The Baptism of Jesus

16 Grade 5 Religious Education (CRE) questions on The Baptism of Jesus, with worked marking schemes. 16 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   4 marks

   The voice from heaven called Jesus 'my beloved Son.' Explain two things this shows about Jesus.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any two well-explained (2 marks each): it shows that Jesus is the Son of God; it shows God loves Jesus; it shows God was pleased with Jesus and approved of His mission/work; it confirmed Jesus as the promised Messiah.

2. Question 2

   3 marks

   (a) Who was John the Baptist?

   (b) State two things John did to prepare the people for Jesus.

   (3 marks)

   Marking scheme

   (a) 1 mark: John the Baptist was the messenger/prophet who prepared the way for Jesus (he baptized people at the River Jordan). (b) Any two (1 mark each = 2 marks): he preached and told people to repent of their sins; he baptized those who repented; he told them the Messiah/Saviour was coming.

3. Question 3

   1 mark

   In which river was Jesus baptized?

   A. The River Jordan

   B. The River Nile

   C. The Sea of Galilee

   D. The Red Sea

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   From which town did Jesus come to be baptized by John?

   A. Bethlehem

   B. Nazareth

   C. Jericho

   D. Jerusalem

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   Before baptizing Jesus, John felt unworthy. What did John say to Jesus?

   A. I am greater than you

   B. Come back tomorrow

   C. Go away from me

   D. I need to be baptized by you

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   Jesus told John he should be baptized in order to:

   A. Become a king

   B. Become rich

   C. Fulfil all righteousness

   D. Be forgiven of sin

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   John the Baptist told the people to do what in order to prepare the way for the Lord?

   A. Fight

   B. Travel

   C. Repent

   D. Sleep

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   Who baptized Jesus in the River Jordan?

   A. Paul

   B. John the Baptist

   C. Peter

   D. Andrew

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   What food did John the Baptist eat while living in the wilderness?

   A. Locusts and wild honey

   B. Bread and fish

   C. Fruits and nuts

   D. Meat and milk

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10. Question 10

    3 marks

    State three things that happened when Jesus was baptized in the River Jordan.

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    What kind of clothes did John the Baptist wear in the wilderness?

    A. Clothes made of camel's hair

    B. The skin of a lion

    C. A royal robe

    D. A white linen suit

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    When Jesus was baptized, the Holy Spirit came down upon Him in the form of a:

    A. Fire

    B. Cloud

    C. Wind

    D. Dove

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13. Question 13

    6 marks

    Explain three lessons Christians learn from the baptism of Jesus.

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    Any three well-explained (2 marks each): baptism is important and should be accepted by believers; we should obey God's will as Jesus did; we should be humble (Jesus, though sinless, was baptized); the Holy Spirit guides believers; God is pleased when we do what is right.

14. Question 14

    4 marks

    John baptized people who repented of their sins.

    (a) Explain what it means to repent.

    (b) State two wrong actions a pupil should turn away from.

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    (a) 2 marks: to repent means to feel sorry for one's sins and to turn away from them, deciding to do what is right. (b) Any two (1 mark each): lying/cheating; stealing; bullying others; disobeying parents and teachers; using bad language.

15. Question 15

    3 marks

    Give three ways a person who has been baptized should live in order to please God.

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16. Question 16

    1 mark

    What did the voice from heaven say when Jesus was baptized?

    A. This is the king of Egypt

    B. This is my servant Moses

    C. This is my prophet Elijah

    D. This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased

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