Care for the Environment

17 Grade 5 Religious Education (HRE) questions on Care for the Environment, with worked marking schemes. 17 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   4 marks

   Water is one of nature's important gifts.

   (a) Give two ways water is wasted at home.

   (b) Suggest two ways a family can save water.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   (a) 2 marks - any two: leaving taps running/open; letting containers overflow; leaking pipes not repaired; using too much water carelessly. (b) 2 marks - any two: close taps when not in use; repair leaking taps/pipes; collect/harvest rainwater; reuse water for watering plants; use a cup instead of running tap when brushing. (Max 4)

2. Question 2

   3 marks

   Read the scenario: 'Learners in a Nairobi school find that the drainage is blocked by plastic bags, causing dirty water to collect in the compound.' Suggest three actions the learners can take to solve the problem and care for their environment.

   (3 marks)

   Marking scheme

   1 mark each, max 3: remove the plastic bags from the drainage (with adult help); dispose of the plastics in a proper bin/recycling point; stop throwing plastics in the drainage; report the problem to the teacher/school; create a clean-up group; put up notices reminding others not to litter.

3. Question 3

   4 marks

   The Tulsi plant is cared for in many Hindu homes. Explain two lessons a learner can gain from looking after a plant every day.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Award 2 marks per well-explained lesson (1 for point, 1 for explanation), max 4. Examples: responsibility - watering it daily teaches keeping duties; patience - a plant grows slowly so one learns to wait; care for living things - it teaches kindness to nature; discipline/routine - remembering to tend it builds good habits.

4. Question 4

   1 mark

   In Hindu teaching, the earth is honoured as a mother and is often called 'Bhumi Devi'. What does this teaching mainly encourage a Grade 5 learner to do?

   A. Ignore the plants growing in the compound

   B. Treat the soil and land with respect and care

   C. Dig up land quickly to build houses

   D. Throw rubbish anywhere in the field

   (1 mark)

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   Riya notices a tap left running at the mandir washroom while nobody is using it. According to Hindu respect for nature's gifts, what is the best action for her to take?

   A. Leave it running until an adult comes

   B. Close the tap to save water

   C. Open more taps to match it

   D. Splash the water for fun

   (1 mark)

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   Which everyday habit at home best shows a learner is caring for the environment?

   A. Leaving the fridge door open all day

   B. Switching off lights not in use to save energy

   C. Letting the tap overflow the bucket

   D. Burning plastic bags in the yard

   (1 mark)

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7. Question 7

   4 marks

   Hindu teaching describes the earth as a mother (Bhumi Devi) who feeds all living things. Explain why people should treat the earth with respect. Give two reasons.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Award 2 marks per reason (1 point + 1 explanation), max 4. Examples: the earth gives food/crops so we should not spoil the soil; it provides a home for people, animals and plants; a healthy earth gives clean air and water; respecting it keeps the environment safe for the future; it is a gift to be thankful for.

8. Question 8

   1 mark

   During a school clean-up, learners collect plastic bottles, banana peels and old papers separately. Sorting waste in this way is a good way of caring for the environment because it:

   A. Uses up all the clean water

   B. Wastes the learners' time completely

   C. Makes it easier to recycle and reduce pollution

   D. Encourages people to litter more

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   The Tulsi (holy basil) plant is grown and cared for in many Hindu homes. Caring for the Tulsi plant best teaches a child the value of:

   A. Wasting clean water

   B. Looking after living plants

   C. Keeping the compound dusty

   D. Cutting down trees for firewood

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    Hindu teaching speaks of the five great elements (pancha bhutas): earth, water, fire, air and space. This teaching reminds people that:

    A. Nature must be protected and not polluted

    B. Only water matters to human beings

    C. The elements have no use to people

    D. People should burn all forests

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Reduce, reuse and recycle are three ways of caring for the environment. Which action shows 'reuse'?

    A. Breaking the jar on purpose

    B. Burning the jar in the yard

    C. Throwing the jar in a pit

    D. Using an empty jam jar to store pencils

    (1 mark)

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    Amit sees smoke and litter piling up near the river where people come to pray. Which action shows the best care for the environment?

    A. Organise friends to clean the riverbank

    B. Pour dirty water into the river

    C. Walk away and tell no one

    D. Add more litter to the pile

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13. Question 13

    1 mark

    Cutting down many trees without planting new ones leads to bare land and less rain. To care for the environment, people should instead:

    A. Burn the remaining forests

    B. Cut even more trees quickly

    C. Leave the land bare forever

    D. Plant new trees to replace those cut

    (1 mark)

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14. Question 14

    3 marks

    Hindu teaching encourages people to protect nature. State three ways a Grade 5 learner can care for the environment at school.

    (3 marks)

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15. Question 15

    1 mark

    Rivers such as the Ganga are highly respected in Hindu tradition. What lesson can a Kenyan learner draw for local rivers like the Nairobi or Tana River?

    A. Rivers are only for dumping rubbish

    B. Water in rivers can never run out

    C. Only faraway rivers deserve respect

    D. Keep rivers clean and free of waste

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16. Question 16

    1 mark

    Many Hindus consider cows and other animals worthy of protection and kind treatment. This attitude towards animals mainly teaches learners to:

    A. Ignore animals that are hungry

    B. Chase away every animal they meet

    C. Harm birds for entertainment

    D. Show kindness and care to all living creatures

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17. Question 17

    1 mark

    A Grade 5 class decides to plant tree seedlings around the school compound. Which benefit of planting trees best relates to caring for the environment?

    A. Trees stop learners from studying

    B. Trees make the school dirty

    C. Trees waste the school's land

    D. Trees give clean air and shade

    (1 mark)

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