Selected Forms of Worship

14 Grade 7 Religious Education (CRE) questions on Selected Forms of Worship, with worked marking schemes. 14 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   Which of the following is the MAIN purpose of Christian worship?

   A. To compete with other churches

   B. To collect money for leaders

   C. To entertain the congregation

   D. To honour and give glory to God

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   When Christians sing songs of praise accompanied by instruments during a service, this act of worship is known as:

   A. Reading the sermon

   B. Holy Communion

   C. Offering of tithes

   D. Praise and singing

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   During a church service, a Christian observed the congregation singing, praying and reading the Bible together. These activities are BEST described as forms of:

   A. Entertainment

   B. Competition

   C. Worship

   D. Business

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   During a church service, believers sing hymns, offer prayers, read scripture and listen to a sermon together. This is an example of:

   A. Private worship

   B. Silent meditation only

   C. Communal (public) worship

   D. Personal fasting

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   When a Christian kneels quietly to talk to God, expressing thanks and making requests, he is engaging in:

   A. Preaching

   B. Prayer

   C. Choir singing

   D. Fund-raising

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   A Christian sets aside time early each morning to pray and read the Bible alone in her room. This form of worship is best described as:

   A. Church choir practice

   B. Private (personal) worship

   C. Public procession

   D. Congregational worship

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   A congregation shares bread and wine in remembrance of Jesus' death and resurrection. This form of worship is called:

   A. Holy Communion (the Lord's Supper)

   B. Ordination

   C. Baptism

   D. Confession

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   Which of the following actions during a service is an example of worship through giving?

   A. Listening to the sermon

   B. Shaking hands with neighbours

   C. Reading the day's scripture

   D. Placing tithes and offerings in the collection

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9. Question 9

   4 marks

   Distinguish between private worship and communal worship, giving one example of each.

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   (2 marks) Private worship is worship done by an individual alone, e.g. personal prayer or reading the Bible at home. (2 marks) Communal/public worship is worship done together as a group or congregation, e.g. a church service with singing, prayers and a sermon.

10. Question 10

    6 marks

    Explain three benefits that a Christian gains from taking part in regular worship.

    (6 marks)

    Marking scheme

    Any three, well explained (2 marks each): strengthens their faith and relationship with God; brings inner peace and comfort; provides fellowship and unity with other believers; gives spiritual guidance and instruction for daily living; opportunity to give thanks and confess sins; encourages good moral behaviour; renews hope and joy.

11. Question 11

    1 mark

    During a church service, a Christian observed members singing hymns, praying together and listening to the reading of God's word. These activities are BEST described as forms of:

    A. Worship

    B. Punishment

    C. Business

    D. Entertainment only

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12. Question 12

    4 marks

    State four forms of worship practised by Christians.

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    Any four (1 mark each): prayer; singing/praise and worship; reading and studying the Bible; fasting; giving offerings/tithes; Holy Communion; baptism; preaching/teaching; meditation; giving thanksgiving/testimonies.

13. Question 13

    3 marks

    Give three reasons why some young Christians today do not attend church services regularly.

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    Any three (1 mark each): influence of peer pressure/bad company; too much involvement in social media and entertainment; laziness/love of sleep on Sundays; engaging in paid work or business; lack of interest or weak faith; discouragement by hypocrisy of some believers; influence of drugs and other vices; family responsibilities or chores.

14. Question 14

    1 mark

    Which of the following is a form of worship in which Christians deliberately go without food for a period in order to draw closer to God?

    A. Fasting

    B. Tithing

    C. Baptism

    D. Confirmation

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