Family Unity

17 Grade 5 Religious Education (CRE) questions on Family Unity, with worked marking schemes. 17 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   Which value most promotes unity in a family?

   A. Jealousy

   B. Greed

   C. Hatred

   D. Love

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   The first family described in the Bible was that of...

   A. Adam and Eve

   B. Isaac and Rebecca

   C. Joseph and Mary

   D. Abraham and Sarah

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   The command 'Honour your father and your mother' is one of the Ten...

   A. Blessings

   B. Miracles

   C. Plagues

   D. Commandments

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4. Question 4

   6 marks

   Two brothers keep quarrelling over who should use the television. Explain three ways they can solve this conflict peacefully.

   (6 marks)

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   Any 3 explained, 2 marks each: talk it out through dialogue; agree to take turns and share fairly; forgive and apologise to each other; involve their parents to help make a fair timetable.

5. Question 5

   3 marks

   State three activities a family can do together to strengthen their unity.

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6. Question 6

   6 marks

   Explain three reasons why forgiveness is important in a family.

   (6 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any 3 explained, 2 marks each: it restores peace and unity; it shows love for one another; it pleases God and obeys his command to forgive; it prevents grudges and revenge from destroying the family.

7. Question 7

   1 mark

   In the parable of the lost (prodigal) son, the father welcomed his son back home. This shows the father's...

   A. anger

   B. forgiveness

   C. pride

   D. rejection

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8. Question 8

   4 marks

   Explain two ways in which children can show respect to their parents.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any 2 explained, 2 marks each: obeying their instructions; using polite and kind language when speaking to them; helping them with work; greeting them; caring for them when they are sick or old.

9. Question 9

   4 marks

   Give four values that promote unity in a Christian family.

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    A good way to solve a disagreement between family members is through...

    A. keeping silent forever

    B. dialogue and forgiveness

    C. fighting

    D. revenge

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Which activity best brings family members closer together?

    A. Gossiping

    B. Family prayer

    C. Stealing

    D. Quarrelling

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    Ruth remained faithful and loyal to her mother-in-law...

    A. Esther

    B. Naomi

    C. Mary

    D. Sarah

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13. Question 13

    1 mark

    When members of a family share the household chores, they promote...

    A. cooperation

    B. quarrels

    C. laziness

    D. greed

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14. Question 14

    1 mark

    A child who greets and obeys the elders in the family shows good...

    A. weakness

    B. character

    C. laziness

    D. pride

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15. Question 15

    4 marks

    (a) Name the parents in the first family in the Bible.

    (b) State two things that can cause conflict in a family.

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16. Question 16

    1 mark

    Joseph forgave his brothers who had sold him into slavery in Egypt. This act shows...

    A. forgiveness

    B. jealousy

    C. hatred

    D. revenge

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17. Question 17

    2 marks

    List two ways in which children can promote unity in their family.

    (2 marks)

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    Any 2 for 1 mark each: obeying their parents; helping with household chores; loving and caring for their brothers and sisters; sharing what they have; praying together.

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