Sanctity of Life

14 Grade 6 Religious Education (CRE) questions on Sanctity of Life, with worked marking schemes. 14 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   A pupil is offered drugs by an older person on the way home. To protect the gift of life, the pupil should:

   A. Refuse and report to a trusted adult

   B. Accept them to please the person

   C. Try them once to see

   D. Keep it a secret and use them

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   Which of the following is a threat to the sanctity of life that Christians are taught to avoid?

   A. Going for medical check-ups

   B. Exercising regularly

   C. Eating healthy food

   D. Abuse of drugs and alcohol

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   A group of boys plan to swim in a flooded river during the rainy season. A Christian pupil who values life should:

   A. Warn them of the danger and discourage them

   B. Dare them to go deeper

   C. Join them for fun

   D. Watch and cheer them on

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   The commandment 'You shall not kill' teaches Christians to:

   A. Fight their enemies

   B. Respect and protect human life

   C. Harm those who are weak

   D. Take revenge when hurt

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5. Question 5

   6 marks

   Explain THREE reasons why Christians should avoid drug and substance abuse.

   (6 marks)

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   2 marks each (max 6), 1 point + 1 explanation: it destroys/harms the body which is a gift from God (the body is God's temple); it can lead to poor health and death (endangering the sacred gift of life); it affects the mind and leads to poor decisions/crime; it wastes money and resources; it destroys relationships and one's future. Accept well-explained points.

6. Question 6

   1 mark

   Which of the following best shows how a Christian pupil can care for their own life and health?

   A. Playing dangerous games near the road

   B. Skipping meals to save time

   C. Taking alcohol with friends

   D. Eating well, exercising and avoiding harmful substances

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   Which of the following actions shows respect for the sanctity of life?

   A. Ignoring someone in danger

   B. Fighting and injuring others

   C. Helping a sick person get treatment

   D. Encouraging others to use drugs

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   Respecting the sanctity of life also means caring for people who are:

   A. From our own family only

   B. Sick, elderly and living with disabilities

   C. Rich and famous

   D. Only healthy and strong

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9. Question 9

   5 marks

   (a) State what is meant by 'sanctity of life'.

   (b) Give THREE ways young people can protect the gift of life.

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   (a) 2 marks: the sacredness/holiness of human life because it is a special gift created by God and must be respected and protected. (b) 1 mark each (max 3): avoiding drugs and alcohol; avoiding dangerous behaviour; eating healthy food and exercising; seeking treatment when sick; obeying safety rules; avoiding violence and bad company.

10. Question 10

    3 marks

    A classmate has fallen ill during a lesson. Describe THREE ways you can show that you value the sanctity of life by helping her.

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11. Question 11

    4 marks

    State FOUR ways in which Christians can show respect for the sanctity of human life.

    (4 marks)

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    1 mark each (max 4): protecting and preserving life; caring for the sick and needy; avoiding violence and fighting; not abusing drugs; helping those in danger; providing food and shelter to the poor; not taking one's own or another's life; visiting the elderly.

12. Question 12

    1 mark

    According to Genesis, human beings are special because they were created in:

    A. The image of God

    B. The image of angels

    C. The likeness of the earth

    D. The form of animals

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13. Question 13

    4 marks

    Explain FOUR ways in which the community can help protect the lives of children.

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    1 mark each (max 4): providing food, shelter and clothing; ensuring children go to school; protecting them from abuse and harm; taking sick children to hospital; keeping the environment safe; guiding them against bad company and drugs; reporting cases of child neglect.

14. Question 14

    1 mark

    Christians believe that human life is sacred because:

    A. People can buy it with money

    B. It belongs to the government

    C. It is created by human beings

    D. It is a gift created by God

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