Religion Studies Paper 2 (English)

November 2025 — Grade 12 / Matric — Religion Studies

Past Paper 2025 Grade 12 English

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1.1Read the extract below and answer the questions that follow. DARK CLOUD OF DRUG ABUSE HANGS OVER SCHOOL CHILDREN IN SOWETO South Africa faces a growing problem of substance abuse and addiction, especially among young people. This includes alcohol and a growing range of

1.1.1Name and explain TWO causes that contribute to substance abuse in South African schools. (8\

1.1.2Discuss the impact of substance abuse in schools. (10\

1.2Do you think that the legalis ation of drugs (e.g. alcohol, dagga\ in society will

1.3Wit h reference to any ONE religion you have studied, discuss its teachings that specifically address the problem of substance abuse. (12\

1.4Suggest practical strategies that religious organis ation can use to overcome the problem of substance abuse (10\

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2.1Read the extract below and answer the questions that follow. CENTRAL TEACHINGS In order to understand different religions, we often begin by looking at the main teachings that make up a particular religious tradition. Through its teachings,

2.1.2Discuss the concept of reward and punishment Discuss the origin and role of evil. (10\ (10\

2.2Critically discuss the role of rituals in various religions. (10\

2.3Discuss the different roles played by oral tradition in any TWO religions you have studied. (2 x 4\ (8\

2.4In the context of religions, explain what is meant by inspiration. (12\ [50]50

3.1Read the extract below and answer the questions that follow. ORGANISATIONS PROMOTING INTERRELIGIOUS DIALOGUE The first Parliament of the World s Religions was held in Chicago in the United States in 1893, with the aim of creating a global dialogue of faiths. Since that

3.1The Parliament of the World s Religions brought about multifaith cooperation through various strategies. Discuss the work of this organi ation, with relevant examples. (12\ Name any FIVE achievements of

3.2.1With reference to any ONE religion you have studied, name TWO of its branches. (4\

3.2.2Compare the internal differences of the branches you have named

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2.1under the following headings: (a\ Teachings/Beliefs (8\ (b\ Practices (8\ (c\ Governance

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4.1Discuss the scientific explanation of how human beings came into existence. (10\

4.2Discuss the different responses of the following religions to Darwin s theory of evolution:

4.2.2Hinduism Judaism (12\ (12\

4.3Compare the scientific and the religious accounts of how the universe came into being. (2 x 8\ (16\ [50]50

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5.1What are the factors that led to the development of ecularism? (10\

5.2Discuss THREE advantages and THREE disadvantages of ecularism for society. (12\

5.3Compare the teachings of any TWO secular worldviews that you have studied. Tabulate your answer. (16\

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Topics Identified

World ReligionsPhilosophy

Mark Allocation

Total150 marks

Sections50 + 50 + 50 + 50 + 50 = 250 marks

Paper information

SubjectReligion Studies

Year2025

SessionNovember

TypePast Paper

PaperPaper 2

LanguageEnglish

Pages6

Downloads9

Examination context

Decade2020s

Years ago1y

SeasonSpring (SH)

Start dayWednesday

Exam periodNovember 2025

Days since exam354

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