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EXAMINATION COUNCIL OF ZAMBIA
Examination for School Certificate Ordinary Level
Religious Education 2046/1

NOVEMBER 2016
Time: 2 hours 30minutes Reading Time: 5 minutes
SECTION A
1. Answer two or three questions
1 (a) Relate the story of the birth of 3esus in Bethlehem (Luke 2: 1-7)
In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be
taken of the entire Roman world.
This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was govern of
Syria.
Everyone, then, went to register himself, each to his own town.
Joseph went from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to the town of
Bethlehem in Judaea, the birth place of King David.
Because he belonged to the house and line of David.
He went there to be registered with Mary.
Who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child.
While they were there in Bethlehem, the time came for her to have her
baby.
She gave birth to her first son, wrapped him in strips of cloth and laid
him in a manger.
There was no room for them to stay in the inn.
(Any 10 points, ½ a mark each = 5 marks)

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(b) Name any two ceremonies Jewish parents carried out for their newly born
baby boys and state when each one of those ceremonies took place.
Circumcision: Took place when baby was eight days old.
Dedication: Took place when baby was one month old (after 30 days)
Purification: Took place forty day after giving birth to the baby.
1 mark for each ceremony, 2 marks plus 1 mark when each
ceremony took place, 2 marks = 4 marks
(c) (i) Kutemba does not understand why gifts have to be given to new
born babies and wonders whether that is a custom. Give Kutemba
three points on the value of a child’s birth traditions and customs in
a Zambian home.
Appreciation of new life
Identity of the child
Continuity of life
Usefulness of the child to the community
Any 3 points, 2 marks each = 6 marks
(ii) How do people in modern Zambian Society today show

appreciation for new life? Give two points.
Choosing a name for the child
Protecting and taking care of the baby
Taking gifts
Making celebrations
Any 2 points, 3 marks = 6 marks
(d) In what ways are the teachings of Christians on God’s direction of human
lives similar to those of Muslims?
Both teach that God directs every person’s life.
Both teach that God has a purpose for human life
Both teach that everything that happens is the will of God.
Any two points, 2 marks each = 4 marks

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2 (a) Describe how God instructed Abraham to keep God’s covenant through
circumcision. (Genesis 17: 10-14)
You and your descendants
Must all agree to circumcise every male among you.
You must circumcise every male baby boy.
When he is eight days old.
Including slaves born in your homes.
And slaves bought from foreigners. .
This will show that there is a covenant between you and God.
Each one must be circumcised a s a physical sign to the covenant.
The covenant with you is everlasting.
Any male who has not been circumcised will no longer be considered one
of my people.
Because he has not kept the covenant with me
Any 10 points, 1/z mark each - 5 marks
(b) Explain the importance attached to circumcision by the Jews. Give

two points.
An outward sign of a relationship with God
Covenant between God and the people It was a command from God
It was a mark of ownership and reminders of God’s covenant and his
people.
It gave a chance to take part in worship of Yahweh.
It was an everlasting assurance to the Jews of the promise of the Messiah.
It was a necessary condition of Jewish nationality.

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(c) (i) Muzonena, a newly converted Christian wonders why he should

be baptised in water since he is already a believer in Jesus Christ.
What Christian advice would you give to Muzonena on the meaning
of water baptism? State three points.
Baptism is an outward, physical of an inward conversion.
A person is initiated into fellowship with other Christians who make
up the Body of Christ, the church,
Means identification with Christ in his death burial and resurrection.
A Sign to the world that one has died to sin and has risen to a new
life in Jesus Christ.
Baptism is a command of Christ .
Baptism is a public expression of one’s repentance and faith which
has already taken place in one’s heart.
It expresses commitment to obedience to God’s word.
Any 3 points, 2 marks each = 6 marks.
(ii) Why is male circumcision important in Zambian Modern Society?

It reduces chances of transmission of HIV/AIDs
It reduces chances of transmission of S.T.I s
Reduces chances of transmission of cervical cancer in women
Increases cleanliness in men
(d) What are the different ways of admission practices found in Christianity
and Islam? Give two points.
Differences
Christianity: The child or adult receives instruction from a church leader.
Islam: No special instructions received.
Christianity: There is a ceremony/the person is immersed in water.
Islam: No initiation from childhood into adult religious life – no special
ceremony.
2 differences, 2 marks each - 4 marks

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3 (a) Narrate the story of 3esus healing the paralytic man. (Luke 5: 17- 26)
Jesus was teaching.
Pharisees and teachers of the law were there.
Some men came, carrying a paralysed man on a bed (sleeping mat).
Tried to take him to Jesus.
Could not pass through the crowd in the house.
Carried him up on the roof.
Made an opening in the roof.
Let the man down through the hole on his bed.
Landed right in front of Jesus.
Jesus saw they had great faith.
Said to the sick man, “Your sins are forgiven.
The religious leaders/Pharisees and teachers of the law, said this was
blasphemy.
Only God can forgive sins, they said.
Jesus said, “Is it easier to say ‘your sins are forgiven or get up and
walk?”
Jesus then said to the man, “Pick up your bed and go home.”
The man stood up at once, picked up his bed,
Went home, praising God.
Were all amazed.
What wonderful things we have seen today.”
Any 10 points, ½ mark each = 5 marks.
(b) State two significant points on why Jesus healed the sick.
had compassion/mercy over the sick
had sympathy
gave them physical and spiritual life through healing
showed love
those that showed faith

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(c) (i) Gideon has been married for ten years when suddenly his wife is
diagnosed with diabetes and she loses her sight. Gideon develops a
negative attitude towards his wife. Give three points of Christian
teachings on how he should treat his wife.
With sympathy
With Care
With love
With Compassion
With kindness
(ii) How should people’s attitude towards the chronically sick be in

modern society? Give three points.
Accept them
Love them
Care for them
No stigma and discrimination
Be helpful
Note: Credit positive answers only. Any 3 points, 2 marks each = 6 marks.
(d) In what ways are the teachings of Christians on attitudes towards

the sick similar to those of Zambian.
Both care for the sick
Both try to find a cure for the sick
Both are sympathetic to the sick
2 points, 2 marks each = 4 marks

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4 (a) Tell the story of Jesus healing a demon possessed boy. (Luke 9: 37- 43)
The next day Jesus and the three disciples went down from the hill.
A large crowd met Jesus.
A man shouted from the crowd, “Teacher, I beg of you, look at my son, my
only son.
A spirit attacks, him with a sudden shout and throws him into a fit.
He foams at the mouth
It keeps on hurting and hardly lets him go
I begged your disciples to drive it out and they could not
Jesus answered, “How unbelieving and wrong you are How long must I stay
with you?
How long do I have to put up with you?
Then he said to the man, “bring your son here.”
As the boy was Coming, the demons knocked him to the ground and threw
him into a fit.
Jesus gave a command to the evil spirit, healed the boy and gave him back
to his father
All the people were amazed at the mighty power of God
Any 10 points, 1/2 mark each = 5 marks
(b) Mention the demon practices that are forbidden in the Bible. State
two points.
Divination
Witchcraft
Magic
Spells or omen
Sorcery Astrology Palmistry Familiar spirits

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(c) (i) John is troubled by an evil spirit. A neighbour advises him to consult a
witchdoctor. What Christian advice would you give 3ohn regarding the
methods of driving out demons? Give three points.
Through prayer
Through reading and acting on the word of God Having faith in Jesus Christ
as Saviour and Lord
Repentance and confession of sin
Total commitment of one’s life to Jesus
(ii) Identify different types of spirits in modern Zambian society. Give three
points.
The Holy Spirit
The human spirit The Angels
The evil spirits or demons
The ancestral spirits
Good spirits
Bad spirits
Dissatisfied spirits
(d) In what ways are the teachings of Christianity on attitudes to treatment

of spirit possessed people different to those of Zambian Traditional
Religion. Give two points.
Differences
Christianity Prayer and quoting scriptures are used when casting out
demons
ZTR Drumming, charms and lotions are used to cast out
demons.
Christianity Believe the way to be free is through faith in Jesus Christ
as saviour and Lord.
ZTR The use of charms and amulets protects.

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SECTION B
Answer one question from this section
5 (a) Describe the Parable of the waiting servants - Luke 12:35 - 40
Be ready for whatever comes
Dressed for action with your lamps lit
Like servants who are waiting for their master
To come back from a wedding feast
When he comes and knocks, they will open the door for him at once
How happy are those servants who the master finds awake?
Even if he should come at midnight or even later
And you can be sure that if the owner of a house knew the time when the
thief would come
He would, not let the thief break into his house
And you too must be ready
Because the son of man will come at an hour when you are not expecting
him
Any 10 points, ½ marks each = 5 marks
(b) What can Christians learn from this parable? Give two points
Jesus’ followers must read at all times
Jesus will not announce his coming
Jesus’ followers who are ready, will be rewarded
Jesus will come suddenly, when we do not expect him.
Any 2 points, 2 marks each - 4 marks
(c) (i) Mapalo had Bible study with his friends. He pointed out to his friends
fat for someone to enter the kingdom of God, one must attend
church services regularly. State three points of Christian advice you
would give to Mapalo and his friends on how one can enter the
kingdom of God.
One must repent
Must lead a righteous life (portray Christian conduct)

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Obedience in God
Obey Christ in one’s life
Have faith in Christ as the son of God
(ii) Jesus said that people would be unprepared for his coming.
How can people today show they are unprepared for judgement?
State three points.
Lack of faith in God
Unrepentant hearts
Disobedient to God
Unbelief in God
Lovers of the world
(d) Differentiate the teachings of Christians on their beliefs about personal

judgement with that of the Hindus. Give two points.
Christian: Judgement based on one’s response to Christ.
Hindu: Depends on performance of deeds (Karma)
Christian: There is a final day of judgement
Hindu: Judgement follows soon after one’s death.
Christian: Belief in the resurrection
Hindu: Belief in the reincarnation
Any two differences, 2 marks each = 4 marks
6 (a) Tell the parable of the friend at midnight. Luke 11: 5-13
Then suppose one of you has a friend, and he goes to him at midnight and
say,
Friend, lend me three loaves of bread
Because a friend of mine on a journey has come to me and I have nothing
to set before him
Then one inside answers, “Don’t bother me.”

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The door is already locked and

My children are with me in bed
I cannot get up and give you anything
I tell you, though he will not jet up
and give him the bread because he is his friend Yet because of the man’s
boldness
He will get up and give him as much as he needs
So I say to you; ask and it will be given to you Seek and you will find
Knock and the door will be opened
Which of your fathers, if your son asks for a fish, will give him a snake
instead?
Or if he asks for an egg will give him a scorpion
Or if you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your
children
How much more will your father in heaven the Holy Spirit to those who ask
him
Any 10 points, ½ mark each = 5 marks
(b) What does this parable teach Christians today? Give two points.
It teaches the importance of persistence in prayer
Having faith in prayer
(c) (i) Mary says, “I have been praying for a husband for a long time
but my prayer has not been answered. I feel discouraged.” What
Christian encouragement would you give Mary in her present
situation? Give three points
Continue praying
Continue trusting and depending on God
Have faith in God ,
God answers at his own time
We never ask God in vain

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(ii) In which ways does God answer prayers in modern society? State
three points.
No, because that we ask is not in his will
Yes, as he comes through in our difficult situations
Wait, because the right time has not yet come
Through providing divine helpers to come to our help in time of need
Any 3 points, 2 marks each - 6 marks
(d) Contrast the teachings of Christians with regard to the nature and
significance of prayer with those of Zambian Traditional Religion. Give
two differences.
Differences
Christianity: They pray at any time in any place.
ZTR: Only pray at special times (i.e. funerals, drought,
epidemics, happy occasions)
Christianity: Each person can pray
ZTR: Community prayers through an appointee e.g. priest
Christianity: Don’t sacrifice during prayers
ZTR: Offer sacrifices during prayers
Christianity: Prayers are only significant if Jesus is mentioned
ZTR: Prayers are significant if ancestral spirits are mentioned.
Any 2 differences, 2 marks each = 4 marks
7 (a) Narrate the rejection of Jesus at Nazareth. Luke 4: 16-30

He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up
And on the Sabbath day he went into the synagogue
As was his custom
And he stood up to read
The scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to him
Unrolling it, he found the place where it is written
The spirit of the Lord is on me

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Because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor Lie has sent
me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners
And recovery of sight for the blind
To release the oppressed
To proclaim the year for the Lord’s favour
Then he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant and sat down
The eyes of everyone in the Synagogue were fastened on him!
“ And he began by saying to them “today this scripture is fulfilled in your
hearing.”
All spoke well of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came
from his lips
“Isn’t this Joseph’s son?” they asked
Jesus said to them, “surely you will quote this proverb to me; physician heal
yourself!”
Do here in your home town what we have heard that you did in
Capernaum,”
“I tell you the truth, he continued, “no prophet is accepted in his
hometown.
I assure you that there were many widows in Israel in the time of Elijah
When the sky was shut for three and half years
And there was a severe famine throughout the land
Yet Elijah was not sent to any of them
But to a widow in Zarephath in the region of Sidon
And there were many in Israel with leprosy in the time of Elisha “the
prophet
Yet not one of them was cleansed, only Naaman the Syrian
All the people in the Synagogue were furious when they heard his They got
up, drove him out of town and took him to the crown the hill on which the
town was built
In order to throw him down the cliff
But he walked right through the crowd and went on his way

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(b) State two ways in which 3esus reacted to this opposition.

He exposed the unbelief and stubbornness of the Jews and told them that
God did not favour them above the Gentiles (foreigners).
Jesus’ reaction was quiet, controlled and powerful.
Jesus walked away from them and they could not touch him
(c) (i) Chantu is a student at Kapatu University. He refuses to join a

demonstration over meal allowances. Other students criticise him
for his action. He feels bad about the situation; What Christian
advice would you give Chantu?
Suffering for wrong doing does not bring honour or credit, but brings
misery and shame.
Aggressive reactions bring disunity and disorder in society.
Aggressive reactions do not promote understanding, tolerance, and
love which are Christian values that must be upheld.
Aggressive reactions do not depict the love and forgiveness of Christ,
our example in Christian walk.
(ii) How do people in society today react to criticism and opposition?

State three points.
Strong resentment and anger Blaming others
Blaming
Accepting the criticism
Making a change for the better

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(d) In what ways is Christian reaction to opposition similar to that of

Mahatma Ghandi?
Both do not revenge
Botha react by showing love and forgiveness Both show tolerance
Both practice non-violence Both accept persecution
8 (a) Give an account of the story of Jesus raising Jairus‘ daughter.

Luke 8 : 40 - 42, 49 - 56
When Jesus returned to the other side of the lake
The people welcomed him because they had all been waiting for him
When a man named Jairus arrived
He was an official in the local synagogue
He threw himself down at Jesus’ feet and begged him to go to his home
Because his only daughter who was twelve years old was dying
While Jesus was saying this, a messenger came from the official’s house
“Your daughter has died,” he told Jairus,” don’t bother the teacher any
longer.”
But Jesus heard it and said to Jairus
“Don’t be afraid, only believe, and she will be well.”
Why he arrived at the house, he would not let anyone go in with him
except Peter, John and James and the father and mother
Everyone there was crying and mourning for the child
Jesus said, “don’t cry, the child is not dead, she is only sleeping They all
laughed at him because they knew that she was dead But Jesus took her by
the hand and called out, “Get up, my child!
Her life returned
she sat up at once and Jesus ordered them to give her something to eat
Her parents were astounded but Jesus commanded them not to tell anyone
what had happened

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(b) What do Christians learn from this incident about the authority of Jesus?
Give two points
Jesus is the son of God
Jesus has power to raise the dead
Jesus is the resurrection and the life
Jesus has power over death
Any 2 points, 2 mark each = 4 marks
(c) (i) HaIubono confides in his friend that even if I believe in Jesus’
resurrection, I don’t know its meaning. As a Christian friend, give
Halubono the meaning of the resurrection of 3esus to Christians
today. Give three points.
Meaning of the resurrection of Jesus
It brought God’s salvation to mankind
Jesus had brought a new beginning in God’s relationship with
mankind
Jesus had brought new life to mankind because he triumphed over
death
People are reconciled to God through Jesus Christ.
(ii) What are the views of people in modern Zambia today on life
after death. Give three points.
There is resurrection after one dies
Others do not believe in life after death.
To them death is the end of life
There are those who believe that the dead have influence on the
living (the spirits are thought to either help or trouble the living)
Other people believe that a person’s action in this life determines the
next life.

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(d) In what ways are Christian teachings about life after death similar to those
of Hindus? State two points.
Similarities
Both believe in life after death
Both believe that physical death separates the soul from the body.
2 similarities, 2 marks each = 4 marks
SECTION C
9 (a) Discuss how Saul was converted to Christianity (Acts 9: 1 – 19)

Saul still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord
Went to the high Priest and asked him for a letter to the Synagogue at
Damascus
So that if he found any belonging to the way, men and women, he
might bring them bound to Jerusalem
As he journeyed, he approached Damascus Suddenly, a light from heaven
flashed about him
He fills to the ground and heard a voice saying to him “Saul, Saul, why
do you persecute me7
“And he said who are you Lord?”
“And he said, “I am Jesus whom you are persecuting but rise and enter the
city and you will be told what you are to do.”
The men who were travelling with him stood speechless
Hearing the voice but seeing Saul arose from the ground
And when his eyes were opened, he could see nothing So they led him into
Damascus and
for three days he could not see, nor ate nor drank Now there was a disciple
at Damascus named Ananias
The Lord said to him in a vision, “Ananias
And he said“ here I am Lord”
And the Lord said to him, “Rise and go to the street called straight
And inquire in the house of Judas for a man of Tarsus named Saul

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For beheld, he is praying, and he has seen a man come in and lay his hands
on him so that he might regain his sight
But Ananias answered, “Lord I have heard from many about this man
how much evil he has done to thy servants at Jerusalem
And here he had authority from the Chief Priests to bind all who call upon
But the Lord said to him, “Go, for he is a chosen instrument of mine to thy
name.”
Carry my name before the Gentiles and kings and the Sons of Israel for I will
show him how much he must suffer for the sake of my name
(b) (i) Why was the acceptance of Saul in the church a problem after his
conversion?
Saul before he became a Christian was the leader in the persecution
of Christians.
(ii) How was the problem solved?

Barnabas explained to the Christians how Paul had been converted to
Christianity and that his conversion was genuine
1 problem + solution, 2 marks each = 4 marks
(c) (i) Mr Mulilo has just been released from prison. He goes back to his
former church for worship. Some of the church members shun and
ignore him. He feels lonely and rejected. As a Christian, advise the
church on the correct way to treat people of such nature.
Don’t discriminate him Encourage him
Accept him
Support him
Work with him
Any three points (2 marks each = 6 marks

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(ii) How can people in modern society help former prisoners to fit in society?
Give three points.
Accept them
Include them in everyday activities
Support them and help them to become useful again
Don’t discriminate them
Any three points, 2 marks each = 6 marks
(d) In what ways are Christian teaching on the methods of resolving?

Consult relevant scripture and advice from Christians
10 (a) Tell the parable of the workers in the vineyard.

Once there was a man who went out early in the morning to hire workers
He agreed to pay them the regular wage, a silver coin a day and sent them
to work
He went out again to the market place at nine o’clock and saw some men
standing doing nothing
He told them, “you also go and work in the vineyard and I will pay you a fair
wages
So they went
A twelve o’clock when he went to the market place and saw some other
men still standing there
And again he did the same at three o’clock
“Why are “you wasting the whole day here doing nothing? He asked them
“No one hired us; they answered
You also go and work in the vineyard, he told them
When evening came, the owner told his foreman, call the workers and pay
them starting with those who were hired last
The men who had began to work at five o’clock were paid a silver coin each
When the first men to be hired came to be paid, they thought they would
be paid more, but they too were given a silver coin each
They started grumbling against the employer

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These men who were hired last worked only for one hour
While we put up the whole day’s work in the hot sun, yet you paid them
the same as you paid us
The owner answered one of them, “I have not cheated you. You “agreed IO
do a day’s work for a silver coin
I wan give this man who was hired last as much as I I have the right to do
as I wish with my own money Are you jealous because I am generous?
So the last will be first, and the first will be last
(b) What are the different attitudes towards work that people may have?
Give two points.
Others work just to get (or as a means of basic incentives (food shelter etc)
Others enjoy work
Other just meet with other people
Other resent work (especially manual work)
Others just gain prestige
Others portray laziness and loafing ,
Others just pass time
(c) (i) Mike refuses to increase the wage for his house maid and says to
you, “what I give her is enough salary for her since she never went
for any training.” What Christian advice would you give Mike on the
Christian standard to guide decisions on salaries and wages as
stated in the scriptures? Give three points
No explanations of workers for the work done
Workers should be paid their wages
Wages for workers must be just and fair

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(ii) How can one learn to show respect for manual workers in modern
society? State three points.
By accepting them as they are
By appreciating the talents, they have
By recognizing the part they play in society
(d) In what ways are Christian teachings on attitudes to work similar to

those of Zambian Traditionalist? State two points Similarities
Both believe work must be done by all
Both condemn and discourage laziness
Both believe that if one refuses to work, they should not eat.
11 (a) Relate the parable of the rich young man. Matthew 19: 16-23
Now a man came up to Jesus and asked, “Teacher, what good thing must I
do to get eternal life?”
“Why do you ask me concerning what is good?” answered Jesus.
“There is only one who is good
If you want to enter life, obey the commandments.” “which ones?
The man asked;
Jesus replied, “Do not murder, do not commit adultery, do not steal, do not
give false testimony, honour your father and mother; and love your
neighbour as you love yourself
“All these I have kept, the young man said, “What do I still lack?”
Jesus answered, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possession and
give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven
Then come, follow me
When” the young man heard this, he went away sad, because he had great
wealth
Then Jesus said to his disciples, “I tell you the truth, it is hard for a rich man
to enter the. heaven

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Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle
than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God
(b) What are the effects of riches on a person’s spiritual life? Give two points.
Brings in greediness Brings pride
One can forget God/Christ
One can bring disgrace to God
(c) (i) “I am the richest here. Remember money is power. I can do anything
I like”. Rose concluded. Her friend mono, a child of God wondered
aloud,” is there anything money cannot do? Help Mono remember
her Bible lessons on the things money or riches would not be able
to do. Give three points.
Riches won’t do you any good when you face death
Riches won’t redeem any person
Riches won’t pay God the price for our lives
3 points, marks = 6 marks
(ii) What are the positive attitudes to money and possessions of people
in Modern Zambian Society? State three points.
Saving
Investing
Spending on family basic needs
Helping the need/poor

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(d) In what ways are the teachings of Christians on attitudes to wealth similar
to those of Muslims?
It is not a sin to be rich
Wealth should be obtained honestly and through hard work
Obtaining wealth through exploitation is forbidden
Wealth should be used wisely
Any two points 2 marks each = 4 marks
12 (a) Describe how the Pharisees tried to trap Jesus with the question
“Does our law allow a man to divorce his wife?
Some Pharisees came to him and tried to trap him by asking,
Our law allows a man to divorce his wife for whatever reason he
wishes?”
“Haven’t you read the scripture that says that in the beginning the creator
made people male and female?”
God said,” for this reason a man will leave his father and mother and unite
with his wife, and the two will become one.
No human being must separate what God has joined together
The Pharisees asked him, “why, did Moses give the law for a man to hand
his wife a divorce notice and send her away?’
Jesus answered, “Moses gave you permission to divorce your wives
because you are so hard to each
But it was not like that at the time of creation
I tell you, then that any man who divorces his wife for any cause other than
her unfaithfulness, commits adultery if he marries some other woman.” t
Any 10 joints, ½ mark each - 5 marks
(b) What are the Biblical purposes for marriages Give two points.
Mutual companionship and help
Mutual love and faithfulness
A permanent union between two people
Reproduction of life
Fulfilment of desire

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(c) (i) Mary says, “The man I want to marry must have riches because I don’t
want to continue with suffering.” Give Mary the qualities of a good
husband as is stated in the word of God. Give three points.
One who loves his wife as Christ love the church
One who protects his wife One who respects the wife
One who is able to provide and care
Any 3 points, 2 marks each 6 marks
(ii) Give reasons why a Christian husband in Zambian Society must treat the
wife with loving consideration. Give three points
Because she is a weaker sex
Because she has equal rights to life with man so he must not make
miserable
So that prayers may not be hindered (if he fails to give his wife due
consideration, he could hardly pray with her)
Good commands husband to love their wives
NOTE: CREDIT ANY OTHER POSITIVE ANSWER
(d) In what ways does Christian teaching on their attitude towards unmarried
adults differ from that of Zambian?
Christians: Consider the unmarried adult to be normal
ZTR: Consider the unmarried adult to be abnormal
Christians: The unmarried adult are not despised but are appreciated as
many have given themselves to God’s work to serve the
community.
ZTR: The unmarried adult is despised and people conclude that
there are somehow deficient in the reproductive organs
2 points of difference, 2 marks each = 4 marks

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Tuesday 14 NOVEMBER 2017
1. (a) Narrate the story of Mary’s visit to Elizabeth (Luke 1:39-45) [5]
- Soon afterward Mary got ready and hurried off to a town in in the hill
country of Judea
- She went into Zechariah’s house and greeted Elizabeth
- When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greetings, the baby moved within her.
Elizabeth was filled with the holy spirit
- And said in a loud voice, you are the most blessed of all women and blessed
is that child you will bear
- Why should this great thing happen to me, that my lord’s mother comes to
visit me?
- For as soon as I heard your greetings. The baby within me jumped with
gladness
- How happy you are to believe that the lord’s message to you will come true!
(Any 10 points @ ½ points each = 5 marks)
(b) State two points why God chose Mary and Elizabeth to fulfil his purpose. [4]
- Their way of life pleased God
- They were expecting the messiah
- They were instructed in a supernatural way to use their natural desires
- They were willing and available to fulfil God’s purposes
(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4 points)

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(c) (i) Kazanga says, “I find it difficult to know how God directs Christians in
the ways that is Pleasing to Him.” State three Christian pieces of
advice you would give Kazanga on God directs human lives. [6]
- Through his word/bible
- By inner inspiration of the Holy Spirit
- Making themselves available to God
- Through circumstances of life
- By having peace of mind in decision making
(ii) How do people in Zambian society make right

decisions for the right directions? State three points. [6]
- Circumstances in their lives
- The advice of their friends
- Using their freedom properly
- Doing various things to discover what they can do best.
- Prayer
- Through asking God’s direction.
- Consulting from elders.
(Any 3 points @2marks each = 6marks)
(d) In what ways are the Christian teaching similar to those of Muslims? State
two points. [4]
- God ordains every phase and activity of life.
- Everything that happens is God’s will/allowed by God.
- Both use Holy Scriptures as a basis for guidance.
(Any 2 points @2marks each = 4 marks)

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2. (a) Relate the story of the imprisonment and the death of John the Baptist. [5]
Mark 6:17-22
- Herod himself had ordered john’s arrest, and he had him tied up and put in
prison. Herod did this because of Herodias, whom he had married, even though
she was the wife of his brother Phillip.
- John the Baptist kept telling Herod, it isn’t right for you to marry your brother’s
wife.
- So Herodias held a grudge against john and wanted to kill him, but she could not
because of Herod.
- Herod was afraid of john because he knew that John was a good and holy man,
and so he kept him safe. He liked to listen to him, even though he became greatly
disturbed every time he heard him.
- Finally Herodias got her chance. It was on Herod’s birthday, when he gave a feast
for all the top government officials, the military chiefs, and the leading citizens of
Galilee.
- The daughter of Herodias came in and danced, and please Herod and his guests.
So the king said to the girl, what would you like to have? I will give you anything
you want.
- With many vows he said to her, I swear that I will give you anything you ask for,
even as much as half my kingdom!
- So the girl went out and asked her mother, what shall I ask for? The head of John
the Baptist, she answered.
- The girl hurried back at once to the king and demanded, I want you to give me
here and now the head of John the Baptist on a plate!
- This made the king very sad, but he could not refuse her because of the vows
he had made in front of his entire guest.
- So he sent off a guard at once with orders to bring john’s head. The guard left,
went to the prison, and cut John’s head off;
- Then he brought it on a place and gave it to the girl, who gave it to her mother.
- When john’s disciples heard about this, they came and got his body and buried it.
(Any 10 points @ ½ marks each = 5 marks)

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(b) In what ways was the work of Jesus different form that of John the Baptist?
Give two points [4]
- John challenged people to repent but not forgive sins while Jesus as the son of
God could forgive sin when people repented
- John baptized people with water as a sign of repentance in preparation for the
coming of Jesus while Jesus would baptize those who repented with the power of
the Holy Spirit, to help them live their lives to please God.
- John the Baptist could not cast out demons but Jesus did so
- John did not heal the sick but Jesus healed the sick
- (any 2 points @ 2 mark each = 4 marks)
(C) (i) The president of a certain country directs that, “all government officials in
my administration should exhibit the right behavior as they carry out
their duties,” state three examples of right behavior as to be portrayed
by government officers. [6]
- Not taking advantage of their positions
- Working honestly to benefit others
- Not accepting bribes
- Working hard
(Credit any other positive solutions)
(Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)
(ii) How do ordinary people in secular work portray right behavior in modern
Zambian society? State three points. [6]
- Working hard
- Being honest and trustful
- Not wasting employer’s time
- Having good reputation
- Being upright
- Avoiding corruption practices (Credit any other positive solutions

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(d) In what ways are the main messages of Christianity different from that of Islam?
State two points. [4]
Christianity - Charity work or giving is not an obligation.
Islam - Alms giving is an obligation.
Christianity - it is not mandatory to go the Holy Land
Islam - pilgrimage is a must in one’s life time.
Christianity - fasting is done when there is need.
Islam - fasting is fixed during the month of Ramadan.
(Any 2 differences@2marks each = 4 marks)
3. (a) Relate the story of Jesus’ baptism by John the Baptist [5]
Mathew 3:13 – 17
- At that time Jesus arrived from Galilee
- And came to john at the Jordan to be baptized by him.
- But john tried to make him change his mind
- “I ought to be baptized by you,” John said, “and yet you have come
to me!”
- But Jesus answered him, “Let it be so for now.
- For in this way we shall do all that God requires,” so john agreed.
- As soon as Jesus was baptized, he came up out of the water.
- Then heaven was opened to him and he saw the spirit of God coming
down life a dove and lighting on him
- Then a voice said form heaven,
- This is my own dear son, with whom I am pleased.”

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(b) There are many forms of baptism carried out by various churches. Mention any
two of these. [4]
- Sprinkling water
- Pouring water
- Immersion in water
(c) (i) Chaminuka has been a Christian for a long time. However, she has not
undergone water baptism, one day she says to you, “I do not see the
importance of water baptism,” as a mature Christian, state three points
you would give Chaminuka on the importance of baptism. [6]
- Identifying with Christ in his death, burial and resurrection
- It is done in obedience to Christ
- It is a command from Christ
- It is an outward sign that repentance and forgiveness have already taken
place
- Association with the body of Christ
(ii) Why are initiation rites for both boys and girls important in modern Zambian
society? Give three points. [6]
- Mark of becoming an adult
- Prepare them for their adulthood roles
- Are trained to be responsible members of the community
- Are trained in discipline
- Are trained in skills and right attitudes in society

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(d) In what ways are the purposes of Christian baptism similar to the Zambian
tradition initiation practices? State two points [4]
In both it shows
- That one has passed from one stage of life to the other.
- Publicly that one has entered a new way of life
- An outward symbol of an inward reality
- That one is ready to take an adulthood responsibility
4. (a) Tell the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand people [5]
Luke 9:12-17
- When the sun was beginning to set, the twelve disciples came to him and said,
- Send the people away so that they can go to the villages and farms around here
and find food and lodging, because this is a lonely place
- But Jesus said to them, you have five loaves and two fish.”
- They answered; you yourselves give them something to eat.”
- They answered; all we have are five loaves and two fish.”
- Do you want us to go and buy food for this whole crowd? (There were about five
thousand men there.)
- Jesus said to his disciples,
- “Make the people sit down in groups of about fifty each.”
- After the disciples had done so,
- Jesus took the five loaves and to fish, looked up to heaven, thanked God for them,
- broke them, and gave them to the disciples to distribute to the people
- They all ate and had enough.
- And the disciples took up twelve baskets of what was left over.

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(b) What does this incident show about the character of Jesus Christ?
State two points [4]
- His divine power to multiply five loaves of bread and to fish
- His deity and humanity to show compassion for the crowd and feed them
- His dependence on God his father by first giving thanks before breaking the bread
and fish.
- He was also the only provider of both physical and spiritual needs.
(c) (i) John invites Peter to a healing and deliverance crusade at his Church.
However, Peter refuses and says that the he does not believe in miracles.
As a Christian, explain to Peter why Christians believe in miracles. State
three points. [6]
Belief
- In the resurrection of Jesus
- In a miracle working God
- That miracles occur today
- In the birth of Jesus
(ii) What are the views of the people in modern Zambian society on miracles?
State three points. [6]
- Some believe in miracles
- Others do not believe in a miracle working God
- Some do not believe in a miracle itself
- There is lack of proof or evidence

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(d) What ways is the teaching of Christian with regard to miracles different from
those of Muslims? State two points. [4]
Christian - God can use anyone with faith to perform miracles
Muslim - God only uses prophets sent by him to perform miracles
Christian - The test of the genuine believer is not the ability to perform Miracles
Muslim - Holy men are used by God to perform miracles in order to Increase
their reputation
(Any 2 differences @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)
SECTION B
5. (a) Describe the story of the rich man and Lazarus [5]
Luke 16:19 – 30
- Here was once a rich man who dressed in the most expensive clothes and lived in
great luxury every day
- There was also a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores, who used to be
brought to the rich man’s door,
- Hopping to eat the bits of food that fell from the rich man’s table. Even the dogs
would come and lick his sores.
- The poor man died and was carried by the angels to sit beside Abraham at the
feast in heaven. The rich man died and was buried. And in Hades, where he was in
great pain, he looked up and saw Abraham, far away, with Lazarus at his side.
- So he called out, father Abraham! Take pity on me, and send Lazarus to dip his
finger in some water and cool off my tongue, because I am in great pain in this
fire!
- But Abraham said, remember, my son, that in your lifetime you were given all the
good things, while Lazarus got all the bad things. But now he is enjoying himself
here, while you are in pain.
- Besides all that, there is a deep pit lying between us, so that those who want to
cross over from here to you cannot do so, nor can anyone cross over to us from
where you are.
- The rich man said, and then I beg you, father Abraham; send Lazarus to my
father’s house.

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- Where I have five brothers, let them go and warn them so that they, at least, will
come to this place of pain.
- Abraham said your brothers have Moses and the prophets to warn them; your
brothers should listen to what they say.
- The rich man answered. That is not enough, father Abraham! But if someone
were to rise from death and go to them, then they would turn from their sins.
- But Abraham said, if they will not listen to Moses and the prophets, they will not
be convinced even if someone were to rise from death.
(Any 10 points @ 1 mark each = 5 marks)
(b) (i) why did the rich man in the passage fail to use his wealth to serve God?
State one point.
- Because he had no time for God
- Because he valued his riches more than God and others
(Any one point @ 2 marks = 2 marks)
(ii) According to Jesus, what is the duty of Christians in this life to others in the
above passage? State one point. [4]
- To be unselfish and concerned for others
(Failure to use wealth @ 2 marks + duty of Christians @ 2 marks = 4 marks)
(c) (i) Obed says, “it is clear from what is happening in the world today, Jesus is
about to come.” He further said, “Christians should ensure that they do
their responsibly faithfully,” state three duties that Christians can do in
preparation for the coming of Jesus Christ. [6]
- Helping others in need.
- Witnessing to others.
- Obeying Christ’s instructions for Christian living.
- Obedience to God’s teaching.
- Doing what is good.
- Preaching to others.
- Should repent.

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(ii) What are the signs of the coming judgment in modern Zambian society?
- Earthquakes
- Wars.
- Famines.
- Spreading diseases.
- Persecution will come.
- Children disobeying parents.
- False prophets/teachers.
(d) In what ways are the ideas about the final judgments in Christianity different
from that of Hinduism? State two points. [4]
Christianity -Judgement is determined by one’s response to Christ
Hinduism -Performance of deeds is essential (karma)
Christianity –Judgement comes on the day of Judgement.
Hinduism - Judgement comes soon after one’s death.
Christianity - Belief in resurrection.
Hinduism - Belief in reincarnation.
6 (a). Narrate the story of the transfiguration of Jesus [5]

- About a week after he had said these things, Jesus took Peter, John, and James
with him and went up a hill to pray.
- While he was praying, his face changed its appearance, and his clothes became
dazzling white.
- Suddenly two men were there talking with him
- They were Moses and Elijah
- Who appeared in heavenly glory and talked with Jesus about the way in which he
would soon fulfil God’s purpose by dying in Jerusalem.
- Peter and his companions were sound asleep,

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- But they woke up and saw Jesus’ glory and the two men who were standing with
him.
- As the men were leaving Jesus, Peter said to him, Master, how good it is that we
are here!
- We will make three tents, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah
- (He did not really know what he was saying.)
- While he was still speaking, a cloud appeared and covered them with its shadow;
- And the disciples were afraid as the cloud came over them.
- A voice said from the cloud,
- This is my Son, whom I have chosen listen to him!
- When the voice stopped, there was Jesus all alone.
- The disciples kept quiet about all this and told no one at that time anything they
had seen.
(b) (i) In the above passage, two people namely Moses and Elijah appeared, state
what each one represents. Give TWO points. [4]
- Moses representing the Old testament law
- Elijah representing the old testament prophets
(ii) What was the significance of the voice in the passage? Give one point.
- It confirmed all that Jesus was doing, especially His plan to go on to
Jerusalem for His death and resurrection.
- For fulfilment of the Old Testament prophecy and the law
(Representation of two words Moses and Elijah @ 1 mark + significance of
the voice @ 2 marks = 4 marks)

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(c) (i) “I do not understand why Christians should suffer for the sake of Christ”
wondered a church elder. “I have been a Christian for 10 years full of
suffering and I feel discouraged,” he said, what Christian advice would
you give to the church elder on why Christians suffer for the sake of
Christ? State three points. [6]
.
- Jesus follows must be willing to suffer
- To test and purity people’s faith
- Christ flowers must be ready to make sacrifices
- To grow the Kingdom of God
- God gives strength to endure suffering
- To teach people to depend on God for
- Christians can have faith and hope even in suffering
- Christ’s followers must suffer for …
- God provides a way out of suffering
- Discipline people and teach them
(ii) How can people in modern Zambian society avoid suffering?

- Maintain good moral standards.
- Do not take drugs.
- Caring for the environment.
- Respect human rights.
- Birth control.

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(d) In what ways are the Christian teaching different from that of Hindus?
State two points. [6]
Christianity – God may allow us to suffer to test our faith but much suffering is tragic
and could not come from a caring God.
Hinduism - everything comes from god even suffering.
Christianity – suffering is a test of one’s faith to prove that it is real.
Hinduism - suffering is a way to measure one’s strength of mind and soul.
Christianity - all Christians suffer at times it does not depend on the amount of holiness
but God gives strength to endure it.
Hinduism - the more holy a person is, the greater his power to bear suffering.
7 (a) Tell the story of the burial of Jesus [5]

Luke 23:50 – 56
- There was a man named Joseph from Arinathea, a town in Judea,

- He was a good and honourable man, who was waiting for the coming of the
kingdom of God.
- Although he was a member of the council, he had not agreed with their decision
and action.
- He went into the presence of Pilate and
- asked for the body of Jesus
- then took the body down, wrapped it in a linen sheet, - placed
- it in a tomb which had been dug out of solid rock and which had never been used.
- It was Friday, and the Sabbath was about to begin
- The women who had followed Jesus from Galilee went with Joseph
- And saw the tomb and how Jesus’ body was placed in it.
- Then they went back home and prepared the spices and perfumes for the body
- On the Sabbath they relaxed as the law commanded.

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(b) What is the New Testament teaching about the meaning of Jesus’ death? State
two points. [4]
- Brought an end to animal sacrifice
- Brings reconciliation between man and God
- Man’s sins are forgiven through the blood of Jesus
- Man can approach God without fear of judgment
- Barriers between Jews and gentiles have been broken down through the blood of
Jesus.
- Brings eternal salvation
(Any 2 differences @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)
(c) (i) Mildred is a Christian who has been terminally ill and confides in you that
she fears death.
As a Christian what advice would you give Mildred on why Christian
should not fear death? Give three points. [6]
- The death of Christ removes fear of death from those who believe in his name.
- Physical death is temporal because Jesus through his death on the cross defeated
death.
- Those who believe in Jesus though they die, shall live again, death has no power
over those who believe in Jesus.
- The power of death comes from sin, but Christ has defeated death by removing
the sin of mankind through the cross
- Death is the gate way to heaven
- Only the body is destroyed but not the spirit

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(ii) What are the negative attitudes to death in modern Zambian society?
Blame it on
- Witchcraft
- Others
- God
- An agent such as; hatred and jealousy, a curse, a grudge
(d) In which ways are Christian teaching son burial practices similar to that of
Muslims? State two points. [4]
- Relatives gather at home to mourn
- Both pay their last respect
- Both may take their dead to their places of worship
- Both bury their dead
- Both conduct prayers
8 (a) Tell the story of Elijah raising the widow’s son at Zarephath. [5]
1kings 17:17 – 24
- Sometime later the widow’s son got sick; he got worse and worse, and finally he
died.
- She said to Elijah, man of god, why did you do this to me?
- Did you come here to remind God of my sins and so cause my son’s death?
- Give the boy to me, Elijah said.
- He took the boy from her arms, carried him upstairs to the room where he was
staying, and laid him on the bed.
- Then he prayed aloud, O LORD my God, why have you done such a terrible thing
to this widow?
- She has been kind enough to take care of me, and now you kill her son!
- Then Elijah stretched himself out on the boy three times and prayed

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- O LORD my God, restore this child to life!

- The LORD answered Elijah’s prayer; the child started breathing again and revived.
- Elijah too the boy back down stairs to his mother and said to her, look, your son is
alive!
- She answered, now I know that you a man of God and that the LORD really speaks
through you!
(b) What did Jesus mean when he called himself, “the Resurrection and the life?”
Give two points. [4]
- Those that were spiritually dead through sin, may have eternal life through faith
in him.
- Jesus had power over death
- Jesus was the Son of God
(c) (i) During a history lesson, a teacher challenged Christian learners to prove
that Jesus rose from death if he is to be converted to Christianity. Show
three “proofs” to the teacher from the New Testament teachings on the
resurrection of Jesus. [6]
- The apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ gave witness to the resurrection
of Jesus
- So far no one has ever discovered the evidence of the resurrection
- The coming of the Holy Spirit witnesses the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
- The transformation of people’s lives as they accept Christ’s

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(ii) What ides do people hold about life after death in modern
Zambian Society? State three points. [6]
- Some believe that there is no life after death
- Others believe that there is no life after death
- Some believe that death is a cessation of life
- Some people believe that the present life has no bearing on the next life.
(d) In what ways are Christian belief in the after death similar to those of Hindus?
State two points [4]
- Both believe that there is life after death
- Both believe that there is a better life after this present life
- Both believe that there is life beyond the grave and is eternal
SECTION C
9 (a) Relate an account of peter’s vision and the roman officer’s household [5]
(Acts 10: 9-23)
- The next day, as they were on their way and coming near Joppa, peter went up on
the roof of the house about noon in order to pray,
- He became hunger and wanted something to eat;
- While the food was being prepared, he had a vision
- He saw heaven opened and something coming down that looked like a large sheet
- Being lowered by its four corners to the earth
- In it were all kinds of animals, reptiles, and wild birds
- A voice said to him, get up, peter, kill and eat!
- But peter said, certainly not, lord! I have never eaten anything ritually unclean or
defiled.
- The voice spoke to him again, do not consider anything unclean that God has
declared clean.
- This happened three times, and then the thing was taken back up in heaven.

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- While peter was wondering about the meaning of this vision, the men sent by
Cornelius had learned where Simon’s house was, and they were now standing in
front of the gate.
- They called out and asked, it there a guest here by the name of Simon peter?
- Peter was still trying to understand what the vision meant, when the Spirit said,
Listen! Three men are here looking for you
- So get ready and go down, and do not hesitate to go with them, have sent them.
- So Peter went down and said to the men, I am the man you are looking for.
Why have you come?
- Captain Cornelius sent us, they answered. He is a good man who worships God
and is highly respected by all the Jewish people. An angel of God told him to invite
you to his house, so that he could hear what you have to say.
- Peter invited the men in and had them spend the night there. The next day he
went got ready and went with them; and some of the believers from Joppa along
with him.
(Any 10 points @ ½ mark each = 5 marks)
(b) Give two reasons why some early Christians at first opposed the inclusion of the
Non-Jews in the church. [4]
- Non-Jews were considered unclean
- They were considered sinners
- They were considered sinners
- They were considered as people beyond god’s forgiveness/redemption
- They were considered outcasts
- They were uncircumcised and did not obey Moses’ law

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(c) (i) In a certain local church, the congregants refuse to accept the Pastor who
was transferred from another town. What Christian advice would you give
the congregants on the need to accept people of different tribes? State
three points. [6]
- Do not discriminate as a Christian
- Christians are all one in Christ Jesus
- God does not discriminate.
- Anyone who hinders God’s word will be punished.
- The Gospel is universal message and cuts across tribes or races.
- It will be deemed tribalism
(ii) How should people in modern Zambian society relate to people of different
tribes, races and cultures? State three points [6]
- Break communication barriers
- Avoid prejudice
- Avoid segregation.
- Avoid tribalism/racism
- Mix with others freely
- Live at peace with other people NB credit any positive answer.
(d) In what ways are Christian teachings on inclusion of people of various races and
cultures different from those of Muslims? State two points. [4]
Christian - there are no religious conflicts between certain traditional customs,
marriage, family and death
Muslim - conflicts may arise in a cross-cultural situation especially between
certain traditional customs and religious beliefs.
Christian - use persuasion and love to witness to people of different races
Muslim - may use force to witness to other races especially those who try
to oppose them.
Christian - belief must be accompanied by repentance

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Muslim - a declaration of belief in the main teaching is sufficient to make one

a disciple of Islam
(Any 2 points of differences @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)
10 (a) Give an account ofthe story of Ananias and Sapphira [5]

Acts 5:1-11
- But there was a man named Ananias, who with his wife sapphire sold some
property that belonged to them.
- But with his wife’s agreement he kept part of the money for himself and turned
the rest over to the apostles
- Peter said to him, Ananias, why did you let Satan take control of you and make
you lie to the Holy Spirit by keeping part of the money you received for the
property?
- Before you sold the property, it belonged to you: and after you sold it, the money
was yours. Why, then, did you decide to do such a thing? You have not lied to
people – you have lied to God!
- As soon as Ananias heard this, he fell down dead; and all who heard about it were
terrified.
- The young men came in, wrapped up his body, carried him out, and buried him.
- About three hours later his wife, not knowing what had happened came in
- Peter asked her, tell me, was this the full amount you and your husband received
for your property? Yes, she answered, the full amount.
- So peter said to her, why did you and your husband decide to put the Lord’s Spirit
to the test? The men who buried your husband are at the door right now, and
they will carry you out too!
- At once she fell down at his feet and died. The young men came in and saw that
she was dead, so they carried her out and buried her beside her husband.
- The whole church and all the others who heard of this were terrified.
(Any 10 points @ ½ mark each = 5 marks)

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(b) (i) What two sins did Ananias and sapphira commit? [4]
- Lied to both man and God
- Cheated both man and God
- Pretended/hypocritical to both man and God
- Lied to the Holy Spirit
(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4marks)
(ii) State TWO positive reactions of the early church believers to this incident
- Had a deep sense of awe/fear of God
- Had a deep sense reverence for God
(2 sins committed @ 1 mark each = 2 marks + 2 Christian reactions @ 1
mark each = 2 marks; total = 4 marks)
(c) (i) Gunda has been a treasurer of a certain local church for some time.
However, the church discovered that some money was missing. When
asked, Gunda admitted to have used the money on personal matters.
State three Christian advices you would give Gunda against being
dishonest. [6]
- He should not steal from God
- He should not use God’s money for his own gain.
- God does not bless anything that comes through deceit.
- He should learn to be honest and trustworthy
- Stealing is sin/the bible forbids stealing (Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)
(ii) How do people in modern Zambian society resolve disagreements? State three
points. [6]
- Counselling those in conflict to help them resolve
- Conducting mutual discussions between both sides.
- Careful investigation as what could be the root cause of the problem
- Consulting other people who could provide guidance on the conflict
- Those in disagreements are encouraged to be open and honest to each other
- Forgiveness

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(d) In what ways are Christian teachings on way differences are resolved in a
community similar to that of Zambian traditionalists? State two points. [4]
- solves problems of different levels/ decisions of the elders

- Workers to understand the problem
- Look at all aspects of the situation
- Work to avoid exploitation
- Follow laid down guidelines
- Resolve problems in a peaceful manner
11 (a) give an account of the fourth commandment. [5]

Exodus 20:8 – 11
- Observe the Sabbath and keep it holy.
- You have six days in which to do your work,
- But the seventh day is a day of rest dedicated to me.
- On that day no one is to work
- Neither you, your children, your slaves, your animals,
- Nor the foreigners who live in your country
- In six days I, the LORD, made the earth,
- The sky, the seas, and everything in them,
- But on the seventh day, I rested.
- That is why I, the LORD, blessed the Sabbath and made it holy.
(b) How did Jesus’ disciples observe the Lord’s Day? State two points. [4]
- They rested and relaxed
- They worshiped and praised the Lord
- They healed the sick
- They did good things

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(c) (i) Kwanu a newly converted Christian. However he was seen patronizing
drinking places during leisure time. When asked, Kwanu responded that,
“I don’t know where and how to spend leisure time. “What Christian
advice would you give Kwanu on how to spend leisure time? State three
points. [6]
- He should spend his leisure time in a way approved by God
- He should be using his leisure time properly as he will be accountable to God on
how he uses his leisure time.
- It is one way of resting and relaxing
- He can worship and praise God through the TV programmes Church activities
Credit any other positives response (Any 3 points @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)
(ii) How can people in modern Zambian society spend their leisure time negatively?
- Drinking beer
- Prostitution
- Drug abuse
- Watching bad movies Credit any other negative response.
(Any 3 points @2marks each = 6marks)
(d) In what similar ways do Christians and Hindus spend their leisure time? State
two points. [4]
- Relaxing and resting
- Visiting families and friends.
- Taking part in sport.
- Social gatherings that are acceptable or Godly.
- Doing what is good.
(Any 2 points @2marks each = 4 marks)

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12. (a) Relate the parable a Rich Fool. [5]

Luke 12:13-21
- A man in the crowd said to Jesus, teacher, tell my brother to divide with me the
property our father left us
- Jesus answered him, friend, who gave me the right to judge or to divide that
property between you two?
- And he went on to say to them all, watch out and guard yourselves from every
kind of greed;
- Because your true life is not made up of the things you own, no matter how rich
you may be.
- Then Jesus told them this parable: there was once a rich man who had land
which bore good crops
- He began to think to himself, “I don’t have a place to keep all my crops. What can
I do?
- This is what I will do, he told himself;
- I will tear down my barns and build bigger ones, where I will store the grain and
all my other goods.”
- Then I will say to myself, lucky man! You have all the good things you need for
many years.
- Take life easy, eat, drink, and enjoy yourself
- But god said to him. “You fool! This very night you will have to give up your life;
- Then who will get all these things you have kept for yourself?
- And Jesus concluded, this is how it is with those who pile up riches for themselves
but are not rich in God’s sight.
(b) From the above story, state two characteristics of rich people as pointed out by
Jesus. [4]
- Many rich people are greedy and covetous
- Exploit the poor and the needy
- They are dishonest
- Many rich people have forgotten their creator/God.

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(c) (i) Chati was once a committed Christian. However, now he has backslidden
because of wealth. His son has become worried that his father might not
enter the kingdom of God. He asks you, “What Christian response would
you give Chati’s son on why it is hard for a rich person to enter God’s
Kingdom? State three points. [6]
- Pride
- Forgetting God
- Denying God
- Rejecting Christ
- Selfishness/greedy
(ii) How should the positive attitudes to wealth and possessions similar to that
of Hindus? Give two points.
- Save monthly.
- Use it wisely by investing.
- Use it on family needs.
- A means to promote God’s work.
(d) In what ways are Christian attitudes to wealth and possessions similar to that of
Hindus? Give two points. [4]
- Wealth must be acquired honestly
- Wealth is a blessing if used rightly and horrible block if used wrongly.

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NOVEMBER 2018
SECTION A
1 (a) Relate the announcement of the birth of Jesus to the Shepherds.
(Luke 2: 8 — 20)
There were some shepherds in that part of the country who were spending the
night in the fields,
taking care of their flocks.
An angel of the Lord appeared to them,
and the glory of the Lord shone over them.
They were terribly afraid,
but the angel said to them, Don’t be afraid!
I am here with good news for you, which will bring great joy to all the people.
This very day in David’s town your Saviour was born
Christ the Lord!
And this is what will prove it to you:
you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and
lying in a manger.
Suddenly a great army of heaven’s angels appeared with the angel,
singing praises to God:
Glory to God in the highest heaven,
and peace on earth to those with whom he is pleased!
When the angels went away from them back into heaven,
the shepherds said to one another, Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that
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which the Lord has told us.

So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph and saw the baby lying in
the manger.
When the shepherds saw him,
they told them what the angel had said about the child.
All who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said.
Mary remembered all these things and thought deeply about them.
The shepherds went back, singing praises to God
for all they had heard and seen; it had been just as the angel had told
them.
(Any 10 points, 'la a mark each = 5 marks)
(b) How did Herod react when he heard about the birth of Jesus?
Give two points.
He was very upset.
He ordered the massacre of all male children under the age of two years. He met
the wisemen to find out what time the star had appeared
He instructed the wisemen to go and make a careful search for the child and
return to him so that he can also go and worship him.
He sent for teachers of the law and the chief priests to find out where the
Messiah would be born.
(Any 2 points, 2 marks each = 4 marks)
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that they consult a witchdoctor. Give one argument the family would use
to support their decision and give two Christian responses Jane would
give against their decision.
Argument
We want to find out the cause of the sickness
Christian Response
Divination is sin
Obedience to God must come first
Trust in God who gives life.
(1 argument, 2 marks; + 2 Christian response, 2 marks each)
(ii) How do people in the modern Zambian Society choose names for infants?
Give three points.
Ancestral names
Named after relatives
Named in connection with situations at the time of birth; for example,
trouble, death, difficult childbirth, rainy season
Family situations; for example; a boy is born after two (2) girls
Christian names/names from the Bible
(d) In what ways is the teaching of Christianity on religious duty and family loyalty
similar to that of the Zambian Tradition? Give two points.
Both respect parents and family members
Both are loyal to their family members
(2 points, 2 marks each = 4 marks)
2 (a) Give an account of Peter denying Jesus. (Luke 22: 54 — 62)

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They arrested Jesus and took him away into the house of the High Priest;
and Peter followed at a distance.
A fire had been lit in the center of the courtyard,
and Peter joined those who were sitting around it.
When one of the servant women saw him sitting there at the fire, she
looked straight at him and said, this man too was with Jesus! But Peter
denied it,
Woman, I don’t even know him!
After a little while a man noticed Peter and said,
You are one of them, too!
But Peter answered, Man, I am not!
And about an hour later another man insisted strongly,
There isn’t any doubt that this man was with Jesus, because he also is a
Galilean!
But Peter answered, Man, I don’t! now what you are talking about!
At once, while he was still speaking, a booster crowed. The Lord turned
around and looked straight at Peter, and Peter remembered that the Lord
had said to him,
Before the booster crows tonight, You Will say three times that you do not
know me.
Peter went out and wept bitterly.
(Any 10 points, ½ mark each = 5 marks)
(b) State two reasons why God tests people.

To test our faith
To test our obedience
To prove the depth of our Love to Him
To increase our love for God
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temptation since I do not know the ways through which temptations

come.” As a Christian, state three different ways in which temptations
may come.
— Through our senses
— Our desires
— Our weaknesses
— Our pride of position which makes us forget our humble position before God.
through trying to help others, we can be tempted to fall into the same sins
— our friends through a most unlikely source, for example, a friend who
misinterprets God’s will for us
— through poverty
— through prosperity and possessions through circumstances
(ii) How do people in the modern Zambian Society overcome temptations? State
three points.
Submission to God
Praying in Jesus’ Name
Resist the temptation
Moving away from places of temptations
Using God‘s word
(d) In what way is the Christian teaching different from that of the Hindu with
regard to temptation? Give two points.
Christianity: There are many temptations and temptation is not sin.
Hinduism: There are two main temptations for Hindu which are lust and greedy.
Christianity: Overcome temptation by prayer/using the word of God or fleeing from
temptation
Hinduism: Overcome temptation by thinking of impurities which come from the
human body; for example, physical attraction.
(2 differences, 2 marks each = 4 marks)
3 (a) Tell the story about 3esus healing a blind man at Jericho. (Luke 18: 3S -43)

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As Jesus was coming near Jericho,

there was a blind man sitting by the road, begging.
When he heard the crowd passing by, he asked,
What is this? Jesus of Nazareth is passing by, they told him.
He cried out, Jesus! Son of David! Have mercy on me!
The people in front scolded him and told him to be quiet.
But he shouted even more loudly, Son of David! Have mercy on me!
So Jesus stopped and ordered the blind man to be brought to him.
When he came near, Jesus asked him, what do you want me to do for you?
Sir, he answered, I want to see again.
Jesus said to him, then see!
Your faith has made you well.
At once he was able to see, and he followed Jesus, giving thanks to God.
When the crowd saw it, they all praised God.
(Any 10 points, ½ marks each = 5 marks)
(b) What did Jesus show in the above incident? State two points.
He showed love
He showed pity/compassion/sympathy
He showed his power over diseases
(c) (i) “I have been praying for my sick daughter for a long time, but she doesn’t
seem to be recovering. I wonder if God can perform a miracle”, complains
Mirriam. What Christian advice would you give Mirriam concerning her
situation? Give three points.
Have faith that God will answer
Continue praying
Trust in God regardless of the situation
God answers in His own time

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(ii) How do people in the modern Zambian Society react to miracles? State three
points.
Some praise God
Others become converted to Christianity
Some doubt and take it as an ordinary thing Others thank God
Some put their trust in God
(d) In what ways are the Christian beliefs in miracles different from those of the
Muslims? State two points.
Christians — Miracles increase people‘s faith in God
Muslims — Miracles increase the influence of living
Christians — God uses ordinary people to perform miracles
Muslims — Only holy men can perform miracles
4 (a) Relate the Parable of the Wedding Feast. (Luke 14: 7 — 11)
Jesus noticed how some of the guests were choosing the best places,
so be told this parable to all of them:
When someone invites you to a wedding feast, do not sit down in the best
place.
It could happen that someone more important than you has been invited,
and your host, who invited both of you, would have to come and say to
you, Let him have this place.
Then you would be embarrassed and have to sit in the lowest place.
Instead, when you are invited, go and sit in the to 'lowest place, so that
your host will come to you and say,
Come on up, my friend, to a better place.
This will bring you honour in the presence of all the other guests.
For those who make themselves great will be humbled, and those who
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(b) What are the two lessons that Jesus teaches in this parable?
Humility
being unselfish
Not pushing oneself forward to obtain the best seats
(c) (i) “Each time Pastor Kukepi preaches on 'God's Kingdom,’ I fail to
understand the characteristics of the Kingdom of God,” says Mapesho. As
a mature Christian, help Mapesho to understand the characteristics of the
Kingdom of God. State three points.
Not actual place
It is where God rules
It is brought by Jesus
God rules over the hearts and wills of people
(ii) How do people in the modern Zambian Society react to miracles?

State three points.
Some praise God
Others become converted to Christianity
Some doubt and take it as an ordinary thing
Others thank God
Some put their trust in God
(d) In what ways are the Christian beliefs in miracles different from those of the
Muslims? State two points.
Christians — Miracles increase people’s faith in God
Muslims — Miracles increase the influence.
Christians — God uses ordinary people to perform miracles
Muslims — Only holy men can perform miracles

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(ii) How do people in the modern Zambian Society show that God‘s Kingdom is the
most important thing in their lives? Give three points.
It must always come first in their lives (given 1st priority)
People must make sacrifices in life in order to enter God‘s
kingdom or to advance God’s kingdom
They are determined to pass on the message (preach about salvation/Christ
Jesus) of the Kingdom of God
People must show true devotion and good example in their Christian behaviour.
(d) In what ways is the Christian teaching on their central ideas different from those
of the Hindus? Give two points.
Christianity: Any prayer we make is important to God when we come to him.
Hinduism: Certain prayers are more important than others.
Christianity: New life as a believer in Jesus is expressed in obedience to God and His will.
Hinduism: Karma, the law of action, the performance of deeds is essential.
Christianity: Reverence for life, because it is God given and only God has the right to
take a person‘s life
Hinduism: Reverence for life is important because the soul can live on, or be reborn,
not only in human life but in any creature.
Christianity: When the body dies, the soul lives on in a new spiritual life/resurrection,
wafting for the resurrection of the body.
Hinduism: Believe in/Incarnation or rebirth; a person continues to make progress
spiritually.
(Any 2 differences, 2 marks each = 4 marks)

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SECTION B
5 (a) Narrate the Parable of the Weeds. (Matthew 13: 24 — 30)
Jesus told them another parable: The Kingdom of heaven is like this.
A man sowed good seed in his field.
One night, when everyone was asleep, an enemy came and sowed weeds among the
wheat and went away.
When the plants grew and the heads of grain began to form, then the weeds showed up.
The man's servants came to him and said, Sir, it was good seed you sowed in your field;
where did the weeds come from?
It was some enemy who did this, he answered.
Do you want us to go and pull up the weeds? they asked him.
No, he answered, because as you gather the weeds you might pull up some of the
wheat along with them.
Let the wheat and the weeds both grow together until harvest. Then I will tell the
harvest workers to pull up the weeds first, tie them in bundles and burn them,
and then to gather in the wheat and put it in my barn.
(b) What does this parable teach Christians today? State two points.
Sometimes it is difficult to tell the difference between believers and unbelievers.
At the final judgement, the separation will be certain.
The Son of final knows who belong to him; those who do not belong to
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(c) (i) Simon assures James, his church mate, that as long as they have repented
their sins, they are ready for 3esus Christ‘s second coming. As a Christian,
what other ways would you give Simon and James on how to make
themselves ready for the Jesus Christ’s second coming? State three
points.
Live an obedient life to God/Good Christian conduct
Witness to others
Live a life of service to others/helping others
(ii) How can people in the modern Zambian Society respond practically to Jesus
Christ’s return? Give three points.
By repenting of their sins
By witnessing to others
By giving practical help to others
By living lives of obedience to God/Good Christian conduct
Any positive practical action mast be considered correct)
(d) In what ways is the teaching of Christians' beliefs on how people will be judged
similar to that of the Muslims? Give two points.
Both believe that they will be judged according to their behaviour
Both believe that they will have rewards acc0rding to their conduct
(2 points, 2 marks each = 4marks)
6 (a) Relate the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. (Luke 18: 9 -14)
Jesus also told this parable to people who were sure of their own goodness
and despised everybody else.
Once there were two men who went up to the Temple to pray: one was a
Pharisee, the other a tax collector.
The Pharisee stood apart by himself and prayed, I thank you, rod, that I am
not greedy, dishonest, or an adulterer, like everybody else.

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I thank you that I am not like that tax collector over there.
I fast two days a week, and I give you one tenth of all my income. But the
tax collector stood at a distance and would not even raise his face to
heaven, but beat on his breast and said, God, have pity on me, a sinner!
I tell you, said Jesus, the tax collector, and not the Pharisee, was in the right
with God when he went home.
For those who make themselves great will be humbled, and those who
humble themselves will be made great.
(Any 10 points ½ mark each = 5 marks)
(b) What lessons can Christians learn from the above parable? Give two points.
God answers the prayers which come from a humble heart.
God forgives a person who confesses and who are sorry for their sins.
God does not make peace with a man who thinks he does not sin.
God‘s unlimited forgiveness makes it possible for the sinner to enter his kingdom.
(Any two points, 2 marks each = 4 marks)
(c) (i) “There are many reasons why Christians pray, but I wonder why Jesus
prayed since He is the Son of God!” exclaims Mutale. As a Christian, give
Mutale THREE reasons why Jesus prayed.
To seek for guidance from His father
To ask for strength
To communicate to His father
To show dependence on His father
To continue in prayer’ because His father (God) may not answer at once
(ii) How can people in the modern Zambian Society respond positively to prayer?
Give three points.
They have faith that God will answer them
They have trust in God
They exercise humility in their prayers
They are persistent in their prayers

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(d) In what ways is the conduct of prayer in Christianity different from that of the
Zambian Traditional Religion? Give two points. [4]
Christianity: Prayers are conducted anywhere, anytime.
ZTR: Prayers are conducted at shrines, on special occasions accompanied with
offering.
Christianity: Both community and private prayers are common since God is more
interested in the individual as part of the community.
ZTR: Community prayer is common, as the community is regarded to be more
important than the individual.
Christianity: Pray all times, even when all is well.
ZTR: Pray only when there are problems
7 (a) Tell the Parable of the Good Samaritan. (Luke 10: 25 — 37)
Jesus answered,
There was once a man who was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho
when robbers attacked him, stripped him, and
beat him up,
leaving him half dead.
It so happened that a priest was going down that road;
but when he saw the man, he walked on by on the other side.
In the same way a Levite also came there, went over and looked at the man, and then
walked on by on the other side.
But a Samaritan who was traveling that way came upon the man,
and when he saw him, his heart was filled with pity
He went over to him, poured oil and wine on his wounds and bandaged them; then he
put the man un his own animal and took him to an inn,
where he took care of him.
The next day he took two silver coins and gave them to the innkeeper.
Take care of him, he told the innkeeper, and when I come back this way, I will pay you
whatever else you spend on him.
And Jesus concluded, in your opinion, which one of these three acted like a neighbour
toward the man attacked by the robbers?

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The teacher of the Law answered, the one who was kind to him. Jesus replied, you go,
then, and do the same.
(b) What does this parable teach Christians today? Give two points.
We should have love for anyone in need
We should have compassion for anyone in need
We should show concern for someone in need We should give help to someone in need
We should give help to anyone in need
We must not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, tribe, etc.
(c) (i) Mrs Chimuti accused her aunt of bewitching her son. Her aunt vowed
never to see her again even though they live in the same town. What
Christian attitudes should Mrs Chimuti's aunt show towards her enemies?
State three points
She must forgive her enemies
She must not keep a grudge
She must not revenge
She must show love to her enemies
She must pray for her enemies
(ii) How do people in the modern Zambian Society treat their enemies? Give three
points.
Others forgive them because of Jesus Christ
Others hate them
Others love them through the love of Jesus Christ
Others seek revenge on their enemies
(d) In what ways is the teaching of Christianity on forgiveness, love and toIerance
similar to that of Hinduism? Give two points.
Both believe in external love which expects no return
Both expect wrongdoers to be forgiven

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Both try to win opponents through love, forgiveness and tolerance

(Any 2 points, 2 marks each = 4 marks) [4]
8 (a) Give an account of how 3esus and his disciples prepared the Passover.
{Luke 22: 7 — 13}
The day came during the Festival of Unleavened Bread when the lambs for the Passover
meal were to be killed.
Jesus sent Peter and John with these instructions:
Go and get the Passover meal ready for us to eat.
Where do you want us to get it ready? they asked him.
He answered, as you go into the city, a man carrying a jar of water will meet you.
Follow him into the house that he enters, and say to the owner of the house: The
Teacher says to you, where is the room where my disciples and I will eat the Passover
meal?
He will show you a large furnished room upstairs,
where you will get everything ready.
They went off and found everything just as Jesus had told them,
and they prepared the Passover meal.
(b) Why was this gesture (the List Supper/Passover) important to Jesus? State three
points.
It was at this particular Passover that Jesus announced his death
Jesus would become the sacrifice to end all sacrifices
The death of Jesus sealed the new covenant of God with man
It was at this gesture that Jesus introduced a feast of remembrance to the
disciples before he suffered and died.

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(c) (i) “The Lord’s Supper is important for Christians today,” claims Kutowa.
What reasons would Kutowa give to support her claims? State three
points.
It reminds Christians of the cost of their redemption that Jesus
died for them
It helps them to look back in thankfulness to the cost of their redemption
They look up in faith, to sense His presence
They look around to rejoice in Christian fellowship
They look forward to the Lord‘s return; and His presence
They look within to make the act meaningful and in our unworthiness, come to Him
ready to receive all He has to give
(ii) How do people in the modern Zambian Society react to bereavement “?

Give three points.
They mourn
Others witch find/divination
Others still practice cleansing
Others accept it as God‘s will
(d) In what ways are the funeral and burial practices in Christianity different from
those of the Islam? State two points.
Christianity: All are free to view the body; whether relatives or not.
Islam: If the deceased is female, only very close relatives may view the face.
Christianity: Prayers might be conducted at the graveyard or house, not necessarily at
church.
Islam: The day after the burial, people gather again at the mosque to pray and
read the Quran.

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SECTION C
9 (a) Describe what happened during the Day of Pentecost. (Acts 2: 1 -13)
When the day of Pentecost came, all the believers were gathered together
in one place
Suddenly there was a noise from the sky which sounded like a strong wind
blowing,
and it filled the whole house where they were sitting.
Then they saw what looked like tongues of fire which spread out and
touched each person there.
They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to talk in other
languages, as the Spirit enabled them to speak.
There were Jews living in Jerusalem,
religious people who had come from every country in the world.
When they heard this noise, a large crowd gathered.
They were all excited, because all of them heard the believers talking in
their own languages.
(any 10 points, ½ mark each = 5 marks)
(b) Show how language barrier was overcome on the Day of Pentecost.
State two points.
The disciples were given the ability to speak in languages which they had not
previously spoken or known
The disciples could now communicate with Jews from other parts of the world
People from different parts of the world listened to what the disciples had to say
and as a result, a lot of people repented and were baptised.
This was the beginning of the Christian church
(any 2 points, 2 marks each = 4 marks) [4]

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(c) (i) Mr Mulasala confides in you saying, “Since I am the Director of a

Company, Employ only church mates.” What Christian advice would you
give Mr Mulasala against such practices? State three points.
Segregation is sin – God hate corruption.
God loves everyone, and so do the same
Trust even people from other congregations/walks of life as long as they
are trusted
Employ other people as long as they have the right qualifications
(Any 3 points, 2 marks each = 6 marks} [6]
(ii) How do people in the modern Zambian Society react positively to issues of
discrimination? State three points.
Others resent it
Others speak against it.
Others discourage acts of discrimination
Others report issue of discrimination to relevant authorities
(d) In what ways is the attitude of Christians towards the people of different
languages, race and colour similar to that of the people who believe in Zambian
Traditional Religion? State two points.
Both do not discriminate against people regardless of race, colour or religion.
Both encourage people of all races to work together.
10 Relate the story of Job and his sons regarding leisure. (Job 1: 1 — 5)
There was a man named Job,
living in the land of Uz,
who worshiped God and was faithful to him.
be was a good man, careful not to d‹› anything evil.
He had seven sons and three daughters,
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’if cattle, and five hundred donkeys.

He also had a large number of servants
and was the richest man in the East.
Job's sons used to take turns giving a feast, to which all the ethers would come,
and they always invited their three sisters to join them.
The morning after each feast,
Job would get up early and offer sacrifices for each of his children in order to purify
them.
He always did this because he thought that one of them might have sinned by insulting
God unintentionally.
(b) State two good ways to spend leisure time as recommended by the Bible.
Worshipping God doing good Resting
Relaxing with the family
{Any 2 points 2 marks each = 4 marks}
(c) (i) James was the best footballer at his school. He stopped playing upon
becoming a Christian. He withdrew from the team saying, “I want to
spend my leisure time witnessing 3esus Christ to others.” State three
other ways in which James, as a Christian, would spend his leisure time.
Taking part in sport
Visiting friends
Working on good hobbies
Doing voluntary world/Christian activities
Praying
Reading the Bible

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(ii) How should people in the modern Zambian Society usefully spend leisure time
without stumbling on other people? State thee point.
Fellowship together thinking about the Lord
Talking about ways of living a spirit-filled life/God fearing life Portraying.
in acceptable character before rod and Man Encouraging new believers to live a
life of obedience to God
(d) In what ways are the Christian attitudes towards leisure similar to that of the
Zambian Traditionalist? State two points.
— It is time to meet with friends
— It is time to relax with family
— It is time to rest
— It is time for recreation
— Both have leisure time outside working hours
— Both avoid immoral activities
11 (a) Tell the story of James’ warning to the rich people. (James 5: 1— 6)
And now, you rich people, listen to me!
Weep and wail over the miseries that are coming upon you!
Your riches have rotted away, and your clothes have been eaten by moths.
Your gold and silver are covered with rust,
and this rust will be a witness against you and will eat up your flesh like fire.
You have piled up riches in these last days.
You have not paid any wages to those who work in your fields. Listen to their
complaints!
The cries of those who gather in your crops have reached the ears of God, the Lord
Almighty.
Your life here on earth has been full of luxury and pleasure. You have made yourselves
fat for the day of slaughter.
You have condemned and murdered innocent people, and they do not resist you.

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(Any 10 points, ½ a mark each = 5 marks) [5]
(b) Explain God’s judgement for people who make the possessions of
wealth their main aim in life. Give two points.
God will cause their riches and possessions to disappear/ they will lose everything
God will not forget their evil deeds
God will require them to give up their lives
God will bring to them ruin and destruction
(c) (i) Gift, a young Christian, asks 3aphet, “Why is it hard for rich people to
enter the Kingdom of God? “As a mature Christian, what Biblical reasons
would 2aphet give to Gift why it is hard for rich people who love riches to
enter the Kingdom of God? State three points.
Pride
Forgetting God
Denying God
Rejecting Christ
(ii) What are the positive attitudes of people in the modern Zambian Society
towards wrong users of wealth and possessions? Give three points.
People feel compassion for them
People pray for them to receive salvation
People also offer counselling services to those who are willing
People warn them against wrong use of wealth
Other people preach the Word of God to them
(Any 3 points, 2 marks each 6 marks) [6]

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(d) In what ways are the Christian attitudes to wealth similar to these of the Hindu?
Give two points.
Wealth must be acquired honestly
Wealth is a blessing if used rightly
12 (a) Give an account of Jesus’ washing his disciples’ feet. (John 13: 3 — 15)
Jesus knew that the Father had given him complete power; he knew that he had
come from God and was going to God.
So he rose from the table,
took off his outer garment,
and tied a towel around his waist.
Then he poured some water into a washbasin and began to wash the disciples’
feet
and dry them with the towel around his waist.
He came to Simon Peter, who said to him, are you going to wash my feet, Lord?
Jesus answered him, you do not understand now what I am doing, but
you will understand later.
Peter declared, never at any time will you wash my feet!
If I do not wash your feet, Jesus answered, you will no longer be my disciple.
Simon Peter answered, Lord, do not wash only my feet, then! Wash my han.ds
and head, too!
Jesus Said, those who have taken a bath are completely clean and do
not have to wash themselves, except for their feet.
All of you are clean -- all except one.
(Jesus already knew who was going to betray him; that is why he said, all of you,
except one, are clean.)
After Jesus had washed their feet, he put his outer garment back on and returned
to his place at the table. Do you understand what I have just done to you? he
asked.
You call me Teacher and Lord, and it is right that you do so, because that is what:
I am.

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I, your Lord and Teacher, have just washed your feet. You, then, should
wash one another's feet.
I have set an example for you, so that you will do just what I have done for you.
(Any 10 points, ½ a mark each = 5 marks}
(b) From the story above, what is Jesus’ teaching on leadership? give two points.
A leader must be willing to serve
Must be humble
Must be willing to be a servant of others
Must lead by example
Must learn and listen
Must put people‘s interest first before his/hers
(c) (i) A Manager of a company was involved in a case of theft but because of his
position in society, the case could not be brought to court. Give reasons
why the Manager should be prosecuted {brought before the court of law}.
State three
Stealing is an offence/sin and is punishable
No one is above the law
Everyone must de treat the same
God is a just God and so justice must be portrayed
The manager portrayed selfishness
The manager exploited others
He used F is position for self-gain instead of benefiting others
{Any 3 points, 2 marks each = 6 marks)

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(ii) What are the positive actions of people in the modern Zambian Society to
leaders who do wrong? State three points.
They denounce those leaders in love and not hate
They correct them with respect
They pray for such leaders
They counsel them they show wiIIingness
(d) In what ways are the teachings of Christianity on leadership different from that
of the Islam? State two points.
Christianity: Administers his/her leadership by the guidance of the Holy Spirit
Islam: Administers with the help of an Advisory Council
Christianity: A leader should be under the guidance of God
Islam: A leader should have knowledge of Islam.
(Aug 2 points, 2 marks each = 4 marks)

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Examination for General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level

NOVEMBER 2019
Religious education 2046/1

MARKING SCHEME 2019
SECTION A
1. (a) Give an account of the Baptism of Jesus (Mathew 3:13 – 17)
- Jesus came from galilee to the river Jordan
- He asked john to Baptise him
- John at first refused.
- He said Jesus should Baptise him instead
- But Jesus persuaded him to do it
- Jesus was praying as he was being Baptised
- As he went out of the water, the heaven opened and
- A dove descended on him
- This was the spirit of God coming to equip him for his work
- A voice from heaven was heard saying
- This is my son whom I love I am well pleased with him
- [Any 10 points = 5 marks]

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(b) What is the significance of Jesus baptism to Christians today? Give three
points
- Jesus identified himself with the people he came to save
- He would later represent the people on the cross. So he wanted to show that he
was one with them.
- His Baptism was a symbol of his future death and resurrection
- It was a sign that he intended to carry out God’s purpose in building up His
kingdom in dying for man’s sin on the cross
[Any 3 points = 9 marks]
(c) Suwi and Sarah are Christians. Sarah goes to a church that baptizes its
believers while Suwi goes to one that does not baptize its members. Give
two Biblical reasons would give as to why Suwi needs to baptized and state
one reason Suwi would give to object baptism.
Reasons for baptism
- It is a command of Christ
- It is an outward symbol of inward reality of a genuine conversation
- It is identification with Christ in his death, burial and resurrection
- A Christian who is immersed in water is a sign to the world that he has to his/her
sins and has risen to a new life in Jesus Christ
- It is an association with the body of Christ
Reasons for objection
- Baptism does not bring forgiveness of sins or conversion
[Any 3 reasons + 1 objections = 7 marks]

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(d) Give one similarity and one difference between Christian and Hindu
practices of initiating people into their religion.
Similarity
- Both use a sign and symbol as a way of admission in their religion
Difference
- Christian: immersion in water is a sign or symbol of admission
- Hindu: A boy will receive a sacred thread of initiation; a symbol of an upper class (
Hindus initiation into his caste)
- Christians : Repentance and confession of their faith in Christ and living a life of
obedience shows one’s Christian faith
- Hindu: A triple – strand string, worn throughout his life means he is twice born
[1 similarity and 1 difference = 4 marks]
2. (a) Describe how Jesus was tempted in the Garden of Gethsemane.

Luke 22 : 39 – 46
- Jesus left the city and went, as he usually did to the mount of olives
- And his disciples went him
- When he arrived at the place he said to them
- Pray that you will not fall into temptation
- Then he went off from them about the distance of a stone’s throw
- And knelt down and prayed
- Father, ‘he said, ‘if you will, take this cup of suffering away from me.’
- Not my will, however, but your will be done.
- An angel from heaven appeared to him,
- And strengthened him
- In great anguish he prayed even more fervently
- His sweat was like drops of blood falling to the ground
- Rising from his prayer, he went to the disciples and found them asleep
- Worn out by grief
- He said to them, why are you sleeping
- Get up and pray that you will not fall into temptation,’’

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(b) In which two ways do the example and help of Jesus enable Christians to
resist temptations?
- We should resist like Jesus
- We are encouraged to pray when faced with temptation
- When we yield to temptation we should confess and Jesus will forgive us
(c) (i) Kelvin was caught stealing guavas from Danny’s orchard. When
asked, Kevin said he was tempted by the way the guavas looked.
State two points of Christian advice you would give Kelvin with
regard to:
- He must resist temptation
- He must pray that he may not fall into the same temptation
- He should know that it is Satan who takes advantage of our desires so he
should be resisted
(ii) Temptation
- Avoid the place of temptation by walking away.
[Any 2 advice + 1 temptation = 6]
(d) Give two points of similarities and one difference between Christianity and
Islam with regard to temptation.
SIMILARITIES
- In both it is seen to associate God’s qualities with any person
- In both it is sin to believe in other gods other than one and only God
- In both it is not the act but thoughts adultery that are sinful
DIFFERNCES
Christianity: obey God out of love
Islam: obey God out of fear of judgment day
[Any 2 similarities + 2 differences = 8 marks]

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3. Relate the miracle of Jesus feeding the five thousand people

- Late in the afternoon, the twelve came to him and said,
- Send the crowd away so that they can go to the surrounding villages and
countryside
- And find food and lodging, because we are in a remote place here
- He replied, you give them something to eat
- They answered we have only five loaves of bread ad two fish.
- Unless we go and buy food for this entire crowd
- But he said to his disciples,
- Make them sit down in groups of fifty each
- The disciples did so, and everybody sat down
- Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to the heaven, he gave
thanks and broke them.
- Then he gave them to the disciples to set before the people
- They all ate and were satisfied and
- The disciples picked up to twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left
over
[Any 10 points =5 marks]
(b) Show what the feeding of the five thousand people teaches about Jesus.
State three points
- Jesus is the only one who can satisfy people’s physical and spiritual needs
- Jesus has power over nature
- Jesus has compassion for the people
- Jesus is lord and God of creation
(c) Mr. Banda is not quite content to see missionaries involved in the
distribution of relief foods to the people in their need. His belief is that,
Christians need to give attention to preaching the word of God only. State
three points of Christian advice you would give to Mr Banda
- Christians must meet both physical and spiritual needs of the people like
what Jesus did when he fed the five thousand

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- Hungry people with physical and spiritual problems may find it difficult to
listen to the word of God
- Christians must therefore, create a situation conducive for people to listen
to the word of God
(d) State two similarities and two differences between the beliefs of Christians
and Muslims about miracles.
Similarities between the beliefs of Christianity and Muslims about miracles
- Both believe that miracles are performed through God’s holy men
- Both believe that miracles occur
- Both believe in a miracles
- Both believe in miracle working God
Differences
- Muslims believe that miracles can only be done by prophets sent by Allah
- Christians: God can use any of his faithful people to perform miracles
- Muslims miracles increase the influence and reputation of holy men and
believe that the Quran is a miracle through Muhammad
4. Relate the announcement of the birth of john the Baptist and the giving of the
name
- During the time when herode was king of Judea
- There was a priest named Zechariah when belonged to the priestly order of
abijah
- His wife’s name was Elizabeth, she also belonged to a priestly family
- They both lived good lives in Gods sight and obeyed fully all lord’s laws and
commands
- They had no children because Elizabeth could not have any and she and
Zachariah were both very old
- One day Zechariah was doing his work as a priest in the Temple, taking his
turn in the daily service
- He was chosen by lord to burn incense on the altar.
- An angel of the lord appeared to him standing on the right of the altar were
the incense was burnt

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- When Zechariah he was alarmed and failed afraid

- But the angel said to him don’t be afraid Zechariah God has heard your
prayer
- Your wife will bear you a son, you are to name him john
- He will be a great man in the lord’s sight. He must not drink any wine or
strong drink
- He will go ahead of the lord strong and mighty like prophet Elijah
- Zechariah said to the angel how shall I know if this is so, I am an old man and
my wife is old also
- I am Gabriel the angel answered I stand in the presence of God who sent
- Because you have not believed you will be unable to speak
- You will remain silent until the day my promise to you comes true
-
(b) (i) What was the purpose of john the Baptist ministry? Give two points
- To prepare the nation for the coming of the messiah
- To be a healer of disorder and to convert many who were rebellious to right
living
- He will be a spiritual Elijah, performing his tasks in the power of the Holy
Spirit as Elijah had done.
(ii) Show how these two points were fulfilled in his life.
- He appointed people to the coming messiah as a savior from their sins
- He fearlessly rebuked and commanded all to repent, regardless of social
status or position,
(c) A man feels very happy that he has been called to be a pastor, but he is not
interested and he says that I am just an ordinary man in society and believe
that God cannot use me. What Christian advice would you give him in
relation to God’s direction in the lives of Christians? State three points.
- God has a specific plan and purpose for every life
- God choses or calls people according to his will
- God uses people without a high status.
- He doesn’t force plans and purpose on us. We have the freedom to choose.

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(d) State one similarity and one difference between the ways Muslims and
Christians see God as directing their lives.
- Both Christians and Muslims believe that God is the one who directs their
lives
- Both believe that God plans each life
- Both accept inspired writings as guides in individual lives
Differences
- Basis for guidance in every Muslims life is the Quaran
- The Holy spirit is not mentioned in an individual’s guided
SECTION B
5. Narrate the incident when Jesus was asked about paying tax to Caesar.
- So they looked for an opportunity.
- They bribed some men to pretend they were sincere,
- And they sent them to trap Jesus with questions, some they could hand him
over to the authority and power of the Roman Governor.
- These spies said to Jesus, teacher, we know that what you say and teach is
right.
- We know that you pay no attention to anyone’s status,
- But teach the truth about God’s will for people.
- Tell us, is it against our law for us to pay taxes to the Roman emperor, or not
- But Jesus saw through their trick and said to them,
- Show me a silver coin
- Whose face and name are these on it?
- The emperor’s they answered.
- So Jesus said, well then, pay the Emperor what belongs to the emperor, and
pay God what belongs to God.
- So they kept quiet, amazed at His answer

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(b) State two qualities of a good leader.

- A good leader will rule with justice
- Lead by example
(c) A church leader has been asked by a political party to contest as a member
of parliament, but refuses. State three reasons he would give to support
his stand.
- Won’t have much time to do God’s work.
- Politics needs someone who tells lies
- Politics may lead me into the temptation of stealing public funds
(d) Give one point of similarity and one of difference between Christianity and
Zambian tradition religion. With regard to how children should honour and
respect their parents
Similarity
- In both good leaders must be respected
- Obey and listen to the parents
Difference
- Christianity; loyalty and respect to leaders helps them to try to keep
their culture intact
- Zambian Tradition; mainly base their loyalty on family clan
6. (a) Tell the parable of the good Samaritan

- On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus
- Teacher he asked what must I do to inherit eternal life ?
- What is written in the law? He replied.
- How do you read it?
- He answered, love the lord your God with all your heart and with all your
soul and with all your mind
- And love your neighbor as you love yourself
- You have answered correctly, Jesus replied.
- Do this and you will live

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- But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus,

- And who is my neighbor?
- In reply Jesus said,’ a man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho,
- When he fell into the hands of robbers,
- They stripped him of his clothes, beat him and went away, leaving him half
dead.
- A priest happened to be going down the same road,
- And when he saw the man, he passed by on the other side.
- So too, a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the
other side.
- But a Samaritan, as he travelled, came where the man was;
- And when he saw him, he took pity on him,
- He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine.
- Then he put the man on his donkey,
- The next day he took out tow silver coins and gave them to the inn keeper.
- Look after him, he said when in return, I will reimburse you any extra expense
you may have.
- Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell into
the hands of robbers!
- The expert in the law replied,” the one who had mercy on him”
- Jesus told him, go and do likewise
(b) What does this parable teach Christians today? Give two points
- To show love to one another regardless of where they come from
- Show compassion to people
- To help one another

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(c) (i) Mrs Ndumingo accused her aunt of bewitching her son. Her aunt
vowed never to see her again even though they live in the same
town. What Christian attitude should Mrs Ndumingo’s aunt show
towards her enemies? State three points.
- Mix with her and show her love
- Accept her the way she is, show her sympathy
- There should be no segregation
(ii) How do people in modern Zambian society treaty their enemies? Give
three points.
- They avoid them
- They are treated badly
- They are not accepted in the community
- However, be willing to pray for them/ encourage them to repent
- Help them
(d) In what ways is the teaching of Christianity on forgiveness, love and

tolerance similar to of Hinduism? Give two points
- Both forgive wrong doers.
- Both win opponents through love, forgiveness and tolerance
- Both do not condone revenge.
- Both believe in agape love, which is unconditional
[1 similarity + 1 difference = 4 marks]
7. (a) Describe how Jesus chased the traders from the Temple. Luke 19:45-48
- Then he entered the temple area
- And began driving out those who were selling
- It is written, he said to them
- My house will be a house of prayer
- But you have made it a den of robbers

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- Everyday he was teaching at the temple

- But the chief priests, the teachers of the law and the leaders among the
people were trying to kill him
- Yet they could not find any way to do it, because all the people hung on his
words
(b) List three traders Jesus found operating in the temple and explain why they
were found there.
- Money changers – exchange the Roman currency for the special Jewish coins
for the temple
- Animal sellers or traders – Jewish traders were selling them to the people for
the sacrifices
- Special qualified examiners – these charged high prices for their services
(c) Christians at Chembe village were excited at successfully completing their

church building but could not agree on allowing it to be used as a classroom
during the week. Explain three common attitude Christians have towards
their church buildings.
- It is a house of prayes
- The house of the lord is not for superstition as (jeremiah warned)
- God’s house must be reverenced/ it is a holy place
(d) Give one similarity and two differences between Christian and Hindu
attitude to their places of worship and prayer
Similarity:
- Both have special places of worship fellowship and prayer
Difference:
Christianity; Church buildings should not be used for other activities other
than religious activities

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Hindu; There are different religious groups and sects functions and
programmes of the temples varying from one belief to another
8. (a) Relate the parable of the rich fool

- A man in a crowd said to Jesus
- Teacher tell my brothers to divide with me the property our father left
us
- Jesus answered him, my friend , who gave the right to judge or to
divide the property between you two
- And he went on to say to them all,
- Watch out and guard yourselves from every kind of greedy
- Because a person’s true life is not made up of things he owns, no
matter how rich he may be
- Then Jesus told them this parable
- There was once a rich man who land, which bore good crops
- He begun to think to himself, I haven’t anywhere to keep all my crops.
What can I do?
- This what I will do, he told himself
- I will tear down my burns and build bigger ones, where I will store my
corn and all my other goods
- Then I will say to myself, lucky man
- You have all the good things you need for many years.
- Take life easy, eat , drink, and enjoy yourself.
- But God said to him, you fool
- This very night you have to give up your life
- Then who will get all these things you have kept for yourself
- And Jesus concluded,
- This is how it is with those who pile up riches for themselves butb are
not in God’s sight.

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(b) What was Jesus trying to teach from this story concerning the right
priorities in life? Give three points
- Seek first the kingdom of God
- People should not be troubled by earthly materials
- People should not be greedy-generosity and sharing is important
[Any 3 points = 6marks]
(c) A friend of yours buys sugar in large quantities and then resells it at more
than three times its price. He says it is only a way he can survive in Zambia
today. What Christian advice would you give him? Sate two points
- Exploitation of others is forbidden
- Cheating and dishonest are forbidden.
(d) State two difference and two similarities between Hindu and Christian
attitude to wealth
Similarity
- Wealth got in honest manner is good
- Hard work is demanded in both religions.
Differences
- Hindus wealth should help us to the realization of life
- Christian must store up riches in heaven not earth
[2 differnce + 2 similarities = 8 marks]
SECTION C
9. (a) Give an account of Jesus raising the widow’s son at Nain. Luke 7: 11-16
- Soon afterwards, jesus went to a town called Nain,
- Accompanied by his disciples and a large crowd
- Just as he arrived at the gate of the town,
- A funeral procession was coming out
- The dead man was the only son of a woman who was a widow,

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- And a large crowd from the town was with her

- When the lord saw her, his heart was filled with pity for her
- And he said to her don’t cry
- Then he walked over and touched the coffin
- And the men carrying it stopped
- Jesus said young man get up I tell you
- the dead man sat up and begun to talk
- and Jesus gave him back to his mother
- they were filled with fear and praised God
- a great prophet has appeared among you
- they said God has to save his people
(b) In Jewish society, what problems did Jesus perceive for the widow in the
death of her son? Give two points.
- Removed any hopes of his becoming the bread winner of the house hold
- She was a destitute, but Jesus was moved with passion for her, so he raised
the dead boy to life again
- Jesus knew that the boy was the only comforter for the widow
(c) Suzyo and her husband are both Christians when they lost their child, close
relatives and friends were crying but the bereaved couple did not wail. After the
burial, the neighbours and the relatives asked Suzyo and her husband why they
could not cry. What Christian response would the couple give to the meaning of
life after death? Give three points.
- To a Christian death is like a sleep
- Physical death separates soul and spirits from body
- In the resurrection we shall know each other
- Death to Christian is a gain
- The resurrection of the body will be a different one -an immortal body

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(d) State one similarity and two differences between Christianity and Zambian
tradition religion on their belief about life after death.
Similarities
Both believe there is life beyond the grave
Both believe that in the resurrected life, there will be knowledge and
recognition of each other
Differences
Christian; spirits go to heaven
Z T R; spirits became ancestors
Christians; they will have no body, a God-given body
Z T R; might be woundering spirits or good spirirts depeding on how they
dead
Christians ; no connection with the living
Z T R; the dead who are ancestors come to live and hve dealings with living
descendants
[1similarity + 2 differences = 6 marks]
10. (a) Describe the problem which arose in the early church between the
Hebrew and Greek speaking Jewish widows. Acts 6:1-7
- And in those days when the number of disciples was multiplied
- There arose murmuring of Greeks against the Hebrews
- Because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution
- Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples and said to them
- It is not reasonable that we should leave the word of God and serve the table
- Therefore, my brothers look from among you and choose seven men
- Honest, full of the Holy Spirit
- And appoint them over this business
- But as for us we will give ourselves continually to prayer and ministry of the word
- And this pleased all the people
- And they chose Stephen a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit
- They lived as one regardless of race or tribe.

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(b) State three similarities and two differences between Christians and Zambian
traditional attitudes to the way differences are resolved in a community.
Similarities
- Both solve problems at different levels/decision of the elders in a peaceful manner
- Both look at all aspects of the situations
- Both follow laid down guidelines
Differences
Christianity – solver problems by looking at relevant scriptures/advice from fellow

Christians.
ZTR – Base solutions on wisdom, past experience of the elders on similarities
Christianity – Church leaders meet to pray and look at guidelines given in the bible
ZTR – they consult their ancestral spirits through divination
Christianity – May differ in finding solutions but maintain relationships
ZTR – May differ and becoming enemies
(Any 3 similarities + 2 differences, = 10marks)
11. (a) Narrate the raising of jairus daughter

- When Jesus returned to the other side of the lake the people welcomed
because they had all been waiting for him
- When a man named jairus arrived he was an official in the local synagogue
- He throw himself down at Jesus feel and begged him to go his home because
is only daughter who was 12 years old was dying
- While Jesus was saying this, messenger came from the official house, your
daughter has dead, he told jairus, don’t bother the teacher any longer
- But Jesus heard and said to jairus, don’t be afraid only believe, and she will
be well

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- When he arrived at the house, he would not let anyone go in with him except
peter, john and James and the child’s father and the mother
- Everyone there was crying and mourning for the child
- Jesus said, don’t cry, the child is not dead she is only sleeping
- They all laughed at him because they knew that she was dead
- But Jesus took her by the hand, and called out get up my child,
- Her life returned, and she sat up at once and Jesus ordered them to give her
something to eat
- Her parents were astonished ,but Jesus commanded them not to tell anyone
what had happened
(b) What do Christians lean from this incident about the authority of Jesus? Give
four points
- jesus was a son of God
- jesus had power to raise the dead
- that he was the life and the resurrection
- had power over death
(c) One Easter Sunday, kapoto observed the joy that the Christians prayed with and
wondered why it was like that. Explain to kapoto why the Christians believe in
jesus’ resurrection. Give four points.
- It confirms that jesus is the messiah
- It confirms that jesus had power over death and sin
- It gives us hope for the future
- It is the fulfillment of God’s plan of salvation
- Christians see it as God’s approval of Jesus after he was rejected and put to
death

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(d) Give one similarity and one difference between Christianity and Islam on their
belief on life after death.
Similarity
- Both believe in life after death
- Both believ thst God ill judge them in th life to come
Differences
- Christians; they know whether they belong to God or the devil before
judgment
- Islam; in the life to come people will be judged according to their deeds
12. (a) Describe the stoning of Stephen. Acts 7: 54-60

- When they heard this they were furious
- And gnashed their teeth at him
But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit
- Looked up top heaven and saw the glory of God and Jesus standing at the right
hand of God
- Look, he said
- I see heaven open and the Son OF Man standing at the right hand of God
- At this, they covered their ears and yelling at the top of their voices
- They all rushed at him
- Dragged him out of the city and began to stone him
- Meanwhile, the witness laid their clothes at the feet of a young man named Saul
- While, they were stoning him, Stephen prayed,
- Lord Jesus receive my spirit
- Lord Jesus do not fold this sin against them,
- When he had said this, he fell asleep.
(Any 10 points = 5 marks)

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(b) Give two reasons why Christians moved away from Jerusalem after Stephen’s death.
- To evangelize /do God’s work or will
- Too much persecution in Jerusalem, some Christians became afraid
- Saul persecuted the Christians
(c) Mutale is the only Christian in a Muslim family. He finds it difficult to

evangelize to them and is almost giving up. Give four points of Christian
advice on how he should react to persecution.
- Pray for guidance
- Pray for persecutors
- Ignore the persecutors
- Show love to persecutor
- Should not revenge
(d) State one similarity and one difference between Christianity and Islam on the
inclusion of people of different races and cultures.
Similarity:
- Both don’t discriminate against other people of different races and cultures
- Both are universal religions
Differences:
- Christianity; accept anyone who repents and has faith in Christ
- Muslim; one has to declare belief in Allah, Muhammad and kalmia to be accepted
[Any 1 similarity + 1 difference = 6 marks]

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NOVEMBER 2019
SECTION A
1 (a) Narrate the story of Jesus in the temple at the age of 12 years. [5]
Luke 2: 41- 50
Every year the parents of Jesus went to Jerusalem for the Passover Festival.
When Jesus was twelve years old, they went to the festival as usual
When the festival was over, they started back home, but the boy Jesus stayed in
Jerusalem.
His parents did not know this;
They thought that he was with the group, so they traveled a whole day
And then started looking for him among their relatives and trends.
They did not find him, so they went back to Jerusalem looking for him.
On the third day they found him in the Temple,
Sitting with the Jewish teachers, listening to them and asking questions.
All who heard him were amazed at his intelligent answers.
His parents were astonished when they saw him,
And his mother said to him, San, why have you done this to us? Your
Father and I have been terribly worried trying to find you
He answered them, why did you have to look for me?
Didn’t you know that I had to be in my Father’s house?
But they did not understand his answer

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(b) According to the Jewish traditions what two activities was the boy
Supposed to do at the age of 12 years.
Worship
Feasts and festival at the Temple
Learn the synagogue services
(Any 2 points 2 marks each = 4 marks)
(c) (i) Your friend says to you, “I feel God is calling me to work as a Pastor, but do
not know how to respond to the call’ As a mature Christian. State three
ways you would use to advise your friend on how Christians respond to
God’s direction.
Making them available to him
Asking God daily to guide them in their decisions and
Circumstances
Accepting his guidance
Complete obedience to God
(Any 3 points 2 marks each =6 marks)
(ii) What are the sources of misunderstanding and conflict between parents
and children in modern Zambian society? State three points.
Generation gap
Media influence
Social and economic factors
Peer influence
Forced marriages
Gender roles
Social norms

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(d) In what ways are the teachings of Christianity on religions duty and family
loyalty different from that of Zambian Traditional Religion? State two points.
Christianity: Loyalty to God comes first
ZTR: Loyalty to parents comes first
Christianity: It is essential to obey God, if he is to grow as a Christian
ZTR: The individual does not and cannot exist alone; he owes His existence to
other people
Christianity: He may disobey the parent if it is against the Christian Teaching e.g. being
forced to marry a non-believer.
ZTR: One is part of the whole family and should not question Tradition.
(Any 2 points@ 2 marks each = 4 marks)
2 (a) Narrate the baptism or the Roman Jailer and his family Acts 16: 28-34
His voice, Don’t hate him yourself we are
but Paul shouted at the top of his voice, Don’t harm Here
The jailer called for a light, rushed in,
and tell trembling at the feet of Paul and Silas.
Then he led them out and asked,
Sirs, what must I do to be saved?
They answered, believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved and your
family.
Then they preached the word of the Lord to him and to all the others in the
house.
At that very hour of the night the jailer took them and washed their
wounds,
And he and all his family were baptized at once.
Then he took Paul and Silas up into his house and gave them some food to
eat.
He and his family were filled with joy, because they now believed in could.

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(b) From the above passage state two conditions necessary for one to be baptised.
Repentance from sin
Profession of faith
(c) (i) In order to underg0 water baptism, a person should be old enough to
understand its full meaning says the Deacon. However, I wonder
Why some congregations baptise children. State three reasons why some
churches carry out infant baptism.
It is a mark of imitating the child in the parent’s church
To wash away the original sin to enable the child to enter God’s Kingdom
So that the child grows up to fear God
Impact eternal life to the child
Baptism saves
(ii) How can young people respond effectively to the influence of peer pressure and
social norms in modern Zambian society? State three points.
Seeking guidance from responsible persons
Making proper choices of friends
Being assertive
Having sound judgement about social norms
(d) What are the different ways of admission practices found in Christianity and
Islam?
Christianity: The child or adult receives instructions from a church leader
Islam: No special instructions received
Christianity: there is a ceremony/ the person is immersed in water.
Islam: No initiation from childhood into adult religions life-no Special ceremony.
(Any-2-differences@2 marks each = 4 marks)

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3 (a) Narrate the story of how Adam and Eve were tempted by Satan.
Genesis 3: 1-7
Now the snake was he most cunning animal that Lord had made.
The snake asked the woman, did God really tell you not to eat fruit from any tree in the
garden
We may eat the fruit of any tree in the garden, the woman answered, except the tree in
the middle of it.
God told us not to eat the fruit of that tree or even touch it, if we do, we will die.
The snake replied that’s not true; you will not die,
God said that because he knows that when you eat t, you will be like God and know
what is good and what is bad.
The woman saw how beautiful the tree was and how good its fruit would be to eat, and
she thought how Wonderful it would be to become wise.
So she took some of the fruit and ate it.
Then she gave some to her husband, and he also ate it,
as soon as they had eaten it, they were given understanding and realized that they were
naked;
So they sewed fig leaves together and covered themselves.
(Any 10 points, ½ a mark each a 5 marks.)
(b) Why did the temptation of Adam and Eve become sin? State two points.
They disobeyed God’s command/By eating the forbidden fruit
They yielded to temptation

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(c) (i) The Headteacher informed parents during the PTA meeting that he was
very concerned because mini bus drivers and sugar daddies frequenting
the school and entice some girls to engage sexual activities. What
Christian advice would you give the girls on how to resist the
temptations? State three points.
Make a firm decision to reject the evil intentions
Pray with confidence in the name of Jesus
Run away from the place of temptation
Use the word of God to stand firm
Submit to God
(ii) How can young people avoid failing into temptations in tertiary
institutions in modern Zambian society? State three points.
Avoiding visit bad websites
Avoid reading or watching pornographic materials
Make firm decision to reject evil things
Avoid bad company
(d) In what ways are Christian teachings on temptation similar to that of Hindus?
State two points.
Yielding to temptation should be avoided
Recognise that lust and greed are temptations
4 (a) Narrate the Parable of the wedding feast. Luke: 14:7- 11

When Jesus notices that all who had come to the dinner were
Trying to sit near the head of the table
He gave them this advice
If you are invited to a wedding feast don’t always head for the
Best seat

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What if someone more respected than you have also been invited
The host will say, “Let this person sit here instead”
Then you will be embarrassed and will take whatever seat is left
At the toot of the table
Do this instead- sit at the foot of the table?
When your host sees you, he will come and say, “We have a
Better place than this for you!
Then you will be honored in front of all other guests.
For the proud will be humbled, but the humble will be Honored.
(Any 10 points @ 2 mark each = 5 marks)
(b) State two lessons Christians learn from this parable.

Humility
Not pushing oneself forward to obtain the best seats.
Unselfishness
(c) (i) Before Mudala was employed, he was a committed Christian. However,
once he was offered a job, he started missing church Services and other
Christian activities claiming that he was very busy. State three points of
Christian advice which will help Mudala realise that God’s Kingdom must
come first in his life.
Christians must be prepared to sacrifice everything for the sake
Of the kingdom of God.
God promised that if the Kingdom of God comes first in our lives,
Our needs will be met
Christians must show true devotion to God and be a good
Example to others in their Christian behaviour.
God’s Kingdom must be first, material wealth becomes Secondary.

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(ii) Contrast the characteristics of God’s Kingdom with those of a democratic

Zambian society. State three points.
Kingdom of God
God rules
Brought by Jesus
Jesus has absolute powers
There is repentance for sin
Not an actual place, but spiritual
Democratic state
Leader Is Supported by a cabinet and ministers
Leaders are elected by the people
Leaders follow democratic principles
There is an actual place
(Any 3 contrasts @ 2 marks each = 6 marks)
(d) In what ways are Christian views on their central ideas about the Kingdom of
God similar to those of Hindus? State two points.
God controls the universe
God knows everything
Prayer is the simplest way of knowing and finding God
Principle of non-violence
God is everywhere
God is merciful
Love for others, without hate or envy
Peace of mind through prayer

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SECTION B
5 (a) Give an account of the Parable of weeds. Matthew 13: 24-30
Jesus told them another parable: The Kingdom of heaven is like is,
A man sowed good seed in his field.
One night, when everyone was asleep, an enemy carne and
Weed weeds among the wheat and went away.
When the plants grew and the heads of grain began to form, then the weeds showed up.
The man’s servants came to him and said, Sir, it was good seed
You sowed in your field; where did the weeds come from it was an enemy who did this,
he answered. Do you want us
To go and pull up the weeds? They asked him,
No, he answered, because as you gather the weeds you might
Pull up one of the wheat along with them.
Let the wheat and the weeds both grow together until harvest.
Then I will tell the harvest workers to pull up the weeds first,
tie them in bundles and burn them, and then to gather in the
Wheat and put it in my barn,
When Jesus had left the crowd and gone indoors, his disciples
Came to him and said, Tell us what the parable about the weeds In the field means.
Jesus answered, the man who sowed the good seed is the Son of Man;
The field is the world; the good seed is the people who belong
To the Kingdom; the weeds are the people who belong to the evil one,
And the enemy who sowed the weeds is the Devil. The harvest
1S the end of the age, and the harvest workers are angels.
Just as the weeds are gathered up and burned in the fire, so
The same thing will happen at the end of the age
The Son of Man will send out his angels to gather up out of his
Kingdom all those who cause people to sin and all others who o evil things,
And they will throw them into the fiery furnace, where they will cry and gnash their
teeth.

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(b) What lessons do Christians learn from this parable today? State two points.
Sometimes it is difficult to tell the difference between believers and unbelievers.
At the final judgment, the separation will be certain
The son of man knows who belong to Him; those who do not
Belong to Him will be separated and destroyed.
(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each = 4marks)
(c) (i) There are troubles such as famine, disease that are destroying then natural
and social order of life. Says the Pastor. “These are signs of the coming
judgement as told by Jesus, therefore Christians should be ready for the
final judgement” he said. How can Christians be ready for the final
judgement? State three points.
Repenting of sins
Living obedient lives to God
By living a life of service to other people
Witnessing to others
(ii) What are the examples of judgement in everyday life in Modern Zambian
A court of law
Solving a case in a Zambian village situation
School examinations
Scho0l administration
(d) Contrast Christian beliefs on how people will be judged to that of Muslims.
State two points.
Christianity: It does not matter how good a person’s life has been or what
wonderful deeds he has done, he will not be accepted by God at the
judgement it he has not already been forgiven through Christ.

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Muslims: Soldier who dies in a Holy War to protect or spread the Islamic faith, does
not need to worry about his deeds; the reason for his death takes him
straight to heaven.
Christianity: Know that if they have accepted Christ’s forgiveness in this life, God will
accept them when it comes to the Judgement.
Muslim: Recognise the need for God’s forgiveness, but doubt if he will give it.
Christianity: Can have assurance now of acceptance by God, if they have committed
their lives to God.
Muslims: Will not know until the Judgement Day f they will be acceptable in heaven
or if they will be sent to hell.
(Any 2 differences, @2 marks each = 4 marks)
6 (a) Narrate he Parable of the Prodigal son. Luke 15: 11-32

Jesus went on to say, there was once a man who had two sons
The younger one said to him, Father, give me my share of the properties
now
So the man divided his property between his two sons
After a few days the younger son sold his part of properties and left home
with the money. He went to a country
Where he wasted his money in reckless living
He spent everything he had. Then a severe famine spread
to that country, and he was left without a thing
so he went to work for one of the citizens of that country, who
sent him Out to his farm to take care of the pigs.
He wished he could fill himself with the bean pods we pigs,
But no one gave him anything to eat
At last he came to his senses and said, All my father’s hire workers have
more than they can eat, and here l am about starve
I will get up and go to my father and say, Father, I have sin
against God and against you.
I am no longer fit to be called your son; treat me as one of your hired
workers.

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So he got up and started back to his father. He was still a long

Way from home when his father saw him; his heart was felt
With pity, and he ran, threw his arms around his son, and kiss Him.
Father, the son said, I have sinned against God and agars
You. I am no longer fit to be called your son
But the father called to his servants. Hurry he said bring the
best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and shoes on his feet
Then go and get the prize calf and kill it, and let us celebrate with a feast
For this son of mine was dead, but now he is alive; he was lost,
But now he has been found. And so the feasting began
In the meantime, the older son was out in the field. On his way
back, when he came close to the house, he heard the music and dancing.
So he called one of the servants and asked him, What’s going On?
Your brother has come back home, the servant answered, and
Your father has killed the prize calf, because he got him back safe and sound.
The older brother was so angry that he would into the house so his father came out and
begged him to come in.
But he spoke back to his father, Look, all the years I have
Worked for you like a slave, and I have never disobeyed your older. What have you
given me? not even a goat for me to have a feast with my friends
But this son of yours wasted all your property on prostitutes, and when he came back
when he comes back home, you kill the prizes calf for him
My son, the father answered, you are always here with me, and Everything I have is
yours.
But we had to celebrate and be happy, because Your brother was dead, but now he is
alive

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(b) What lessons do Christians learn from the Parable above? States two points.
God searches for sinners
He is concerned with wrong doers
He is ready to forgive a sinner who repents
God rejoices when a Sinner is found and brought back to him
God is still interested in sinners
(Any 2 points 2 marks each 4 marks)
(c) (i) Zombie gets pregnant and is asked to go on leave from school where she as
learner. After one year, she decides to go back to School to continue
learning. However, some teachers and learners decide to shun her.
Suggest three points of Bible teachings you would give teachers and
learners on how they should relate with wrong doers.
Show them concern and love
Understand them
Forgive them
Help them to be restored to society
accept them
(ii) How should wrong doers be treated in modern Zambian society?

State three points.
Give them counselling
Accept them
Show them love
forgive them

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(d) Contrast between Christianity and Islam with regard to forgiveness

State two points.
Islam: The Quran accepts revenge especially against those who do not believe in
Islam.
Christianity: Jesus showed forgiveness and compassion to sinners so must his followers
at all times.
Islam: Unyielding in anything to do with religious laws (logistic Attitude)
Christianity: Not legalistic
(Any 2 differences, @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)
7 (a) Give an account of Jesus’ prediction of his suffering and death.

Luke 9: 21- 27
John Jesus gave them strict order not to tell this to anyone,
He also told them. “The son of man must suffer much and be rejected
By the elders; the chief priests, and the teachers of the law
He will be put to death, but three days later he will be raised to life.
And said to them all, “If anyone wants to come with me, he must forget himself,
Take up his cross and fellow me
For whoever wants to save his own life will lose it; but whoever loses his life for my sake
will save it
Will a person gain anything if he wins the whole world but is himself lost or defeated?
Of course not! If a person is ashamed of me and of my teaching, then
The son of man will be ashamed of him when he comes in his glory
And in glory of the father and of the Holy angles.
I assure you that there are some here who will not die until they have seen the Kingdom
of God.

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(b) State two lessons that Christians learn from the above passage. [4]
Christ’s follower must be prepared to suffer
Christian discipleship is unselfish and self-giving every day
The one who wants to follow Christ must be ready to make sacrifices.
Jesus demands total commitment, which makes include suffering.
(c) (i) Lungowe has been a faithful Christian for a long time. She wonders why she
has been experiencing suffering ever since she became a believer. She
feels frustrated and intends to give up her faith. What Christian advice
would you give Lungowe on why God allows Christians to suffer?
State three points.
To test and purity a person’s faith
To teach people to completely depend on God for everything
Those who live a godly life in this world will suffer persecution
Suffering is part of the cost of following Christ
To discipline people and teach them
Suffering for what is right is part of the cost of being a disciple Jesus
Suffering is a way of testing one’s faith
Those who fear to suffer for righteousness will never enter the Kingdom
Jesus is our example of suffering for the Kingdom of God (for the truth)
Suffering for Christ and his teaching helps build Christian
Character and leads to humility.
Suffering for the Kingdom of God is often a sign of obedience top God’s will.
(Any 2 points @ 2 marks each= 4marks)

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(ii) State three strategies a family can employ during crises or Suffering to survive in
modern Zambian society
Extended family support
Encouragement from non-family members
Seeking help from charitable organisation
Interdependence on other people
(Any 3 points 2 marks each 6 marks)
(d) Differentiate Christian teachings on suffering from that of Hindus.

State two points.
Christian: Suffering can come from God to test our faith but much suffering is tragic
and could not possibly come from a caring God
Hindus: Everything comes from God even Suffering.
Christian: Accept suffering for the Kingdom of God to test our faith to prove that it is
real.
Hindus: Suffering is a way to measure one’s strength of mind and Soul
Christian: All Christians suffer at time it does not depend on the amount of holiness,
but God gives strength to endure it
Hindus: the more holy a person is the greater his power to bear suffering.
8 (a) Describe the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. John 11: 28 – 44
Deeply moved once more, Jesus went to the tomb which was a cave with a stone placed
at the entrance.
Take the stone away! Jesus ordered.
Martha, the dead man’s sister, answered, There will be bad Smell, Lord
He has been buried four days
Jesus said to her, “Didn’t I tell you that you would see God’s glory if you believed?
They took the stone away.
Jesus looked up and said, “I thank you, father, that you always listen Me.
But I say this for the sake of the people here, so that they will believe that you Sent me.
After he had said this, he called out in a loud voice, “Lazarus come out

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He came Out, his hands and feet wrapped in grave clothes, and with a
Cloth around his face.
“Untie him,” Jesus told them, “and let him go.
(Any 10 points, ½mark each = 5 marks)
(b) State two meanings of the resurrection of Jesus to Christians [4]

Today God’s power is greater and that God has won the victory over Sin and Death.
An assurance that there is new life for those who believe in Christ.
An assurance that God has fulfilled his plan of salvation.
(c) (i) At the funeral of the church elder, the Pastor encouraged the family
Members and the congregants that if they continue to believe in Christ,
they will see the church elder again. What reasons would The Pastor give
to support his view? State three points.
Jesus was raised from the dead and those who die in Him will be
resurrected.
Christ, through his resurrection gives us new hope and life forever
Man has a spirit which will survive death of the physical body,
The spirit will be clothed with another body.
The Bible states that we shall be spirits with “bodies” able to
identify each other and able to continue our individual existence,
Death is not the end; there is a better life with Christ for us after death.

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(ii) How do people show respect for a dead person in modern Zambian society?
State three points.
They attend the burial
They say good things about the dead person
the government declares a period of national mourning for some people
They stand still or stop their cars as the body is taken past
They wear special clothes
(d) Contrast Christian beliefs about life after death with those of Zambian
Traditionalist. State two points.
Christianity: They will have a God-given body.
T.R: Might be wondering spirits or good spirits depending on how they died.
Christianity: No connection with the living.
Z.T.R: The dead who are ancestors come to live and have dealings with the living
descendants.
(2 differences 2 marks each = 4 marks)
SECTION C
9 (a) Describe how the apostles at Jerusalem sent Barnabas to keep the Church
at Antioch. Acts 11:19-26
Those who were scattered abroad after the persecution that
Arose about Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, and Cyprus, and Antioch
Preaching to the Jews first
Some of them were men of Cyprus and Cyrene but when they
Came to Antioch, they spoke to the Grecians, preaching the Lord Jesus
Christ.
And the hand of the Lord was with them
And a great number believed and turned to the Lord
Then tidings of these things came to the ears of the Church in Jerusalem,
And they sent Barnabas to go to Antioch when exhorted them all,
That they should cleave to the Lord with their hearts

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He was a good man full of the Holy Spirit and faith

And many people were added to the Lord
Then he went to Tarsus to look for Saul
When he found him, he brought him to Antioch
He assembled with the church for a year and taught many people
The disciples were called Christians for the first time in Antioch.
(Any 10 points, a mark each= 5 marks)
(b) State two ways in which the persecution of the early Christians was a blessing to
the early church.
Persecution helped to spread the preaching of the Gospel from Jerusalem to
other places.
Persecutions helped Christian Jews to overcome their traditional
Barrier of not accepting non-Jews (Gentiles)
(points 2 mark each = 4 marks)
(c) (i) At the funeral of the church elder, the Pastor encourage the family
members and the congregation that if they continue to believe in Christ,
they will see the Church elder again. What reasons would the Pastor give
to support his view? State three points.
Jesus was raised from the dead and those who believe in will be
resurrected.
Christ, through his resurrection gives us hope and life forever.
Man has a spirit which will survive death of the physical body, the spirit will
be clothed with another body.
The Bible states that we shall be spirits with "bodies" able to identty each
other and able to continue our individual existence.
Death is not the end; there is a better life with Christ for us after death.

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(ii) How do people show respect for a dead person in modern Zambian
They attend the burial.
They say good things about the dead person
The government declares a period of national mourning for as some people
They stand still or stop their cars as the body is taken past
They wear special clothes
(d) Contrast Christian beliefs about life after death with those of Zambian
Traditionalist. State two points.
Christianity: They will have a God-given body.
Z.T.R.: Might be wondering spirits or g00d spirits depending on
how they died.
Christianity: No connection with the living.
Z.T.R.: The dead who are ancestors come to live and have dealings
with the living descendants.
(2 differences 2 marks each = 4 marks)
SECTION C
9 (a) Describe how the apostles at Jerusalem sent Barnabas to keep the
church at Antioch. Acts 11:19-26
Those who were scattered abroad after the persecution that arose about Stephen
traveled as far as Phoenicia, and Cyprus, and Antioch
preaching to the Jews first
some of them were men of Cyprus and Cyrene but when they came to Antioch, they
spoke to the Grecians, preaching the Lord Jesus Christ.
And the hand of the Lord was with them
and a great number believed and turned to the Lord
Then tidings of these things came to the ears of the Church in Jerusalem,
and they sent Barnabas to go to Antioch when exhorted them all,
that they should cleave to the Lord with their hearts

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He was a good man full of the Holy Spirit and faith

and many people were added to the Lord
Then he went to Tarsus to look for Saul
when he found him, he brought him to Antioch
He assembled with the church for a year and taught many people
The disciples were called Christians for the first time in Antioch.
(Any 10 points, 2 mark each = 5 marks)
(b) State two ways in which the persecution of the early Christians was a blessing to
the early church.
Persecution helped to spread the preaching of the Gospel from Jerusalem to
other places.
Persecutions helped Christian Jews to overcome their traditional barrier of not
accepting non-Jews (Gentiles)
(2-points @ 2 mark each = 4 marks)
(c) (i) During the church meeting, the chief tells the Pastor and the church elders
that the preaching of God's word and Singing of hymns must be done in a
local language of that area only. With reference to the work of the early
church, state three ways which the chief's attitude would hinder the
spread of the Gospel
It will be deemed tribal/ tribalistic
There will be contradiction with God's Word
The Gospel is universal message which cuts across culture and language
Forbidding other language is against God's will as revealed to Peter
Anyone who hinders God's Word will be punished
Before God, language (race culture) do not matter
(Any 2 points @ 2mark each = 4 marks)

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(ii) What should be the ideal attitude and behaviour of political cadres to the
people who belong to other political parties, tribes, races, culture and
language in modern Zambian society? State three points.
There should be no discriminations
Work together
They should co-exist or mix freely
They should be respect to the other people
Tolerance should be enhanced
(Any 3 points @ 2 mark each= 6 marks)
(d) In what ways are Christian beliefs about the inclusion of people of different
culture similar to that of Zambian Traditionalist? State two points.
All are welcome, there is no discrimination
All work for common good of the community
(Any 2 points @ 2 mark each= 4 marks)
10 (a) Narrate the Parable of the Talents. Matthew 25:14 -30

For it is just like a man to go on a journey who called his own slaves
And entrusted his property to them.
To one he gave five talents of money, to another two talents and to
Another one talent. Then he went on his Journey.
The man who had received the five talents went at once and put his
Money to work and gained five more.
So also, the one with the two talents gained two more.
But the man who had received one talent went off, dug a hole in the
Ground and hid his master’s money.
After a long time, the master of those servants returned and settled
accounts with them.
The man who had received the five talents brought the other five
Master he said, you entrusted me with five talents. See, I have gained five
more.
His master replied, well done, good and faithful servant! You have

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Been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many
Things Come and share your master’s happiness
The man with two talents also came. Master he said, you entrusted
Me with two talents, see, I have gained two more.
His master replied Well done, good and faithful servant. You have
Been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many
Things. Come and share your master’s happiness!
Then the man who had received the one talent came.
Master he said ‘I don’t know that you a hard man, harvesting where
You have not sown and gathering where you have not scattered seed.
So I was afraid and went out and hid your talent in the ground. See,
Here is what belongs to you.
His mater replied, you wicked, lazy servant! So you knew that I
Harvest where I have not sown and gather where I have not scattered
Seed?
Well then, you should have put my money on deposit with the
Bankers, so that when I returned I would have received it back with
Interest.
“Take the talent from him and give it to the one who has the ten
Talents
For everyone who has will be given more, and he will have an
Abundance. Whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken
From him.
And throw that worthless servant outside, into the darkness, where
There will be weeping and gnashing of teeth,
(Any 10 points a mark each, = 5 marks)
(b) State two lessons that Christians learn from this parable.
Each person is entrusted with talents.
Everyone has been given at least one talent by God.
We are given talents according to our natural ability to use them
We are all expected to use our talents to the best of our ability.

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There will be a “day of reckoning” when we shall be required to

Account for the use of Our talents and abilities.
More responsibility is given to those who develop their talents; those who fail to
use them will lose them.
(c) (i) A Businessman was initially doing fine in his business. However,
When he started drinking alcohol and womanizing his business started
declining and he became worried. State three points of Christian attitude
to work that the businessman should consider to re-sustain his business.
He should exercise integrity
He needs to be punctual for work
He should avoid spending money carelessly
He needs to be reliable with work
He must invest money wisely
(Any 3 points @ 2 mark each =6 marks)
(ii) State three consistent Sexual behaviour that could help one to achieve set
goals in modern Zambian society?
Avoid sex until marriage
Explicit dressing
Avoid alcohol and drug abuse
Decide on personal sexual limits
Avoid watching porn0graphic materials
(Any 3 points 2 mark each= 6 marks)
(d) In what ways are Christian attitudes to work similar to those of Muslim?
State two points.
Both are commanded to work.
Both there is no disrespect for manual workers
Both work to support their families
Both combine prayers with work.

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11 (a) Relate the story of God creating man and woman. Genesis 2: 18- 25
Then the LORD God said, it is not good for the man to live alone.
I will make a suitable companion to help him.
He took some soil from the ground and formed all the animals and the
birds.
Then he brought them to the man to see what he would name them,
And that is how they all got their names.
So the man named all the birds and all the animals
But not one of them was a suitable companion to help him
Then the LORD God made the man fall into a deep sleep,
And while he was sleeping, he took out one of the man’s ribs and closed up
the flesh.
He formed a woman out of the rib and brought her to him.
then the man said, at last, here is one of my own kind
Sone taken from my bone, and flesh from my flesh.
Woman is her name because she was taken Out of man.
That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united with his
Wire, and they become one.
He man and the woman were both naked, but they were not embarrassed.
(Any 10 points @ ½ mark each, = 5 marks)
(b) What are the biblical principles that should guide a Christian in choosing a
marriage partner, Give two points.
A Couple should wait until adequate support is available
Choose a marriage partner who is compatible with her.
A marriage partner should not be chosen out of lust.
Choose a fellow Christian as à partner,
Choose a marriage partner who is able to support you and himself
(Any 2 points ½ marks each, 4 marks)
(c) (i) John and Jane have just completed school and decide to live together
without the consent of their parents. As a Christian, advise the two on the
Christian standards for sexual behaviour. State three points.

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No sex before marriage

There must be no unfaithfulness even after marriage
Immorality is a sin
People should exercise self-control.
Christians should not even talk about sexual evils and moral indecency
(Any 3 points 2 marks each, = 6 marks)
(ii) How do people in the modern Zambian society look at a man and woman who
are saying together but not officially married? State three points.
Despise them
Parents ignore them
Committing fornication
(3 points2 marks each, = 6 marks)
(d) In want ways are Christian teachings on the purposes of marriage similar to
those of Hindus? State two points.
Reproduction of life.
Man and wife partnership.
(Any 2 points 2 marks each, = 4 marks)
12 (a) Give an account of the story of the woman caught in the act of Adultery.
John 8: 1-11
Then everyone went home, but Jesus went to the Mount of olives
Early the next morning he went back to the Temple. All the people
Gathered around him, and he sat down and began to teach the them
The teachers of the Law and the Pharisees brought in a woman who to
had been caught committing adultery, and they made her stand Before them all.
Teacher, they said to Jesus, this woman was caught in the very act of committing
adultery.
In our Law Moses commanded that such a woman must be stone to death. Now, what
do you say
They said this to trap Jesus, so that they could accuse him. But he

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bent over and wrote on the ground with his finger

as they stood there asking him questions, he straightened up and
Said to them, whichever one of you has committed no sin may throw the first stone at
her.
Then he bent over again and wrote on the ground.
When they heard this, they all left, one by one, the older ones first
Jesus was left alone, with the woman still standing there.
He straightened up and said to her, where are they? Is there no one
left to condemn you
No one, sir, she answered. Well, then, Jesus said, I do not condemn you either. Go, but
do not sin again.
(b) (i) According to the Jewish traditions, what punishment was given to a woman
caught in the act of adultery? State one point.
Death by stoning/stoning to death
1 point, @ 2 marks = 2 marks
(ii) What was Jesus new teaching on adultery? State one point.
Jesus taught that even looking on someone lustfully, in God’s sight as bad
as adultery.
Jesus allowed divorces in case of proved adultery but he
Emphasized the need to forgive in the case of adultery
Any 1 point, 2 marks = 2 marks
(c) (i) Mr Chimoka is an elder in a certain local church. He works as a Truck driver.
However, each time he goes out of the Country, he sleeps around with
other women. What Christian advice would you give Mr Chimoka against
having extra marital affair. State three points.
Immorality is sin
No sex outside marriage, purity is encouraged
There must be no unfaithfulness

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Faithfulness is commanded
He should exercise self-control which is a fruit of the Holy Spirit
He should not make God’s temple dirty
Any 3 points @ 2 marks = 6 marks
(ii) What are the benefits of young people keeping their virginity until
marriage in modern Zambian society? State three points.
To avoid chances of contracting HIV and AlDS
Avoiding pregnancy outside marriage
To avoid unplanned children
Avoiding Sex is a way of respecting other person
Sex before marriage can led to unfaithfulness in marriage
Any 3 points @ 2 marks= 2marks
(d) In what ways are the Christians teaching on adultery different from that of
traditionalists? State two points.
Christians: Adultery is forbidden at all times
Traditionalist: Adultery is allowed on some occasions for example during
succession.
Christians: It is punishable whether done by man or women
Traditionalist: The offence is taken seriously and divorce is carried out when
committed by à woman but men tend to get away with it
(2 points @ 2 marks each = 4 marks)

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EXAMINATION COUNCIL OF ZAMBIA

Examination for School Certificate Ordinary Level

Religious Education 2046/1

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(ii) How do people in modern Zambian Society today show

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(b) Explain the importance attached to circumcision by the Jews. Give

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(c) (i) Muzonena, a newly converted Christian wonders why he should

(ii) Why is male circumcision important in Zambian Modern Society?

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(ii) How should people’s attitude towards the chronically sick be in

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The door is already locked and

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7 (a) Narrate the rejection of Jesus at Nazareth. Luke 4: 16-30

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(b) State two ways in which 3esus reacted to this opposition.

(c) (i) Chantu is a student at Kapatu University. He refuses to join a

(ii) How do people in society today react to criticism and opposition?

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(d) In what ways is Christian reaction to opposition similar to that of

8 (a) Give an account of the story of Jesus raising Jairus‘ daughter.

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9 (a) Discuss how Saul was converted to Christianity (Acts 9: 1 – 19)

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(ii) How was the problem solved?

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(d) In what ways are Christian teaching on the methods of resolving?

10 (a) Tell the parable of the workers in the vineyard.

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(ii) How do people in Zambian society make right

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