Teachings of Jesus Christ

20 Grade 6 Religious Education (CRE) questions on Teachings of Jesus Christ, with worked marking schemes. 20 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   In the Parable of the Prodigal Son, how did the father respond when his lost son returned home?

   A. He punished him harshly

   B. He welcomed him with joy and forgiveness

   C. He chased him away

   D. He ignored him completely

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   The Parable of the Lost Sheep mainly teaches Christians that God:

   A. Forgets those who go astray

   B. Only loves rich people

   C. Cares for every person and rejoices when a sinner returns

   D. Does not care about lost people

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   Which teaching of Jesus encourages Christians to help those who cannot repay them?

   A. Ignoring beggars

   B. Loving only your friends

   C. Showing kindness to the poor and needy

   D. Helping only the rich

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   Jesus taught, 'Love your neighbour as yourself.' Which action best shows obedience to this teaching?

   A. Laughing at a poor pupil

   B. Insulting a stranger

   C. Refusing to help the sick

   D. Sharing food with a hungry classmate

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to me.' This teaches Christians that children are:

   A. Loved and valued by God

   B. A burden to society

   C. To be ignored

   D. Not important to God

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   Jesus fed a large crowd using five loaves of bread and two fish. This miracle teaches Christians about God's:

   A. Provision and care

   B. Weakness

   C. Anger

   D. Jealousy

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7. Question 7

   4 marks

   Jesus told the Parable of the Lost Sheep.

   (a) Identify what the shepherd did when one sheep got lost.

   (b) State two lessons Christians learn from this parable.

   (4 marks)

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   (a) He left the ninety-nine and went to search for the one lost sheep until he found it (2 marks). (b) Any two: God cares for every person; God rejoices when a lost sinner returns; we should seek and help those who go astray. (1 mark each, max 2). Total 4.

8. Question 8

   1 mark

   When Peter asked how many times he should forgive, Jesus taught that Christians should forgive:

   A. Seven times only

   B. Only once

   C. Never

   D. Many times / without limit

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9. Question 9

   3 marks

   Explain three ways a Grade 6 learner can put Jesus' teaching on love into practice at school.

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10. Question 10

    3 marks

    State three lessons Christians learn from the Parable of the Good Samaritan.

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    Any three: we should help those in need regardless of tribe/background; love should be shown through action; everyone is our neighbour; kindness and compassion are important; we should not ignore the suffering. (1 mark each, max 3)

11. Question 11

    3 marks

    Explain three ways in which Jesus showed love and compassion to people during His ministry.

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    When Jesus taught His followers to pray, He gave them the:

    A. Beatitudes

    B. Golden Rule

    C. Lord's Prayer

    D. Ten Commandments

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13. Question 13

    3 marks

    Explain three ways Christians today can spread the teachings of Jesus in their community.

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14. Question 14

    1 mark

    In the Parable of the Talents, the servant who was praised by his master was the one who:

    A. Wasted his talent

    B. Used his talents to gain more

    C. Gave his talent away carelessly

    D. Buried his talent in the ground

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15. Question 15

    4 marks

    From the Sermon on the Mount, state four things Jesus taught His followers to do.

    (4 marks)

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    Any four: love your enemies; be peacemakers; forgive others; do not worry; pray sincerely; be merciful; be humble; let your light shine/do good; do to others as you would have them do to you. (1 mark each, max 4)

16. Question 16

    1 mark

    In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus said, 'Blessed are the peacemakers.' A learner who settles a quarrel between two classmates is being a:

    A. Bully

    B. Coward

    C. Troublemaker

    D. Peacemaker

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17. Question 17

    4 marks

    Jesus taught about forgiveness. Explain two reasons why Christians should forgive those who wrong them.

    (4 marks)

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    Any two, each explained: God forgives us so we should forgive others; forgiveness restores peace/relationships; it removes bitterness/hatred from the heart; it is a commandment of Jesus; it brings healing and unity. (2 marks each, max 4)

18. Question 18

    1 mark

    'Do to others as you would have them do to you.' This teaching of Jesus is commonly known as the:

    A. First Commandment

    B. Golden Rule

    C. Sabbath Law

    D. Great Commission

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19. Question 19

    4 marks

    (a) State the parable Jesus told about a father who welcomed back his returning son.

    (b) Give two lessons Christians learn from this parable.

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    (a) The Parable of the Prodigal Son / Lost Son (1 mark). (b) Any two: God forgives sinners who repent; we should forgive others; God rejoices when the lost return; we should welcome back those who have gone astray. (1-2 marks each, max 3). Total 4.

20. Question 20

    1 mark

    In the Parable of the Good Samaritan, who helped the wounded man on the road to Jericho?

    A. A Levite

    B. A priest

    C. A Samaritan

    D. A soldier

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