International RS Paper 1 Exam Question Overview

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Religious Studies (4RS1)
Exam Question Overview: Paper 1
Section 1: The Universe, Creation and the Place of Human Beings
SAMS 2019
Answer either Question 1 or Question 2 for your chosen religion Answer either Question 1 or Question 2 for your chosen religion
1a Identify three examples of moral evil. [3] 2a Identify three beliefs about the origins of the [3] 1a Identify three examples of selfishness. [3] 2a Identify three ways humans can protect the [3]
universe. environment.
1b Outline two characteristics of God. [4] 2b Choose one religion. Outline two teachings about [4] 1b Outline two reasons why some people are atheists. [4] 2b Outline two religious beliefs about free will. [4]
greed in this religion.
1c Explain why some people believe the world [6] 2c Explain religious beliefs about free will. [6] 1c Choose one religion and explain how its followers [6] 2c Choose one religion and explain what its followers [6]
appears to be designed. explain the existence of suffering in the world. believe about the creation of the universe.
1d “If God is omnipotent then we have no free will.” [12] 2d “God caused the world to exist.” Evaluate this [12] 1d “There is only one God.” Evaluate this statement, [12] 2d “Everyone has an immortal soul.” Evaluate this [12]
Evaluate this statement, showing you have statement, showing you have considered different showing you have considered different points of statement, showing you have considered different
considered different points of view. In your answer points of view. In your answer you should refer to view. In your answer you should refer to at least points of view. In your answer you should refer to
you should refer to at least one religion. at least one religion. one religion. at least one religion.
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1a Identify three characteristics of God. [3] 2a Identify three rights animals should have. [3] 1a Identify three root causes of wrongdoing. [3] 2a Identify three reasons why some people do not [3]
believe in God.
1b Choose one religion. Outline two ways its followers [4] 2b Choose one religion. Outline two beliefs about the [4] 1b Choose one religion. Outline two reasons why its [4] 2b Choose one religion. Outline two ways its followers [4]
should treat animals. immortality of the soul in this religion. followers believe they have a responsibility to look explain the existence of evil and suffering.
after the world.
1c Explain non-religious beliefs about free will. [6] 2c Explain the causes of human wrongdoing. [6] 1c Explain how religious people may respond to the [6] 2c Explain religious beliefs about immortality. [6]
problem of evil and suffering.
1d “Everyone suffers; therefore God cannot exist.” [12] 2d “There is no proof that God exists.” Evaluate this [12] 1d “There is more to life than the physical world.” [12] 2d “Humans are more important than animals.” [12]
Evaluate this statement, showing you have statement, showing you have considered different Evaluate this statement, showing you have Evaluate this statement, showing you have
considered different points of view. In your answer points of view. In your answer you should refer to considered different points of view. In your answer considered different points of view. In your answer
you should refer to at least one religion. at least one religion. you should refer to at least one religion. you should refer to at least one religion.
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1a Identify three beliefs about predestination. [3] 2a Outline three possible responses to suffering. [3] 1a Identify three beliefs about the nature of human [3] 2a Identify three examples of natural evil [3]
beings.
1b Choose one religion. Outline two beliefs about the [4] 2b Choose one religion. Outline two of its beliefs that [4] 1b Outline two contrasting beliefs about freewill. [4] 2b Outline two non-religious attitudes to the existence [4]
origin of the universe in this religion. may give life purpose. of an ultimate reality.
1c Explain why some people believe there is more [6] 2c Explain why some people believe there is nothing [6] 1c Choose one religion. Explain why its followers [6] 2c Choose one religion. Explain what its followers [6]
than one god. more than the physical world. believe they have a responsibility believe about sin.
to care for the planet.
1d “Humans will always cause conflict.” Evaluate this [12] 2d “God is the only possible reason the world exists.” [12] 1d “Science explains the world we live in; there is no [12] 2d “If everything is predestined there is no point in [12]
statement, showing you have considered different Evaluate this statement, showing you have need for God.” Evaluate this statement, showing trying to live a good life.” Evaluate this statement,
points of view. In your answer you should refer to considered different points of view. In your answer you have considered different points of view. In showing you have considered different points of
at least one religion. you should refer to at least one religion. your answer you should refer to at least one view. In your answer you should refer to at least
religion. one religion.
Section 2: Life and Death
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3a Identify three types of punishment. [3] 4a Identify three types of fertility treatment. [3] 3a Identify three reasons why some non-religious [3] 4a Identify three possible consequences of divorce. [3]
people believe in life after death.
3b Outline two roles of the United Nations in keeping [4] 4b Choose one religion. Outline two teachings about [4] 3b Choose one religion. Explain two reasons why its [4] 4b Choose one religion. Outline two attitudes its [4]
the peace. the sanctity of life in this religion. followers believe it is important to reduce followers hold about sex outside marriage.
suffering.
3c Explain differing reasons why conflict occurs. [6] 4c Explain why some non-religious people believe in [6] 3c Explain the differing attitudes of religious people to [6] 4c Explain why family life is important for many [6]
life after death. the issue of childlessness. religious people.
3d All criminals should be sent to prison. Evaluate this [12] 4d Abortion should be banned everywhere. Evaluate [12] 3d “In order for life to have meaning and purpose a [12] 4d “Heterosexual relationships are the best model for [12]
statement, showing you have considered different this statement, showing you have considered person must be religious.” Evaluate this statement, society.” Evaluate this statement, showing you have
points of view. In your answer you should refer to different points of view. In your answer you should showing you have considered different points of considered different points of view. In your answer
at least one religion. refer to at least one religion. view. In your answer you should refer to at least you should refer to at least one religion.
one religion.
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3a Identify three non-religious ideas about the [3] 4a Identify three rights children should have. [3] 3a Identify three things the law says about abortion in [3] 4a Identify three purposes of sexual relationships. [3]
meaning and purpose of life. one named country.
3b Outline two reasons why some people decide not [4] 4b Outline two different attitudes to homosexuality. [4] 3b Outline two religious beliefs about the meaning [4] 4b Outline two differing attitudes to euthanasia. [4]
to have children. and purpose of life.
3c Choose one religion. Explain the attitudes its [6] 4c Choose one religion. Explain the attitudes its [6] 3c Choose one religion. Explain why family life is [6] 4c Choose one religion. Explain what its followers [6]
followers have towards divorce. followers may have towards abortion. important to its followers. believe about fertility treatments.
3d “It is the responsibility of a family to look after their [12] 4d “No-one should have sex outside of marriage.” [12] 3d “Attitudes to same sex relationships are changing.” [12] 4d “Religious people should never divorce.” Evaluate [12]
elderly relatives.” Evaluate this statement, showing Evaluate this statement, showing you have Evaluate this statement, showing you have this statement, showing you have considered
you have considered different points of view. In considered different points of view. In your answer considered different points of view. In your answer different points of view. In your answer you should
your answer you should refer to at least one you should refer to at least one religion. you should refer to at least one religion. refer to at least one religion.
religion.
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3a Identify three attitudes to cohabitation. [3] 4a Identify three attitudes to remarriage. [3] 3a Identify three reasons why some people choose [3] 4a Identify three ways religious people may respond [3]
not to have children. to problems in a marriage.
3b Outline two beliefs about the consequences of [4] 4b Outline two non-religious beliefs about the [4] 3b Choose one religion. Outline two attitudes to [4] 4b Choose one religion. Outline two beliefs about the [4]
cause and effect on life after death. meaning and purpose of life. divorce. role of women in the family.
3c Choose one religion. Explain the beliefs its [6] 4c Choose one religion. Explain what its followers [6] 3c Explain why religious people may believe in life [6] 4c Explain the ideas non-religious people have about [6]
followers may have about euthanasia. believe about the purpose of marriage. after death. the meaning and purpose of life.
3d “All religious people should have children.” Evaluate [12] 4d “A nuclear family is the best model for society.” [12] 3d “Allowing an abortion may be the most loving thing [12] 4d “Religious people should never use contraception.” [12]
this statement, showing you have considered Evaluate this statement, showing you have to do.” Evaluate this statement, showing you have Evaluate this statement, showing you have
different points of view. In your answer you should considered different points of view. In your answer considered different points of view. In your answer considered different points of view. In your answer
refer to at least one religion. you should refer to at least one religion. you should refer to at least one religion you should refer to at least one religion.
Section 3: Peace and Conflict
SAMS 2019
5a Identify three types of punishment. [3] 6a Identify three areas of conflict in the world today. [3] 5a Identify three types of bullying. [3] 6a Identify three things a religious organisation may [3]
do to work for peace.
5b Outline two roles of the United Nations in keeping [4] 6b Choose one religion. Outline two reasons why this [4] 5b Choose one religion. Outline two contrasting [4] 6b Choose one religion. Explain two reasons why its [4]
the peace. religion is against bullying. attitudes towards war held by its followers. followers believe bullying is wrong.
5c Explain differing reasons why conflict occurs. [6] 6c Explain why some people support capital [6] 5c Explain why some people think reform is the most [6] 6c Explain the differences between sins and crimes. [6]
punishment. important aim of punishment.
5d “All criminals should be sent to prison.” Evaluate [12] 6d “There is no such thing as a Just War.” Evaluate this [12] 5d “Capital punishment is never justified.” Evaluate [12] 6d “All religious people should oppose conflict.” [12]
this statement, showing you have considered statement, showing you have considered different this statement, showing you have considered Evaluate this statement, showing you have
different points of view. In your answer you should points of view. In your answer you should refer to different points of view. In your answer you should considered different points of view. In your answer
refer to at least one religion. at least one religion. refer to at least one religion. you should refer to at least one religion.
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5a Identify three purposes for the death penalty [3] 6a Identify three causes of conflict. [3] 5a Identify three crimes. [3] 6a Identify three ways religious organisations may [3]
work for world peace.
5b Outline two types of sins and their consequences. [4] 6b Outline two reasons why some non-religious [4] 5b Outline two reasons why society may need to [4] 6b Outline two reasons why some non-religious [4]
people are opposed to capital punishment. punish offenders. people support capital punishment.
5c Choose one religion. Explain the attitudes to [6] 6c Choose one religion. Explain the teachings about [6] 5c Choose one religion. Explain why its followers do [6] 6c Choose one religion. Explain its teachings about [6]
punishment in this religion. the importance of forgiveness in this religion. not agree with bullying. war.
5d “All religious people should be pacifists.” Evaluate [12] 6d “All sins should be crimes.” Evaluate this statement, [12] 5d “Religion is the best hope for world peace.” [12] 6d “Crimes are worse than sins.” Evaluate this [12]
this statement, showing you have considered showing you have considered different points of Evaluate this statement, showing you have statement, showing you have considered different
different points of view. In your answer you should view. In your answer you should refer to at least considered different points of view. In your answer points of view. In your answer you should refer to
refer to at least one religion. one religion. you should refer to at least one religion. at least one religion.
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5a Identify three possible responses to bullying. [3] 6a Identify three sins. [3] 5a Identify three benefits of reforming criminals. [3] 6a Identify three beliefs about capital punishment. [3]
5b Outline two religious attitudes to the importance [4] 6b Outline two religious attitudes towards the aims of [4] 5b Outline two ways religion may lead to conflict. [4] 6b Outline two differences between sins and crimes. [4]
of peace. punishment.
5c Choose one religion. Explain the attitudes its [6] 6c Choose one religion. Explain the importance of [6] 5c Choose one religion. Explain why some of its [6] 6c Choose one religion. Explain its attitude towards [6]
followers may have to capital punishment. forgiveness in this religion. followers support the use of bullies.
capital punishment.
5d “There is no point in punishment if it does not [12] 6d “The death penalty may be the lesser of two evils.” [12] 5d “It is impossible to prevent bullying.” Evaluate this [12] 6d “Religious people should be peacemakers.” [12]
change the wrongdoer.” Evaluate this statement, Evaluate this statement, showing you have statement, showing you have considered different Evaluate this statement, showing you have
showing you have considered different points of considered different points of view. In your answer points of view. In your answer you should refer to considered different points of view. In your
view. In your answer you should refer to at least you should refer to at least one religion. at least one religion. answer you should refer to at least one religion.
one religion.
Section 4: Rights, Equality and Social Justice
SAMS 2019
7a Identify three basic human rights. [3] 8a Identify three forms of discrimination. [3] 7a Identify three ways religious people may promote [3] 8a Identify three ways women’s rights have improved [3]
the development of a multi-faith society. in society.
7b Outline two ways people with disabilities are [4] 8b Choose one religion. Outline two ways equality is [4] 7b Outline two examples of racial harmony in society. [4] 8b Outline two non-religious beliefs about the [4]
supported in society. shown in this religion. treatment of the poor.
7c Choose one religion. Explain why racial harmony is [6] 8c Explain why there are different attitudes to giving [6] 7c Choose one religion and explain what its followers [6] 8c Choose one religion and explain why some of its [6]
supported in this religion. to charity. believe about the status of women. followers support human rights.
7d “All religious people should be pluralist.” Evaluate [12] 8d “Human rights should be the same wherever you [12] 7d “It is more important to work for justice than give [12] 8d “Religious people are the best hope for racial [12]
this statement, showing you have considered live.” Evaluate this statement, showing you have charity.” Evaluate this statement, showing you have harmony.” Evaluate this statement, showing you
different points of view. In your answer you should considered different points of view. In your answer considered different points of view. In your answer have considered different points of view. In your
refer to at least one religion. you should refer to at least one religion. you should refer to at least one religion. answer you should refer to at least one religion.
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7a Identify three examples of discrimination. [3] 8a Identify three practical ways religious people can [3] 7a Identify three ways religious people may support [3] 8a Identify three ways society could support the poor. [3]
help the poor. human rights.
7b Choose one religion. Outline two reasons why [4] 8b Choose one religion. Explain two of its attitudes [4] 7b Choose one religion. Outline two attitudes its [4] 8b Choose one religion. Outline two attitudes its [4]
many of its followers support human rights. towards the role of women in society. followers may have towards people of other followers may have towards living in a multi-faith
religions. society.
7c Explain different religious attitudes to living in a [6] 8c Explain why religious people may disagree with [6] 7c Explain non-religious attitudes to racial harmony. [6] 8c Explain the responses religious people may have to [6]
multi-faith society. some human rights. changes in women’s role in society.
7d “Women should be religious leaders.” Evaluate this [12] 8d “Prejudice and discrimination are the biggest [12] 7d “Religions are biased in favour of men.” Evaluate [12] 8d “Religious people should uphold all human rights.” [12]
statement, showing you have considered different problems facing society today.” Evaluate this this statement, showing you have considered Evaluate this statement, showing you have
points of view. In your answer you should refer to statement, showing you have considered different different points of view. In your answer you should considered different points of view. In your answer
at least one religion. points of view. In your answer you should refer to refer to at least one religion. you should refer to at least one religion.
at least one religion.
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7a Identify three religious attitudes to proselytisation. [3] 8a Identify three reasons why some religious people [3] 7a Identify three ways those of a different race should [3] 8a Identify three non-religious beliefs about racial [3]
may not support human rights. be treated. harmony.
7b Choose one religion. Outline two responsibilities [4] 8b Choose one religion. Outline two attitudes its [4] 7b Choose one religion. Outline two teachings about [4] 8b Choose one religion. Identify two reasons why [4]
its followers have in a multi-ethnic society. followers may hold towards interfaith the treatment of the poor. some of its followers may disagree
relationships. with some human rights.
7c Explain religious attitudes to the treatment of the [6] 8c Explain the responsibilities many religious people [6] 7c Explain why some religious people may not want to [6] 8c Explain different non-religious responses to the [6]
poor. believe they have to the poor. live in a multi-faith society. treatment of the poor.
7d “Women and men should be equal in all things.” [12] 8d “Disabled people have the same rights as others in [12] 7d “Freedom of speech is dangerous for society.” [12] 8d “Men and women are equal in society.” Evaluate [12]
Evaluate this statement, showing you have society.” Evaluate this statement, showing you have Evaluate this statement, showing you have this statement, showing you have considered
considered different points of view. In your answer considered different points of view. In your answer considered different points of view. In your different points of view. In your answer you
you should refer to at least one religion. you should refer to at least one religion. answer you should refer to at least one religion. should refer to at least one religion.

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Religious Studies (4RS1)

Exam Question Overview: Paper 1

Section 1: The Universe, Creation and the Place of Human Beings

Section 2: Life and Death

Section 3: Peace and Conflict

Section 4: Rights, Equality and Social Justice

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