To revise for the GCSE test (PM May 15 th ) The exam will have 6 topics to choose from. Choose 4! Title: Religion and Life Issues Planet Earth War & Peace Prejudice Early Life

USE THESE QUOTES Each quote can be used for more than one topic. Which ones could you use them for? “Do not murder” Exodus ‘An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind.’ Mahatma Gandhi ‘In everything, therefore, treat people the same way you want them to treat you’ Mathew ‘In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth’ Genesis ‘God made man in his image’ Genesis ‘The earth is the Lords and everything in it’ Psalm Planet Earth War & Peace Prejudice Early Life

Greenhouse effect the feeling of amazement and privilege when looking at the world around you Conservation the idea that God created the world from nothing Carbon Emissions looking after the environment and protecting animals Sustainable Development Release of greenhouse gases, such as carbon monoxide from vehicles, into the atmosphere. AweActions which lead to the natural homes of plants and animals being destroyed, often leading to the deaths of those species Dominiondevelopment which takes into consideration the impact on the natural world for future generations. Reincarnationthe idea that believers have a duty to look after the environment on behalf of God. Earth Summits having control over the world and everything within it Creationthe Hindu cycle of life, death and rebirth Destruction of natural habitat Meetings of international leaders aimed at reaching an agreement that will reduce environmental pollution and climate change Stewardshipthe trapping of heat from the sun in the lower atmosphere due to an increase in carbon dioxide, methane and other pollutants.

Draw 2 quick images to help you Christianity Christians believe that God created the world from nothing. The creation included the world, land, sea, vegetation, sun, moon, stars) and all life form- fish, animals, man. It took six days (Fundamentalist view) Scientific Perspective Refer to the Big Bang Theory Hinduism Brahman is ultimately responsible for the universe. He used the creator Brahma (his avatar) to make it. There are many creation accounts including the account of Vishnu sleeping on a cobra who is then awoken by a lotus flower growing from her navel. Inside the lotus flower is Brahma who creates the world. Shiva is also there and becomes responsible for the cycle of life and death. Why do you need to have an understanding of the different creation accounts? Think about the implications of these beliefs for a religious believer. If you hold a religious account to be true you will want to follow the guidelines within your religion on how to look after God’s creation.

Religious Attitudes to the Environment. Hinduism They believe that trees are kind for five reasons including, giving fuel, providing shade, shelter for birds, the leafs, roots and bark contain medicines. Hindus believe all souls will be reborn into more lifetimes on earth, so we have to look after the world for our own future sakes. In India, Hindus take an active part in checking government schemes which might damage the environment, such as the building of large-scale dams which could cause the rivers to flood, destroying precious land and animals. Christianity Stewardship Dominion God created the world and everything in it. Respect for the world extends to all creation (Pope John Paul II) Christians will be accountable for their actions on Judgement Day. St Basil taught people that consideration of creation would lead to consideration of the creator thus can make you closed to God.

Aquinas’ Just War theory Please Just Learn R.E Silly Children. P……………………… J………………………. L……………………… R………………………. E……………………… S……………………… C………………………. Aquinas gave 7 criteria which must be followed in order to start a Just War. What where they? A Christian theory Just War is NOT the same as a Holy War. A holy war is fought because of religion e.g. For a religious cause, due to religious beliefs, conflict between religion, started by a religious leader.

Aquinas’ Just War theory Please Just Learn R.E Silly Children. Proper authority starts it Just Cause Last resort Reasonable chance of success Establish good Sufficient force Controlled violence A Christian theory Just War is NOT the same as a Holy War. A holy war is fought because of religion e.g. For a religious cause, due to religious beliefs, conflict between religion, started by a religious leader.

Key Term Bingo Each box contains the definition of a key term. Once you know all of the key terms, shout bingo for a prize. Gift from God, sacred life Fairness Aquinas’ theory about war A war with religious intent The absence of war The Hindu belief in non violence A believer in non-violent solutions to conflicts An organisation which helps victims of war Sanctity of lifeJustice Just War Theory Peace Holy WarAhimsaPacifistRed Cross

Types of prejudice – Give examples of these Racism Ageism Sexism Disability Religion Homophobia

Describe the work of one religious believer who has fought prejudice. 6 quick facts!  Desmond Tutu Fought apartheid in South Africa, Anglican bishop, now campaigns against {sexism, aids, homophobia etc], pacifist, economic boycott, Capetown peaceful marches  Martin Luther King  Gandhi

Tell me stuff! Put your hand up if you think you know this key term! Abortion Pro ChoicePro Life Sanctity of life Quality of LifeConception Contraception AdoptionWhen is legal abortion till in the UK? What criteria are there for abortions in the UK? New word: viability The capacity for survival (when a foetus is likely to survive if born)

Example Exam Questions – Early Life (a) What is viability? (1 mark) (b) Give two alternatives to abortion. (2 marks) (c) ‘Abortion should be legal throughout the world.’ What do you think? Explain your opinion. (3 marks) (d) Explain the attitudes of religious believers to abortion. Refer to religious teaching in your answer. (6 marks) (e) ‘Quality of life is much more important than sanctity of life.’Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer, showing that you have thought about more than one point of view. Refer to religious arguments in your answer. (6 marks)