I 2019 Religious And Moral Education (RME) Past Questions — Paper One 1. Traditional worshippers believe that the world was created by A.An Ancestor B. An Angel C. ALesser god D. Asupreme being 2. Plants were created by God mainly to A Serve as a means of transportation B. Blow fresh air into our rooms C. Provide oxygen for man D. Provide decoration to homes 3. Muslims describe Allah as Al- Raheem because, He is A. merciful B. All-Knowing C. Just D. The restorer 4, The attribute Alpha and Omega reveals that God is ‘A. Everywhere all the time B. Holy and immortal G. The beginning and the end D. Gracious and merciful 5, Abraham built an altar for the Lord at the Oak of Moreh because A. Itwas a Canaanite worship centre B. God had appeared to him there C. He wanted to worship God there D. God asked him to do so 6. The spiritual leader who was also a successor of Prophet Mohammed (SAW) was A. Sheik “] LB. Caliph C. Imam D. Hafiz 7. Egya Ahor was honoured with the Ahobaa festival because of his A. Good Leadership B. Magical Deed C. Killing of the beast D. Death for theland 8. Toha Zie became famous because ‘A. He was considered as a god B. Of his exploits in war C. He was a hunter D. He saved his people from beasts 9. The day Jesus rose from the dead is celebrated by Christians as A. Ascension Day B. Pentecost Day C. Good Friday D. Easter Sunday 10. The Bugum festival of Dagbon is also referred to as the A. Totem Festival B. Yam festival C. Rice festival D. Fire festival 11. The moral virtue revealed in the Islamic festival of Eid-ul-Adha is ‘A Obedience B. Steadfastness ©. Love D. Honesty 12. Puberty is a period of passage from ‘A. Conception to birth B. Childhood to adulthood C. Adulthood to death “]D. Birth to early childhood 13. Astrong emotional change noticeable among adolescents is A. intelligence B. selfishness C rebellion D. obedience 14, Which of the following traditional practices can dehumanize the individual? A. widowhood rites B festival rituals C. funeral rites D. libation prayers 15. Islamic practice of worship (Ibada) is based on the ‘A. Six teachings of Uthman B. Ninerackets of salat C.five pillars of islam D. seven events of hajj 16. The word Amen is useful in Christian and Islamic prayers because it A. Ensures confidence in the prayer B. Reveals God's promises C. Attracts blessing to people D. Enforces the request 17. Which group of believers usually conclude their prayers with a curse? A, Traditionalists B. Muslims C. Buddhists D. Christians 18. The practice of throwing stones during hajj is to ‘A Achieve goals for the pilgrimage B. Protect Muslims from death C. Open the way to prosperity D. Keep the devil away “]| 19. Ablution before salat ensures A Receipt of prayer request B. Purity in communion with Allah C. Peace with Allah always D. Health sanitation in the community 20. A child is said to be courteous when he or she A. Offers gifts to friends B. Converses with adults C. Is admired by the peers D. Gives help to the needy 21. When provoked, one needs to control tempers by showing ‘A. Decency B. Courtesy C. Comportment D. Dignity 22. Achaste life can be attained through ‘A. Intensive book reading B. Eating a vegetarian diet C. The practice of self-discipline D. Regular church attendance 23. Which of the following situations is an effect of immorality? ‘A. Humble life B. Focus in life G. Teenage pregnancy D. Peer influence 24, Jesus advised mankind in the parable of the good Samaritan not to A. Violently rob people B. Neglect the sick C. Discriminate against people D. Beat up enemies 25. Lazy people get old very fast. This means that hard work brings about “]| ‘A. Great wealth B. Comfort C. Development D. Good health 26. A person is said to be righteous when he or she ‘A Accept different viewpoints B. Tries to be loving and holy C. Attends religious meetings D. Lives a morally good life 27. The Qur'an teaches that anyone who does not show mercy will not A.Go To heaven B. Enter the mosque C. Live a peaceful life D. Be shown mercy 28. Commitment to God involves the show of A. Humility and hope B. Courage and love C. Respect and compassion D. Faith and obedience 29. Good deeds are performed so that A Society will expand B. God's command might be fulfilled C. People might be helped D. Gifts might be received 30. The main aim of a reward is to ‘A Accept our duties and responsibilities B. Help the poor out of their problems C. Reinforce the habit of repeating goods deeds D. Encourage people to speak good English 31. Which of the following conditions is not a fruit of repentance? A. Prosperity_ B. Love ©. Peace D. Forgiveness 32. Afather shows commitment to the family by ‘A. Traveling with his wife outside the country B. Being punctual at work and helping others C. Being steadfast at prayer and sacrificing D. Treating dependants with patience and tolerance 33. The nuclear family system consists of A. Parents and children B. Siblings and cousins C. Grandparents and children D. Parents and cousins 34. Which of the following statement is not true about the extended family system? ‘A. Parents, children and uncles are members B. Grandparents nephews and children are members C. All members come from the same mother D. Nuclear family members and the aged uncles are members 35. The Akans believe that their sacred stool is the abode of the ‘A Supreme being B. Dwarfs C. Lesser gods D. Ancestors 36.Which of the following objects can be found in an Islamic religious home? A.Gross B. Rosary C. Amulet D. Tasba 37. To succeed in academic work the individual needs to engage in serious, A Prayers B. Farming “]a ©. Discussions D. Leaming 38. Amanager is said to be corrupt when he or she A. Aets dishonestly for personal gains B. Promises to offer jobs to the unemployed C. Punished an employee for fighting D. Gives money fora fair trial 39. Visits to tourist centres help students to A. Pass their examinations B. Become more adventurous C. Overcome stress and boredom D. Make more friends 40. The Tuofo and the Dentsifo Asafo Companies are associated with the A. Aboakyir festival B. Akwambo festival C. Homowo festival D. Odwira festival Paper One Answers 1._D.Asupreme being 2. C. Provide oxygen for man merciful The beginning and the end God had appeared to him there es Pp @o> Caliph Death for the land ~ os He saved his people from beasts 5. D. Easter Sunday 10. D. Fire festival 11. A. Obedience12. a 1. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19 20. a 22. 23 2A. 25. 26. 2. 28. 29 20. a B c. A c. A A Childhood to adulthood rebellion widowhood rites five pillars of islam Ensures confidence in the prayer Traditionalists Keep the devil away Purity in communion with Allah Gives help to the needy Comportment The practice of self-discipline Teenage pregnancy Discriminate against people Good health Lives a morally good life Be shown mercy Faith and obedience People might be helped Reinforce the habit of repeating goods deeds Prosperity 32, D. Treating dependants with patience and tolerance 38 A Parents and children 34. C. All members come from the same mother 35, D. Ancestors 36. D. Tasba 437. D. Learning 38, A. Acts dishonestly for personal gains 39 c. Overcome stress and boredomAD. A. Aboalyir festival 2019 Religious And Moral Education (RME) Past Questions — Paper Two 1. (@) Narrate the parable of the sower. (b) State four lessons that can be learnt from the parable.2 (a) Describe how marriage rites are performed in Islam. (b) In what four ways are marriage rites important 3 (a) Describe the process of of fering libation (b). Outline four ways in which libation is important to the believer 4 (a) Outline four acts considered as good deeds. (b) Describe four types of reward a person may receive for doing good. 5 (a) Outline four ways of getting reconciled with one another (b)Explain the benefits of Repentance 6. (a) Define the term Decency (b) Describe four behaviours considered as decentin your community (0) Give three reasons for leading a decent life. 7 (a) List four factors that promote good family relationship. (b) Explain four benefits of healthy relationships among family members 8a) List four religious youth organizations in Ghana (b) Explain four moral teachings of religious youth organizations Paper Two Answers 1.(a) Asower went out to sow seeds. As he sowed, some of the seeds fell by the way sid e, and it was trampled upon, and the birds of the air ate it.Some other seeds fell upon a rock, and as soon asit germinated, it withered away; becau seit lacked moisture since there roots were not deep enough in the ground Other seeds fell among thorns, and as the seeds germinated and grew, the thorns choked them Others fell on good ground / fertile soil , grew up, and bore fruits in hundredfold, sixtyfold and thirtyfold (b) i. Wemustbe doers of the Word of God and not hearers only (ie., we must apply the Word of God to our lives after we have heard it) ii, We must obey our parents, teachers and elders and follow their guidance. iii, Whatever we are taught in school or at home, we must ensure that we understand it v ery well, in order to apply it properly iv. We must practically apply the education we are given in school and at home, v. We must not allow the enjoyable things of this world (such parties, gossips, TV, inteme t browsing, chatting, games) to draw us away from God / our patents / teachers vi. We must not yield to ridicule (being laughed at) or persecution ftom others vii. We must be steadfast and strong in our faith viii We must not allow riches or hardships to deceive us to commit sin ix. We must persevere and not give up in the face of difficulties x. We must not allow our friends or our enemies to make us commit evil 2. arents usually cooperate to select partners for their children from the Islamic faith. The man does the asking although his mother's family initiates the proposal Amatrimonial guardian(Wali) must be present at the legal representativive. Necessary background checks are made to avoid prohibitive marriage. The dowry (Mahr), which is determined by the woman's family is paid in the form of mon ey o property (sadaqi). Kolanuts/sweets are shared to show that both families have agreed to the marrriage. ‘Awedding ceremony is performed by a licensed imam,|slamic priest or Muezzin almost i mmediately after the payment of the dowry. The mimam reads from the fourth chapter of the Quan and preaches on the importance of marriage. In some instances, the couple are asked three times if they agree to be married Matrimoninal guardians serve as representatives. The wedding feats follows, there is merry making Relatives and friends and well-wishers present gifts to the couple. The bride istaken to her matrimonial home and test of chastity is conducted by her husb and. (b) It Promotes good moral behavior. “]_ L It brings families together It seals the marriage Itushers the couple into a new stage of life/adulthood It introduces the couple to the community It promotes respect in the society It gives confidence to the couple It encourages responsible parenthood 3. Libation is the pouring out of special liquids, especially alcoholic beverages, to a deity or the ancestors. Libation is a way by which people pray toa deity Those who qualify to offer libation include family heads, linguists, chiefs, fetish priests, etc Libation is offered to the ancestors, lesser gods and spirits and to the Supreme God The one who offers the libation must remove his hat and footwear asa sign of respect t othe deity or ancestors and stands in front of the other members of the praying group The prayers are said aloud to the hearing of all those present The right hand is used in the offering of libation The following procedures are followed; Prelude: the capturing of the attention/ consent o f the objects of worship. Invocation: the spirits are invoked through rending. Petition: petitions/requests are made unto the deity/ancestor to which prayers are being rendered. Conclusion: Usually marked by the request for curses upon enemies and blessings upon sympathizers. (b) To Offer thanksgiving and praises to the objects of worship ( Supreme Godlesser go ds, ancestors etc) To Seek protection from the deities To request for blessings 4, (a) Running errands free of charge Helping the aged and physically challenged to cross lorry roads Reporting criminals to the authorities or the police. Helping to teach someone something he or she does not know Participating in communal labour and general environmental cleanliness Protecting social amenities and properties (b) 1. Priases ~ words that show approval for something / Encouraging words 2. Recommendation - verba or written notices showing how good someone is and theref ore should be helped when in need 3. Agood testimonial which is an account of an individia's characteracademic performa nee, conduct and behavior. “d rT| 4. Certificates — an official document which gives credence to facts about how a person qualifies or is capable of achieving something 5. Awards ~ these include cash prices, books, scholarships, citations ete. Which is given to an individual in appreciation forhard work 6. Trophies and medals - in some sports and other competitions, successful and discipli ned winners are given medal in appreciation for theirefforts. 7. Promotions to higher classes or grades for excellent or outstanding deeds 5. (a) 1. Forgiveness - pardoning the offender with no condition when remorse or confes sion or admission of guilt is made. 2. Be prepared to have misunderstanding or dispute resolved peacefully. 3. Avoid unnecessary arguments and disputes. 4. Use of dialogue devoid of vulgar language and mockery 5. Taking part in workshops and seminars on peace-building to develop skills for getting on well with others. 6. Being a role model by showing good character traits of respect, love, compassion etc. 7. Being sympathetic, tolerant and accommodative (open-mindedness) 8. Restoration, reparation, and payment of compensation 9. Admission of guilt and promise of not doing the wrong things again (b). 1. Itleads to the release of guilt 2. It brings restoration of broken relationships 3. It promotes unity and peace 4, It leads to respect and trustin the individual 5. It enables a person to receive forgiveness 6. It helps save a person from eternal punishment 6. (a) Decency is an acceptable way of behavior in a given society or community. It inclu des habits that show respect, honesty etc towards people. (b) 1. Decent and appropriate dressing 2. Proper eating habits and manners 3. Greeting the proper way 4. The use of polite words and tone in communication 5. Being respectful and showing appreciation (©) 1. Itserves as the basis for gaining self-respect. 2. 1T makes individuals gain respect from others 3. It makes one eam trust and confidence of others 4. Itgets individuals closer to God/ It attracts blessings from God 5. It shows that people are well trained and brought up 6. The community expects members to be decent all the time 7. It promotes togetherness and peace in the society “]a (a)1. Respect forone another regardless of age, social or economic status in the famil 7. y. 2. Obeying the family rules and regulations, children must obey their parents and elders. 3. Goad communication among members. 4. Cooperation and love other members of the family 5. Giving support to others in times of difficulties, e.g. financially ete. 6. Members must avoid selfishness and greed 7. Forgiveness to foster peace and unity among members 8 Tolerance for each other in the family. (b) 1. t promotes peace, unity and progress and happiness and all members feel free to communicate with one another. 2. The family gains respect from other families and become role model to them 3. Members will work hard to defend and protect the good name of the family 4. It enables the weak and poor members to seek for help from privileged ones. 5. It ensures security against external aggression and attacks. 6. It promotes progress of the family. 8. (a) 1. Scripture union 2. Catholic Youth organization 3. Methodist youth fellowship 4, Baptist youth Association 5. Pentecost Youth movement 6. Charismatic renewal 7. Young Men Christian Association (YMCA) 8. Young women Christian Association (YWCA) 9. Young peoples Guild 10. Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Organization 11. Ahmadiyya Students Union 12. Muslim Youth Movement 18. Ghana Muslim Students Association 14. Asafo Companies (b) 1. Members learn to be disciplined and avoid social vices 2. They teach members to be committed to their faith. 3. Communal spirit and patriotism are learned by members. 4. They teach stewardship and need to care for others 5. They teach/ ensure peace and stability in the community 6. They teach holiness 7. They instill sincerity in the people 8. They teach members to be courageous 9. They enforce unity and love 10. They teach the spirit of hard work “]11. They teach members to persevere and endure 12. They teach members to be truthful and honest.