Paper 2 June 2021

• Examine why there are different baptism practices in Catholic and Baptist traditions of Christianity. (10 marks)
• ‘The sanctity of life means that Christians should not take part in war.’ Evaluate this claim. (15 marks)
• Examine how scientific discoveries have influenced Christian ethical thinking. [10 marks]
• ‘Christianity has no effective response to issues arising from the freedom of religious expression.’ Evaluate this claim. [15 marks]
• ‘Human life has purpose because there is continuing personal existence after death.’ Critically examine and evaluate this view with reference to the dialogue between Christianity and philosophy. (25 marks)
• ‘Miracles have no value for religion today.’ Critically examine and evaluate this view with reference to the dialogue between Christianity and philosophy. (25 marks)
• ‘Christian teachings about homosexuality and transgender issues are no longer morally acceptable.’ Critically examine and evaluate this view with reference to the dialogue between Christianity and ethical studies. (25 marks)
• ‘Belief in free will undermines religious authority for Christians.’ Critically examine and evaluate this view with reference to the dialogue between Christianity and ethical studies. (25 marks)