Islam: Beliefs

Question 1

Explain two ways in which belief in the six articles of faith influences Sunni Muslims today [4]

Answer 1

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 2

Explain two ways in which belief in the five roots of Usul ad-Din influences Shi’a Muslims today [4]

Answer 2

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 3

Explain two ways in which belief in Tawhid influences Muslims today [4]

Answer 3

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 4

Explain two ways in which the belief that God is just influences Muslims today [4]

Answer 4

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 5

Explain two ways in which belief in angels influences Muslims today [4]

Answer 5

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 6

Explain two ways in which belief in Risalah influences Muslims today [4]

Answer 6

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 7

Explain two ways in which the belief in a Day of Judgement influences Muslims today [4]

Answer 7

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 8

Explain two ways in which the belief in Jannam and Jahannam influences Muslims today [4]

Answer 8

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 9

Explain two ways in which the belief in predestination influences Muslims today [4]

Answer 9

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 10

Explain two ways in which belief in the Night of Power influences Muslims today [4]

Answer 10

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 11

Explain two ways in which belief in the authority of the Qur’an influences Muslims today [4]

Answer 11

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 12

Explain two ways in which the belief in the Imamate influences Shi’a Muslims today [4]

Answer 12

Belief one
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.
Belief two
1 mark for stating the belief with limited detail.
2 marks for developing/expanding the first point.

Question 13

Explain two Muslim teachings about Tawhid [5]

Answer 13

First point
Simple explanation of a relevant point – 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point– 2 marks
Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 14

Explain two Muslim beliefs about predestination [5]

Answer 14

First point
Simple explanation of a relevant point – 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point– 2 marks
Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 15

Explain two Muslim teachings about angels [5]

Answer 15

First point
Simple explanation of a relevant point – 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point– 2 marks
Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 16

Explain two Muslim teachings about holy books [5]

Answer 16

First point
Simple explanation of a relevant point – 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point– 2 marks
Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 17

Explain two Muslim beliefs about Risalah [5]

Answer 17

First point
Simple explanation of a relevant point – 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point– 2 marks
Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 18

Explain two Muslim beliefs about Jannam and Jahannam [5]

Answer 18

First point
Simple explanation of a relevant point – 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point– 2 marks
Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 19

Explain two Muslim teachings about the Qur’an [5]

Answer 19

First point
Simple explanation of a relevant point – 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point– 2 marks
Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 20

Explain two Muslim beliefs about the Night of Power [5]

Answer 20

First point
Simple explanation of a relevant point – 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point– 2 marks
Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 21

Explain two Muslim beliefs about god being transcendent [5]

Answer 21

First point
Simple explanation of a relevant point – 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point– 2 marks
Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 22

Explain two Muslim beliefs about god being immanent [5]

Answer 22

First point
Simple explanation of a relevant point – 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point– 2 marks
Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 23

Explain two Muslim teachings about Muhammad [5]

Answer 23

First point
Simple explanation of a relevant point – 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point– 2 marks
Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 24

Explain two Muslim teachings about Adalat [5]

Answer 24

First point
Simple explanation of a relevant point – 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point– 2 marks
Second point
Simple explanation of a relevant point– 1 mark
Detailed explanation of a relevant point – 2 marks
Relevant and accurate reference to sacred writing – 1 mark

Question 25

“Prophet Adam can teach Muslims all they need to know” [12]

Answer 25

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 26

“The Qur’an is the only important book in Islam” [12]

Answer 26

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 27

“It does not matter how it was revealed or compiled, it is the fact Muslims have the Qur’an that is important” [12]

Answer 27

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 28

“Ibrahim is the perfect role model for Muslims” [12]

Answer 28

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 29

“Belief in angels has no impact on the life of Muslims” [12]

Answer 29

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 30

“Mika’il is more important than Jibril” [12]

Answer 30

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 31

“Religious believers have no proof that an afterlife exists” [12]

Answer 31

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 32

“The Sunnah is more important than the Qur’an as a guide to life for Muslims today” [12]

Answer 32

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 33

“For a Muslim, believing that Allah is all-powerful is not important” [12]

Answer 33

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.

Question 34

“Predestination cannot exist if humans have free will” [12]

Answer 34

Paragraph 1
• Explain why people might agree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 2
• Explain why people might disagree with the
statement. Include more than one reason. Support with religious teachings. Suggest strengths or weaknesses of point.
Paragraph 3
• Explain which side has the best argument and ‘wins’. Make a judgement and say why you have chosen that argument as the strongest. Add an additional reason/evidence to support your judgement.