Surah al-Furqan (Q. 25:61-77)
9 Grade 10 Religious Education (IRE) questions on Surah al-Furqan (Q. 25:61-77), with worked marking schemes. 9 questions are available on this topic in full.
Question 1
4 marksOutline four qualities of the servants of the Most Merciful ('Ibad al-Rahman) mentioned in Q. 25:63-66. (4 marks)
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4 marksExplain how the teachings of Q. 25:73 and Q. 25:75 can help a Grade 10 learner build good character. (4 marks)
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Up to 2 marks for each verse: 1 mark for the teaching and 1 mark for its application to character (4 marks). Q. 25:73: when reminded of the verses of their Lord, the servants of the Most Merciful do not fall upon them deaf and blind; they listen, reflect and act (1). Any one application (1): - accepting advice and correction from parents, teachers and madrasa teachers instead of ignoring it; - reflecting on the meaning of the Qur'an rather than reciting it without understanding; - acting on knowledge rather than following others blindly. Q. 25:75: they are rewarded with the highest chamber (al-ghurfah) in Paradise for their patience (sabr) and are greeted there with peace (1). Any one application (1): - persevering in studies and difficult tasks; - remaining patient in obeying Allah (S.W.T.) and in avoiding sin; - resisting negative peer pressure; - bearing hardship or provocation calmly.
Question 3
1 markAccording to Q. 25:70, what does Allah (S.W.T.) do for a person who committed grave sins but then repents, believes and does righteous deeds?
A. He halves their punishment on the Day of Judgement
B. He replaces their evil deeds with good deeds
C. He forgives them after a short stay in Hellfire
D. He erases their sins but withholds any reward
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1 markHalima, a Grade 10 learner in Mombasa, receives KSh 3,000 from her uncle at the start of term. Which use of the money best reflects the teaching of Q. 25:67 on spending?
A. She gives all of it away at once and is left without bus fare home
B. She spends all of it on a lavish birthday party to impress friends
C. She buys a revision book she needs, saves some and gives sadaqah
D. She locks it all away and borrows from friends to buy her lunch
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1 markQ. 25:72 describes the servants of the Most Merciful as those who 'do not bear witness to falsehood (al-zur)'. Which of these situations is a direct breach of this quality?
A. Keeping quiet about a friend's private family matter when asked
B. Refusing to lend a classmate money for an unplanned school outing
C. Reporting a bully to the teacher after a classmate was beaten up
D. Telling the deputy principal that an absent friend was in class
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4 marksExplain the meaning of Q. 25:61-62. (4 marks)
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6 marks(a) State the three grave sins that the servants of the Most Merciful avoid, according to Q. 25:68. (3 marks)
(b) Outline three ways a Muslim teenager can guard against zina (unlawful sexual relations) as taught in Islam. (3 marks)
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(a) 1 mark each (3 marks): - Calling upon another god alongside Allah (shirk). - Killing a soul which Allah (S.W.T.) has forbidden, except by right. - Committing zina (unlawful sexual intercourse). (b) Any three of the following, 1 mark each (3 marks): - Lowering the gaze (Q. 24:30-31). - Avoiding being alone (khalwa) with a member of the opposite sex who is not a mahram. - Dressing modestly according to Islamic teaching. - Fasting, as the Prophet (P.B.U.H.) advised young people who cannot yet marry (Bukhari and Muslim). - Avoiding pornography and sexually explicit music, films or social media content. - Keeping good company and avoiding friends who encourage immoral behaviour. - Staying busy with beneficial activities such as studies, sports and religious classes. - Performing prayers regularly, which keep a person from immorality (Q. 29:45). - Seeking guidance from parents, teachers or a trusted imam.
Question 8
4 marksQ. 25:72 states that when the servants of the Most Merciful pass by laghw (vain or ill speech), they pass by with dignity. Analyse two ways a Muslim youth can apply this teaching when using social media. (4 marks)
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4 marks(a) State the two requests the servants of the Most Merciful make in their supplication in Q. 25:74. (2 marks)
(b) Explain what Q. 25:77 teaches about the importance of du'a (supplication). (2 marks)
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