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GCSE Religious Studies (Edexcel)

Beliefs, teachings and practices of major religions plus ethics. Edexcel board.

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Q1. In Christianity, what does the term 'omnipotent' mean when describing God?
  • A.  All-powerful
  • B.  All-loving
  • C.  All-knowing
  • D.  Ever-present
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✓ Answer: A. All-powerful
Omnipotent comes from Latin meaning 'all-powerful', describing God's unlimited power to do anything consistent with his nature. All-loving is 'benevolent', all-knowing is 'omniscient', and ever-present is 'omnipresent'.
Q2. Which two sacraments are accepted by both Catholic and most Protestant Christians as instituted by Jesus?
  • A.  Baptism and the Eucharist
  • B.  Confirmation and Confession
  • C.  Anointing of the Sick and Holy Orders
  • D.  Marriage and Penance
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✓ Answer: A. Baptism and the Eucharist
Baptism and the Eucharist (Holy Communion) are recognised as sacraments across almost all Christian denominations because Jesus commanded them directly, in his own baptism and at the Last Supper. The other four are among the additional five sacraments recognised mainly by Catholics.
Q3. Which term describes the belief that Muhammad's revelations mark the completion and final form of God's message to humanity?
  • A.  Khatam an-Nabiyyin (Seal of the Prophets)
  • B.  Tawhid
  • C.  Zakah
  • D.  Sawm
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✓ Answer: A. Khatam an-Nabiyyin (Seal of the Prophets)
Khatam an-Nabiyyin, meaning 'Seal of the Prophets', expresses the belief that Muhammad was the last prophet and his message finalised divine revelation. Tawhid concerns God's oneness, while Zakah and Sawm are Pillars of practice.
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Who has to sit the GCSE Religious Studies (Edexcel)

Who needs a GCSE Religious Studies (Edexcel)?

No one is legally required to sit or retake GCSE Religious Studies if they do not pass it. Schools must offer Religious Education.

What it costs, and what a resit costs

How much does the GCSE Religious Studies (Edexcel) cost?

Real exam fee: Approximately £59.90 (exam board fee). Private candidates typically pay £100-£275 including administration fees. Resit fee: Approximately £59.90 (exam board fee). Private candidates typically pay £100-£275, same as first entry, including administration fees.

How hard is it

What is the GCSE Religious Studies (Edexcel) pass rate?

Real exam first-time pass rate: Approximately 72.3% of students achieved Grade 4 or above in GCSE Religious Studies (all boards) in 2023. Difficulty: Comparable to other humanities subjects. Requires strong writing, critical thinking, and evaluation skills, rather than calculations.

Why people fail it

Why do people fail the GCSE Religious Studies (Edexcel)?

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The exam has 40 questions. Every Revision Robin mock uses the same 40-question format so your practice matches the real thing.
What is the pass mark for the GCSE Religious Studies (Edexcel)?
You need 24 out of 40 correct to pass, which is about 60%. Our mocks mark you against this exact threshold.
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The test is timed at 60 minutes. Our full mock runs on the same clock so you can practise your pacing.
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