Bible Stories

16 Grade 6 Religious Education (CRE) questions on Bible Stories, with worked marking schemes. 16 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   God spoke to Moses from a bush that was burning but was not consumed. This event took place on Mount:

   A. Olives

   B. Carmel

   C. Nebo

   D. Horeb (Sinai)

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   Which lesson do Christians learn from the story of Noah building the ark?

   A. Animals are more important than people

   B. Building takes too much time

   C. It is good to disobey difficult instructions

   D. Obedience to God brings safety and blessings

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   Cain and Abel were the first two sons of Adam and Eve. Abel was killed by his brother Cain because Cain was:

   A. Defending himself in a fight

   B. Told to do so by God

   C. Jealous that God accepted Abel's offering

   D. Protecting his family

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4. Question 4

   3 marks

   From the story of Joseph, state THREE lessons Christians can learn about forgiveness and God's plan.

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   1 mark each (max 3): we should forgive those who wrong us; God can turn bad situations into good; patience and trust in God are rewarded; we should not take revenge; God's plan works even through suffering; hard work and honesty are important.

5. Question 5

   1 mark

   God asked Noah to build an ark because He was going to send:

   A. A famine

   B. A strong wind

   C. An earthquake

   D. A great flood

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6. Question 6

   6 marks

   From the story of Cain and Abel, explain THREE lessons Christians can learn.

   (6 marks)

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   2 marks each (max 6), 1 point + 1 explanation: jealousy leads to sin/harm (Cain's jealousy led to murder); we should control our anger (anger unchecked causes wrongdoing); we should give our best to God (Abel offered the best of his flock); every action has consequences (Cain was punished); we should love and care for our siblings/others.

7. Question 7

   1 mark

   When the people of Israel were leaving Egypt, God parted the waters so they could cross. This body of water was the:

   A. River Nile

   B. Sea of Galilee

   C. River Jordan

   D. Red Sea

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   The rainbow in the sky is a sign of the promise God made to Noah. This promise was that God would:

   A. Make Noah a king

   B. Send rain every day

   C. Give Noah more animals

   D. Never again destroy the earth with a flood

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   In the story of creation, on which day did God rest according to the book of Genesis?

   A. The third day

   B. The first day

   C. The seventh day

   D. The fifth day

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10. Question 10

    6 marks

    Using the story of Daniel in the lions' den, explain THREE ways a Christian pupil can remain faithful to God when facing challenges.

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    2 marks each (max 6), 1 for point + 1 for explanation: continue praying even when told not to (Daniel kept praying at his window); refuse to do wrong even under pressure (stand firm in faith); trust that God protects the faithful (God shut the lions' mouths); remain honest and obedient; be a good example to others; not fear those who threaten them.

11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Joseph was sold into slavery in Egypt by his:

    A. Parents

    B. Enemies from another land

    C. Neighbours

    D. Brothers

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12. Question 12

    5 marks

    Narrate briefly how David defeated Goliath and state TWO qualities David showed.

    (5 marks)

    Marking scheme

    Narration (3 marks): the Israelites were afraid of the giant Goliath; young David volunteered to fight him; he refused heavy armour; he used a sling and a smooth stone; he struck Goliath on the forehead and killed him, trusting in God. Qualities (1 mark each, max 2): courage/bravery; faith/trust in God; humility; determination.

13. Question 13

    4 marks

    State FOUR things God created during the six days of creation as recorded in Genesis.

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14. Question 14

    1 mark

    In the story of David and Goliath, David defeated the giant Goliath using a:

    A. Sling and a stone

    B. Spear and a bow

    C. Rope and a net

    D. Sword and a shield

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15. Question 15

    1 mark

    Daniel was thrown into the den of lions because he:

    A. Refused to eat food

    B. Stole from the king

    C. Continued to pray to God

    D. Ran away from the palace

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16. Question 16

    1 mark

    When God tested Abraham, He asked him to offer his son as a sacrifice. The name of this son was:

    A. Isaac

    B. Joseph

    C. Jacob

    D. Ishmael

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