e.g., walking on water). 2. Key Teachings of Jesus:  The Kingdom of God: Jesus’ vision of God’s rule on Earth, emphasizing justice, peace, and the transformation of society.  The Greatest Commandment: Love God and love your neighbor as yourself. Central to Christian ethical teachings.  Parables: Study the parables of Jesus, such as the Prodigal Son, the Good Samaritan, and the Lost Sheep, exploring their moral lessons about forgiveness, compassion, and salvation. 3. Christian Beliefs:  The Trinity: The doctrine of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, emphasizing the unity and distinctiveness of each person of the Trinity.  The Incarnation: The belief that Jesus is both fully divine and fully human.  Salvation and Atonement: Theories of atonement, such as substitutionary atonement (Jesus as the substitute for humanity) and Christus Victor (Christ's victory over death and sin).  Original Sin and Grace: The concept of original sin and how grace, through faith in Jesus, offers salvation. 4. Christian Practices:  Worship: Different forms of worship (liturgical vs. non-liturgical), including the role of hymns, prayers, and Bible readings.  The Sacraments: Baptism and Eucharist (Holy Communion) as the two key sacraments; the significance of each in Christian life.  Prayer: Importance of private and communal prayer. The Lord’s Prayer as a model for Christian prayer. 5. Christian Ethics:  Moral Teachings: Christian ethics based on love, justice, and the Ten Commandments. Study the ethical guidance from the Bible and how it is applied to modern issues. 6. The Church:  The Role of the Church: The Church as the Body of Christ, a community for worship, teaching, and mission.  Denominations: Major Christian denominations such as Roman Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy, and Protestantism. This summary covers the essential aspects of Christianity for Paper 2B, focusing on the life and teachings of Jesus, core Christian beliefs, practices, and ethical perspectives. 7062/2B IB/M/Jun24/G4005/E2 2 Section A: Study of Christianity Answer both questions in this section. Each question has two parts. Question 1 0 1 . 1 Examine Christian understandings of judgement. [10 marks] and 0 1 . 2 ‘The concept of God in process theology is not really God.’ Evaluate this claim. [15 marks] Question 2 0 2 . 1 Examine how Christian liberationist approaches influence society today. [10 marks] and 0 2 . 2 ‘There is little agreement among Christians about the ordination of women.’ Evaluate this claim. [15 marks] IB/M/Jun24/7062/2B 3 Section B: The dialogue between philosophy and Christianity Answer one question from this section. Either Question 3 0 3 . 1 ‘Religious sources of authority do not require miracles.’ Critically examine and evaluate this view with reference to the dialogue between Christianity and philosophy. [25 marks] or Question 4 0 4 . 1 ‘Science shows that it is not reasonable to believe in God.’ Critically examine and evaluate this view with reference to the dialogue between Christianity and philosophy. [25 marks] Turn over for Section C Turn over ► IB/M/Jun24/7062/2B 4 Section C: The dialogue between ethics and Christianity Answer one question from this section. Either Question 5 0 5 . 1 ‘Christian ethics do not deal effectively with issues concerning marriage.’ Critically examine and evaluate this view with reference to the dialogue between Christianity and ethical studies.