Bullying

14 Grade 8 Religious Education (CRE) questions on Bullying, with worked marking schemes. 14 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   5 marks

   A Grade 8 learner noticed that some classmates were repeatedly mocking and intimidating a new student because of his background.

   (a) Explain three Christian teachings that show why bullying is wrong. (3 marks)

   (b) State two ways the learner could respond to help the new student in a Christian manner. (2 marks)

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   (a) Christian teachings against bullying (any three): - Every person is created in the image of God and should be treated with dignity (Genesis 1:27). - Jesus taught the golden rule: 'Do to others what you would have them do to you' (Matthew 7:12). - Christians are commanded to love their neighbour as themselves (Mark 12:31). - We are told not to look down on others but to value them, considering others better than ourselves (Philippians 2:3). - The Bible warns against using the tongue to hurt others (James 3:9-10). (b) Ways to respond in a Christian manner (any two): - Befriend and welcome the new student, showing love and acceptance. - Report the bullying to a teacher or responsible adult. - Speak up and discourage the classmates from bullying, defending the victim peacefully. - Comfort and encourage the new student, and pray for/with him.

2. Question 2

   1 mark

   Deliberately leaving a classmate out of group activities and turning others against them is a form of bullying called

   A. cyberbullying

   B. physical bullying

   C. social/relational bullying

   D. verbal bullying

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3. Question 3

   4 marks

   State four effects that bullying can have on a victim.

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   A pupil witnesses a classmate being bullied at school. The most responsible Christian action is to

   A. record it and share it online

   B. laugh and walk away

   C. join in the bullying

   D. report the incident to a teacher and support the victim

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   A learner keeps sending insulting messages to a classmate through social media. This form of bullying is known as

   A. cyberbullying

   B. verbal bullying

   C. physical bullying

   D. social exclusion

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   A Grade 8 boy is repeatedly mocked and pushed by older learners. As a Christian witness, how should a learner who sees this respond?

   A. Join in so as not to be the next target

   B. Laugh and record it on a phone

   C. Stand up for the victim and report the matter, treating others as he would want to be treated (Matthew 7:12)

   D. Ignore it since it is none of his business

   (1 mark)

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7. Question 7

   6 marks

   A Grade 8 learner noticed that some of her classmates were repeatedly mocking and intimidating a new pupil because of his disability and his poor background.

   (a) Explain two reasons, based on Christian teaching, why bullying is wrong. (4 marks)

   (b) State two ways a Christian learner can help to stop bullying in school. (2 marks)

   (6 marks)

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   (a) Two reasons bullying is wrong (any two, explained): - Every person is created in the image of God and has dignity (Genesis 1:27); bullying disrespects and degrades a fellow human being. - The Bible commands us to love our neighbour as ourselves (Mark 12:31; Leviticus 19:18); bullying is the opposite of love. - Christians are taught to do to others what they would want done to them (Matthew 7:12); no one wants to be bullied. - Jesus taught care for the weak and warned against causing little ones to stumble (Matthew 18:6, 10). (b) Two ways to help stop bullying (any two): - Report the bullying to a teacher, parent or school authority. - Befriend, comfort and stand up for the victim. - Refuse to join in or encourage the bullies. - Show good example by treating everyone with kindness and respect.

8. Question 8

   5 marks

   A Grade 8 learner is being bullied by older students who take his lunch money each day.

   (a) Suggest two actions the learner should take.

   (b) Explain two Christian values that should guide learners so as to prevent bullying in school.

   (5 marks)

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   (a) Any two (1 mark each): report to a teacher/parent/school authority; seek help from a trusted adult or counsellor; avoid confronting the bullies alone; move with friends. (b) Any two explained (1-2 marks each, max 3): love/compassion for others; respect for the dignity of every person; kindness/gentleness; self-control; treating others as you want to be treated.

9. Question 9

   1 mark

   According to Christian teaching, how should a believer treat someone who is weaker or different?

   A. With mockery

   B. By ignoring them completely

   C. With love, kindness and respect

   D. By taking advantage of them

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10. Question 10

    6 marks

    Explain three ways in which a school can create a safe environment free from bullying, guided by Christian values.

    (6 marks)

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    Any three explained (2 marks each): setting and enforcing clear rules against bullying with fair discipline; teaching learners Christian values of love, respect and kindness; providing guidance and counselling for both victims and offenders; encouraging learners to report bullying without fear; promoting a culture of peace, tolerance and inclusion; involving parents and teachers in supervising learners.

11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Which of the following is the best definition of bullying?

    A. Playing a fair game

    B. Sharing food with classmates

    C. Repeatedly using strength or power to hurt or intimidate others

    D. Correcting a friend politely

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    A Grade 8 learner saw some classmates repeatedly mocking and pushing a smaller boy. Which biblical teaching best guides how a Christian should treat others in such a situation?

    A. A. 'An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth'

    B. B. 'Do to others as you would have them do to you'

    C. C. 'Let the strong rule over the weak'

    D. D. 'Repay evil with evil'

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13. Question 13

    1 mark

    Which of the following is an example of verbal bullying?

    A. Calling a classmate hurtful names

    B. Kicking a classmate

    C. Locking a classmate outside

    D. Deleting a classmate's photos

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14. Question 14

    1 mark

    Which teaching of Jesus most directly discourages bullying?

    A. Store up treasures on earth

    B. Pay taxes to Caesar

    C. Fast in secret

    D. Love your neighbour as yourself

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