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C.R.E PAPER 1
MARKING SCHEME
- (a) Why the Bible is referred to as the word of God.
– Human authors were inspired by God
– It contains words spoken directly by God, such as let there be………..
– God Himself took part in the writing of the Bible e.g ten commandments.
– The bible reveals the nature of God i.e His divine nature.
– It contains the will of God ie what he expects of us.
– It contains predictions and prophecies some of which have come to pass.
– It is used for moral guidance /rebuking and correcting what is wrong.
– It contains the history of salvation through Jesus Christ.
(b) God`s plan of salvation for human beings in the O.T.
– God looked for Adam and Eve after they sinned.
– God provided them with clothes after they realized that they were naked
– His call to Abraham was aimed at saving nations.
– God sent his prophets to guide and correct his people.
– The prophecies of Isaiah about the messiah who would come to save the world were part of God`s plan of salvation.
– He planned to send a messiah to save humankind.
(c) Effects of translation of the Bible into African languages.
– It led to emergence of independent churches and schools.
– Led more acceptance of the Gospel as the Africans were able to follow the scripture better.
– It increased the desire for education as more Africans showed interest in going to school.
– Led faster spread of Christianity as African were able to read the bible.
– The translation increased Africans participation in Christianity.
– It led to establishment of bible society of Kenya.
– Africans were able to read and understand the inner meanings of the doctrines of Christianity.
– Christianity became a more active religion as Africans participated more.
– Africans took leadership position from missionaries.
- (a) How the early life of Moses prepare him for leadership.
– He was brought up in the Pharaolis house and learnt leadership skills
– His Egyptian education helped him in writing the Decalogue.
– Having been brought up by his mother, he was familiar with the customs of the Jews, the people he was to lead.
– His experience in the desert hardened him to be bold and preserves during hardships, which helped him to handle the Israelites in the desert.
– He took care of the flock of hi father- in – law Jethro which made him patient, keen and responsible as a shepherd.
– His experienced as an Egyptian prince helped him to handle the Pharaoh.
(b) How Abraham demonstrated his faith in God.
– By abandoning the idol worship to serve Yahweh the true God.
– By accepting to leave Haron to unknown land.
– By building altars at Bethel and Schechem in honour of God.
– By accepting circumcision as a sign of the covenant.
– By sacrificing the animals in the covenant making.
– By accepting to change their names Abram to Abraham and Sarai to Sarah.
– By showing willingness in sacrificing his son Isaac
– By worshipping God.
– By believing in the fulfillment of God`s promises.
– By making a covenant with God.
(c) Lessons Christians learn from the incident when Abraham was willing to sacrifice his son Isaac.
-They should obey God.
– They should have faith in God
– They should be patient and wait upon God/should not give up.
– They should be prepared to face difficult situations.
-They should be ready to give up everything to God totally committed to God.
– God bless those who are ready to serve Him
– They should be wise when dealing with issues affecting their lives.
– They should involve family members in worship.
3.(a) Reasons why Samuel was opposed to Kingship in Israel.
– The Israelites would forget God as their unseen king or ruler.
– Their loyalty would be to the King instead of Yahweh
– The Israelites would be influenced by other nations and forget covenant with God.
– Human Kings would rule according to their human character.
– Kingship would bring a new form of authority and rule and new social system
– Hereditary kingship would lead to oppression and dictatorship.
– The Israelites would lose their identify as a covenant people
(b) Why David is considered as the founder of the kingdom of Israel.
– He defeated the enemies of Israel.
– Expanded the geographical boundaries of Israel.
– Was a wise administrator.
– Established peace among neighbouring countries.
– United Israelites
– Composed psalms
– Set up the capital of Israel
(c) The qualities modern leader can learn from King David. * Explained points.
– Courage
– Faith
– Gratitude
– Loyalty
– Justice
– Wisdom
– Humility
– Kindness
- (a) Roles of Prophets in the O.T
– Spoke on behalf of God /God`s messengers/mouth pieces
– They foretold the future events
– They guided/counseled the kings
– They called people back to repentance/gave messages of hope.
– They reminded the people about the covenant
– They condemned the evil in society.
– They warned the people of God`s judgment.
– They made people understand the nature of God.
– They anointed kings.
– They interpreted the vision dreams forms from God/current events.
(b) Amos teachings on social justice & responsibility in Israel.
– Amos condemned slavery where the poor and needy were enslaved by the rich.
– He condemned robbery and violence that made the city insecure.
– Condemned bribery and corruption that was practiced in courts.
– Condemned greed and excessive luxury among the few rich in Israel.
– Condemned self-indulgence and false sense of security.
– Condemned cheating in business
– Condemned sexual immorality and temple prostitution practiced as a form of idolatry.
– Condemned slavery where the poor and the needy were enslaved by the rich.
– God`s law was to be obeyed so that their relationship with God and their fellow human beings.
(c) How the church is promoting social justice in Kenya today.
– Providing education to the public on social justice/civic education.
– By respecting and following the laws of the country as laid down by the government.
– By providing shelter to the needy.
– It preaches on social justice.
– The church prays for social justice in the country.
– The church gives food/clothing to the affected/ aims/money.
– It advices the government on the need for the practice of justice in society.
– The church condemns preaching against/ pointing out/social injustice in the society.
- (a) Problems Nehemiah encountered in rebuilding the wall.
– The officials of Tekoa did not co-operate with him.
– He was ridiculed by San Ballat and Tobiah.
– Received threats of violence from the enemies.
– A trap was laid to derail his mission of rebuilding the wall.
– There was a plot to kill him.
– Insecurity from the enemies
– False prophets tried to discourage him.
– Opposition from the Jewish nobles.
– False accusation from his enemies.
(b) Reforms carried out by Nehemiah
– He denounced marriage between Jews and foreigners.
– He purifies the temple after sending away the Samaritan Tobiah who had been residing there.
– He organized the tithing system.
– He made up a panel of four to look into the distribution of tithes to priest/Levites/musicians.
– He upheld the law of Sabbath.
– Commanded levities to guard the temple against traders.
– Made Jews to be loyal to Mosic Law
– He reinstated the Levites to their responsibilities.
(c) Ways through which the modern church prepares converts for full membership.
– Five them bible instructions
– Guidance & counseling
– Teaching them their duties and responsibilities
– Baptized them
– Confirm them as members of church.
– Take them through confession
– Offer postural visits.
– Official introduction to church means full members.
- (a) The role of sponsor during initiation.
– Offer G/C to the initiates
– Give the candidates instructions in sex education.
– Encourage the candidate to face the operation with courage.
– Give moral/physical support during operation.
– Act as a link between the candidate and their parents/families
– Ensure the initiates are protected and taken care of.
(b) The modern factors affecting the traditional African heritage.
– Foreign religions.eg Islamic
– Foreign cultures and values
– Western education
– New forms of government and politics
– Science and technology
– Urbanization
– Mass media.
– Improve infrastructure.
(c) Methods of disciplining errant members in the T.A.Cs
– Beating /carrying/whipping/pinching/pulling of cars for children
– Denial of food especially for the children
-For small mistakes a person can be reprimanded by the elders/ giving a warning.
– Payment of fine, inform of goat, sheep etc.
– Being given unpleasant nicknames.
– Summoned to appear before the council of elders or aged groups.
– Being banned from attending social functions e.g dances.
– Excommunicated from the community.
– Being disowned by the family members/relatives