Teachings from the Scriptures

18 Grade 5 Religious Education (HRE) questions on Teachings from the Scriptures, with worked marking schemes. 18 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   Hindu scriptures teach respect for parents and elders. A learner who follows this teaching would:

   A. Ignore what elders say

   B. Argue rudely with grandparents

   C. Refuse to help at home

   D. Listen to and obey their parents and teachers

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   Hindu scriptures teach 'Satya', which is one of the most important values. Satya means:

   A. Greed

   B. Laziness

   C. Anger

   D. Truthfulness

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   Lord Krishna gives guidance to Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita. This teaching is best understood as advice on:

   A. How to live rightly and do one's duty

   B. How to quarrel with friends

   C. How to win money games

   D. How to skip school

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   The Mahabharata contains the teaching that a person should do their duty without giving up. This teaching mainly encourages learners to:

   A. Only play and never study

   B. Blame others for their mistakes

   C. Work hard and stay committed to their responsibilities

   D. Run away from difficult work

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   The Panchatantra is a collection of short stories, often with animals, used to teach wisdom. What is the main purpose of these stories?

   A. To teach how to cheat others

   B. To teach good values and lessons for life

   C. To waste children's time

   D. To make people afraid of animals

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   The Ramayana tells the story of Lord Rama. One important lesson learners gain from Rama's life is the value of:

   A. Telling lies to elders

   B. Cheating to win

   C. Being lazy at home

   D. Obedience and doing one's duty

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7. Question 7

   4 marks

   In the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna advises Arjuna to do his duty. Describe two ways a Grade 5 learner can do their own duty at home and at school.

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   2 marks per well-explained way, max 4. At home examples: helping with chores; caring for younger siblings; keeping the home clean. At school examples: completing homework; being punctual; keeping the classroom tidy; respecting teachers; doing class duties assigned. Accept any reasonable duty with explanation.

8. Question 8

   1 mark

   Hindu sacred stories and teachings are found in scriptures. Which of the following is a well-known Hindu scripture?

   A. The Bhagavad Gita

   B. The road map

   C. The class register

   D. The shopping list

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   A teacher reads a story from the scriptures where a boy speaks the truth even when it is hard. The main value the story teaches is:

   A. Laziness

   B. Honesty

   C. Greed

   D. Pride

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    In the Ramayana, Hanuman serves Lord Rama with great loyalty and courage. Hanuman's example best teaches a learner to be:

    A. Rude to friends

    B. Fearful of every task

    C. Faithful and helpful to others

    D. Selfish and proud

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Hindu scriptures often teach 'Ahimsa'. What does Ahimsa mean?

    A. Non-violence, or not harming others

    B. Fighting with everyone

    C. Telling lies

    D. Wasting food

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    When Prahlada stayed devoted and truthful despite difficulties, his story teaches learners the importance of:

    A. Following bad friends

    B. Faith and steadfastness in doing good

    C. Being unkind to parents

    D. Giving up when things are hard

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13. Question 13

    2 marks

    The Ramayana teaches many values through the life of Lord Rama. State two values a Grade 5 learner can learn from the Ramayana.

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14. Question 14

    4 marks

    Stories from the Panchatantra use animals to teach lessons. Explain why stories are a good way to teach values to children. Give two reasons.

    (4 marks)

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    2 marks per reason (point + explanation), max 4. Examples: stories are interesting/enjoyable so children remember them easily; they show the results of good and bad actions clearly; they are easy to understand through familiar characters; they help children imagine and apply the lesson to their own lives.

15. Question 15

    4 marks

    Hindu scriptures teach Ahimsa (non-violence).

    (a) Explain what Ahimsa means.

    (b) Give two ways a learner can practise Ahimsa at school.

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    (a) 2 marks: Ahimsa means non-violence / not harming or hurting other living things in thought, word or action. (b) 2 marks - any two: not fighting or beating others; using kind words; not bullying; being gentle to animals; solving quarrels peacefully; not destroying others' property.

16. Question 16

    4 marks

    Name any two Hindu scriptures and, for each, state one thing it teaches.

    (4 marks)

    Marking scheme

    Award 1 mark for each correctly named scripture and 1 mark for a correct teaching, max 4. Examples: Bhagavad Gita - teaches doing one's duty/right living; Ramayana - obedience, truth, duty; Mahabharata - doing duty, justice; Vedas - sacred knowledge/hymns; Panchatantra - wisdom through stories.

17. Question 17

    1 mark

    A grandmother tells her grandchild a scripture story about helping the poor. The main value the grandmother wishes to pass on is:

    A. Selfishness

    B. Compassion and charity

    C. Dishonesty

    D. Pride

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18. Question 18

    1 mark

    The Vedas are among the oldest Hindu scriptures. They are mainly a source of:

    A. Weather forecasts

    B. Football rules

    C. Cooking recipes only

    D. Sacred knowledge and hymns

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