Marriage and Family

14 Grade 6 Religious Education (CRE) questions on Marriage and Family, with worked marking schemes. 14 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   Which one of the following values helps members of a family to live together in peace?

   A. Laziness

   B. Dishonesty

   C. Greed

   D. Respect

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   In a Christian family, one of the main responsibilities of parents is:

   A. Abandoning their children

   B. Competing with their children

   C. Ignoring their children's needs

   D. Providing for and guiding their children

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   According to the Bible, the very first marriage was instituted by God between:

   A. Abraham and Sarah

   B. Jacob and Rachel

   C. Isaac and Rebecca

   D. Adam and Eve

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   One way in which a Grade 6 learner can help keep peace at home is by:

   A. Staying out late without permission

   B. Refusing to do homework

   C. Obeying parents and helping with household chores

   D. Quarrelling with brothers and sisters

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   The book of the Bible that tells us how God created man and woman is:

   A. Exodus

   B. Genesis

   C. Matthew

   D. Psalms

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6. Question 6

   3 marks

   Give three reasons why marriage is important among Christians.

   (3 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any three: for companionship/love; to bring up children; to continue the human race; to establish a family unit approved by God. (1 mark each)

7. Question 7

   2 marks

   State two types of families found in Kenya today.

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   A family that is made up of a father, a mother and their children only is best described as a:

   A. Extended family

   B. Foster family

   C. Nuclear family

   D. Single-parent family

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9. Question 9

   2 marks

   Two of your brothers have had a disagreement at home. Suggest two ways you can help them settle it peacefully.

   (2 marks)

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   Any two: encouraging them to talk it out calmly; helping them forgive each other; involving a parent/elder; encouraging sharing. (1 mark each)

10. Question 10

    3 marks

    Identify three roles of parents in a Christian family.

    (3 marks)

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    Any three: providing basic needs (food, clothing, shelter); guiding and disciplining children; teaching religious/moral values; protecting the children. (1 mark each)

11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Mary lives with her mother only because her father passed away when she was young. Mary's family is an example of a:

    A. Extended family

    B. Single-parent family

    C. Childless family

    D. Nuclear family

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12. Question 12

    4 marks

    State four ways in which children can show responsibility in their families.

    (4 marks)

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    Any four: helping with household chores; obeying parents; caring for younger siblings; using family resources carefully; respecting elders; running errands. (1 mark each)

13. Question 13

    4 marks

    State four values that promote unity and love in a family.

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14. Question 14

    1 mark

    A home where parents, children, grandparents, uncles and cousins live together as one unit is an example of a:

    A. Extended family

    B. Single-parent family

    C. Nuclear family

    D. Adoptive family

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