Marriage and Family
10 Grade 10 Religious Education (CRE) questions on Marriage and Family, with worked marking schemes. 10 questions are available on this topic in full.
Question 1
1 markMr Kiprono, a father in Eldoret, constantly shouts at his children and criticises everything they do, until they lose confidence and stop trying at school. Which Bible verse most directly warns parents against this kind of behaviour?
A. Colossians 3:21
B. Genesis 2:18
C. 1 Corinthians 7:4
D. Proverbs 10:1
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4 marks(a) State three values that Christian couples need in order to build a stable family. (3 marks)
(b) Give one reason why Christians regard marriage as sacred. (1 mark)
(4 marks)
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6 marksAnalyse three challenges facing families in Kenya today and recommend a Christian solution to each. (6 marks)
(6 marks)
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Any three challenges, each paired with a relevant Christian solution: 1 mark for the challenge and 1 mark for a matching solution, for 2 marks each (6 marks). Accept any relevant pairing, for example: - Unfaithfulness in marriage (infidelity): couples should remain faithful, keep their marriage vows and seek counselling from church leaders. - Domestic violence/gender-based violence: abuse should be reported to the police or the chief; victims should be protected and supported; churches should teach mutual respect and offer counselling. - Financial problems, e.g. unemployment, debts or poor money management: couples should budget together, be honest about money, work hard and avoid wasteful spending. - Poor communication and frequent quarrels: spouses should talk openly, listen to each other, forgive and pray together. - Alcohol and drug abuse: the affected person should be taken for rehabilitation and counselling and given family and church support. - Childlessness: couples should seek medical help, pray, accept each other and consider adoption. - Interference from in-laws or relatives: the couple should agree on boundaries, respectfully explain them to relatives and involve elders where necessary. - Separation because of work in different towns: spouses should keep in regular contact, visit often and stay faithful. - Neglect of children because of busy parents or excessive use of phones and social media: parents should set aside family time, hold family devotions and monitor children's activities. - Separation and divorce: couples should seek reconciliation through counselling and church elders, and the Church should support single parents and children affected. - Single parenthood: the Church and extended family should give emotional, spiritual and material support.
Question 4
1 markBefore their church wedding in Kisumu, Achieng and Otieno meet their pastor for several sessions on communication, managing money and resolving conflict. Which practice of the Church does this illustrate?
A. a marriage enrichment seminar
B. a betrothal ceremony
C. premarital counselling
D. dowry negotiation
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4 marksOutline four factors a Christian young person should consider when choosing a marriage partner. (4 marks)
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4 marksExplain two reasons why some Christians choose celibacy as an alternative to marriage. (4 marks)
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Any two of the following, well explained, 2 marks each (1 mark for the reason, 1 mark for the explanation) (4 marks): - To serve God fully without the distraction of family responsibilities: an unmarried person can give undivided attention to the work of the Lord (1 Corinthians 7:32-35). - Celibacy is a gift from God: Paul says each person has their own gift from God, and not everyone can accept celibacy, only those to whom it is given (1 Corinthians 7:7; Matthew 19:11). - For the sake of the kingdom of heaven: Jesus said some choose not to marry so as to devote themselves to God's kingdom (Matthew 19:12). - To follow the example of Jesus, who did not marry, and of Paul, who remained unmarried and wished others could be as he was (1 Corinthians 7:7-8), both of whom dedicated their lives to ministry. - As a sign of purity and total devotion to Christ, like the redeemed who follow the Lamb wherever he goes (Revelation 14:4-5). - As a requirement of a religious calling, for example Catholic priests, nuns and brothers, who take vows of celibacy. - Because of natural or physical conditions: Jesus noted that some are born unable to marry and others are made so by people, and such persons accept the single life (Matthew 19:12). - To dedicate their lives to service of the needy, for example in mission work, hospitals or children's homes.
Question 7
5 marks(a) Outline three duties of children towards their parents according to Exodus 20:12 and Proverbs 1:8-9, 10:1 and 20:20. (3 marks)
(b) State two responsibilities that Christians have towards members of their families according to 1 Timothy 5:3-8. (2 marks)
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4 marksExplain two responsibilities that husbands and wives have towards each other according to Ephesians 5:25-33 and Colossians 3:18-19. (4 marks)
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1 markSister Mary, a Catholic nun at a convent in Nyeri, has taken a lifelong vow of celibacy. Which statement describes how she is expected to live?
A. She may marry a man who is also serving in the Church.
B. She stays single and abstains from sexual relations.
C. She may marry once she reaches the age of retirement.
D. She may marry but must agree not to have any children.
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4 marksOutline four teachings of Jesus on marriage and divorce in Mark 10:1-12. (4 marks)
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