Religious Studies P2 English

November 2008 โ€” Grade 12 / Matric โ€” Religious Studies

Past Paper 2008 Grade 12 English
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5.2Religion Studies/P2 2 DoE/November 2008 Copyright reserved Please turn over INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION This question paper consists of FIVE questions.
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1.1Analyse some of the major problems faced by today's South African youth. (15\
1.2Discuss these problems in terms of rights and responsibilities in the light of the South African Constitution. (15\
1.3With reference to the sources from any TWO religions, discuss the extent to which they support the balance between rights and responsibilities. (20\ [50]50
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2.1Explain the term parable and give the purpose of a parable. (10\
2.2Select ONE parable each from any TWO religions and discuss the relevant moral/teaching thereof. (40\ [50]50
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5.1Quotations from various religions are provided below. Choose any ONE quotation and discuss it in the light of at least THREE central teachings of that religion. Your answer must be supported by relevant references from
5.1.9'There was a universe before this one and there will be a universe after this one.' (Rig Veda, 10-190-3\ 'It is not always physical bravery that counts. One must have the courage to face life as it is, to go through sorrows and always
5.2Discuss the internal differentiations that exist within any ONE religion. Answer according to the following sub-headings: Historical development of the differentiations Differentiations in teachings and beliefs

Mark Allocation

Total150 marks
Sections50 + 50 + 50 + 50 + 50 + 50 = 300 marks

Paper information

SubjectReligious Studies
Year2008
SessionNovember
TypePast Paper
PaperPaper 2
LanguageEnglish
Pages5
Downloads5

Examination context

Decade2000s
Years ago18y
SeasonSpring (SH)
Start dayWednesday
Exam periodNovember 2008
Days since exam6,564

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