Gambling

17 Grade 7 Religious Education (CRE) questions on Gambling, with worked marking schemes. 17 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   A Grade 7 learner saw a friend spending all his pocket money on betting, hoping to become rich quickly. Which Christian teaching BEST guides the learner on why gambling should be avoided?

   A. Gambling is a wise way to multiply money

   B. Gambling can lead to greed, laziness and loss, and Christians should work honestly (2 Thessalonians 3:10)

   C. Gambling is encouraged in the Bible

   D. Gambling helps people grow in faith

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2. Question 2

   4 marks

   Define the term 'gambling' and give two forms of gambling common in Kenya today.

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   A person who cannot stop betting even after losing all his money is said to be:

   A. A committed worker

   B. A wise investor

   C. A generous giver

   D. Addicted to gambling

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   A Grade 7 learner uses his lunch money to place bets on football matches hoping to win big. From a Christian point of view, the main problem with this behaviour is that it:

   A. Teaches him to save money wisely

   B. Helps him become a better footballer

   C. Encourages love of easy money and can lead to addiction

   D. Improves his mathematics skills

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   Which of the following is the MOST responsible Christian alternative to gambling for someone who wants to improve their income?

   A. Engaging in honest work or a small business

   B. Borrowing money to bet more

   C. Convincing friends to gamble too

   D. Selling family property to gamble

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   Which teaching about work supports the Christian view against depending on gambling for a living?

   A. Money grows on its own without effort

   B. It is wrong to earn wages

   C. Those who do not work should not eat

   D. Saving money is sinful

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   A young person who gambles regularly begins to lie, steal and borrow money to fund the habit. This best illustrates that gambling can:

   A. Build strong Christian character

   B. Lead to other vices and moral decay

   C. Promote generosity to others

   D. Increase honesty in the person

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   Which of the following BEST defines gambling?

   A. Risking money or valuables on an uncertain outcome hoping to win more

   B. Saving money in a bank for the future

   C. Giving money to the needy

   D. Working hard to earn a fair wage

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   A man loses his salary through betting and can no longer pay his children's school fees. This shows that gambling can lead to:

   A. Increased wealth for the family

   B. Better education for the children

   C. Family suffering and neglect of responsibilities

   D. Stronger family relationships

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    A Grade 7 learner saw his friend spending all his pocket money on betting, hoping to win quick cash. Which one of the following BEST explains why gambling is discouraged in Christian teaching?

    A. It is a good way to earn an honest living

    B. It encourages hard work and saving

    C. It can lead to greed, addiction and loss of money

    D. It is recommended in the Bible for the poor

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11. Question 11

    6 marks

    Explain three reasons why Christians are discouraged from taking part in gambling.

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    Any three, well explained (2 marks each): it promotes love of money, which the Bible warns against as a root of evil; it encourages laziness instead of honest hard work; it can lead to addiction and loss of self-control; it causes suffering to families through wasted resources; it can lead to other sins such as stealing and lying; it makes one gain from others' losses, which is unfair/unloving; it destroys trust in God's provision.

12. Question 12

    4 marks

    A Grade 7 learner noticed that some young people in the neighbourhood were spending their money on betting and gambling.

    (a) State two reasons why gambling is discouraged in Christian teaching. (2 marks)

    (b) Suggest two pieces of advice the learner could give to a friend who has started gambling. (2 marks)

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    (a) Any two (1 mark each): - It encourages the love of money and greed, which is a root of all kinds of evil (1 Timothy 6:10). - It can lead to addiction, laziness and reluctance to work for an honest living, whereas the Bible teaches that one who refuses to work should not eat (2 Thessalonians 3:10). - It can lead to loss of money, poverty and the neglect of family responsibilities. - It promotes the desire to gain wealth dishonestly rather than through honest hard work. - It can lead to other vices such as stealing, quarrels and broken relationships. (2 marks) (b) Any two (1 mark each): - Encourage the friend to stop gambling and seek honest work or study to earn and save money. - Advise the friend to use money wisely and avoid wasting it on betting. - Encourage the friend to pray and trust God to provide rather than relying on luck. - Advise the friend to share the problem with a parent, teacher or pastor for guidance and help. (2 marks)

13. Question 13

    1 mark

    Why do many Christians teach that gambling goes against biblical values on wealth?

    A. It seeks quick riches instead of honest hard work

    B. It requires people to give offerings

    C. It is a way of tithing to God

    D. It is a form of prayer

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14. Question 14

    6 marks

    A Grade 7 learner noticed that some young people in the neighbourhood spend most of their pocket money and time betting online, hoping to become rich quickly. The learner became worried about the effects of this habit. (a) State four negative effects of gambling on young people. (4 marks) (b) Give two ways a Christian youth can avoid the temptation to gamble. (2 marks)

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    (a) Four negative effects of gambling on young people: (i) It leads to loss of money and can cause poverty when one keeps losing. (ii) It can become an addiction that wastes time and distracts learners from their studies. (iii) It encourages laziness and a get-rich-quick attitude instead of honest hard work (the Bible teaches the value of work, 2 Thessalonians 3:10). (iv) It can lead to other vices such as stealing, lying, debt, family conflict and stress/depression. (Other valid points: it can lead to crime or drug abuse; it damages relationships and reputation.) (b) Two ways a Christian youth can avoid gambling: (i) Engaging in productive activities such as studies, sports, hobbies and honest work to occupy time and earn money rightly. (ii) Seeking guidance from the Bible, prayer, parents, teachers or church leaders, and choosing friends who do not gamble. (Other valid points: practising self-control and contentment, 1 Timothy 6:6-10; avoiding places and websites where gambling takes place.) Award any two.

15. Question 15

    4 marks

    Peter, a Grade 7 pupil, has started betting online using a relative's phone and now spends less time studying.

    (a) Identify two dangers Peter is exposed to.

    (b) Suggest two pieces of advice you would give him as a Christian friend.

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    (a) Any two (1 mark each): poor performance in school due to neglecting studies; addiction to betting; loss of money; being lured into other vices such as lying or stealing; damaged relationships with family. (b) Any two (1 mark each): advise him to stop betting and focus on his studies; encourage him to seek guidance from a teacher, parent or pastor; suggest useful ways to spend his time such as sports or reading; remind him of biblical teaching on honest work and self-control.

16. Question 16

    4 marks

    State four effects of gambling on an individual.

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17. Question 17

    4 marks

    Suggest four ways in which the youth can be helped to avoid gambling.

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