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GCSE Religious Studies (OCR)

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

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Q1. What is meant by the 'incarnation' in Christian belief?
  • A.  The belief that God punishes sinners after death
  • B.  The belief that God became human in the person of Jesus Christ
  • C.  The belief that humans are born with original sin
  • D.  The ceremony of baptism into the Church
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✓ Answer: B. The belief that God became human in the person of Jesus Christ
Incarnation literally means 'made flesh' and refers to God the Son taking on human form as Jesus Christ, fully God and fully human. This is distinct from original sin, which concerns humanity's fallen nature, not God's nature.
Q2. What is the main purpose of infant baptism for many Christians?
  • A.  To welcome the child into the Church and cleanse original sin
  • B.  To confirm the child's own personal faith
  • C.  To prepare the child for marriage
  • D.  To ordain the child as a minister
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✓ Answer: A. To welcome the child into the Church and cleanse original sin
Infant baptism welcomes a baby into the Christian community and, for many denominations, washes away original sin through godparents' promises made on the child's behalf. Confirming personal faith happens later, often in confirmation, once the person can decide for themselves.
Q3. What does the Shi'a belief in 'Adalat' refer to?
  • A.  The angels recording deeds
  • B.  The justice and fairness of Allah
  • C.  The finality of prophethood
  • D.  Pilgrimage to Makkah
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✓ Answer: B. The justice and fairness of Allah
Adalat is the Shi'a belief in the divine justice and fairness of Allah, meaning Allah always acts justly and never wrongs anyone. This belief is distinct in Shi'a theology, though Sunni Muslims also affirm Allah's justice within their own framework.
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Christianity — beliefs & teachings · 35
Christianity — practices · 35
Islam — beliefs & teachings · 36
Islam — practices · 32
Relationships & families · 36
Crime, punishment & ethics · 34
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How many questions are in the GCSE Religious Studies (OCR)?
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 (OCR)?
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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