Theme D: Religion, peace and conflict (AQA GCSE Religious Studies A): Model Answers
📚 Model Answers
Give two reasons why most religious people are against terrorism (2)
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- It involves the killing of innocent people.
- It causes significant destruction of land and communities.
Give two ways that religious people can work for peace (2)
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- Participate in peaceful protests.
- Pray to God for peace and reconciliation.
Give two ways in which religious believers help victims of war (2)
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- Offer prayers for the victims and their families.
- Donate money to organisations that provide aid to victims of war.
Give two religious beliefs that show violence is wrong (2)
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- "Love thy neighbour" teaches compassion and peace.
- "Love your enemies" encourages forgiveness and non-violence.
Give two criteria of just war (2)
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- War should be the last resort after all other options are exhausted.
- It must be declared by a legitimate authority.
Give two reasons why many religious believers are against violent protests (2)
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- It is not a loving or compassionate action.
- It causes harm to people, which goes against religious teachings.