Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1) Time 50 minutes Paper reference 3RBO/2F Religious Studies B (Short Course) PAPER 2: Area of Study 2 — Religion, Peace and Confli Option 2F — Judaism

Instructions • Use black ink or ball-point pen. • Fill in the boxes at the top of this page with your name, centre number and candidate number. • Answer all questions. • Answer the questions in the spaces provided ...

Instructions • Use black ink or ball-point pen. • Fill in the boxes at the top of this page with your name, centre number and candidate number. • Answer all questions. • Answer the questions in the spaces provided – there may be more space than you need. Information • The total mark for this paper is 51. • The marks for each question are shown in brackets – use this as a guide as to how much time to spend on each question. • The question labelled with an asterisk (*) is the one where the quality of your written communication will be assessed – you should take particular care on this question with your spelling, punctuation and grammar, as well as the use of specialist terminology. • The marks available for spelling, punctuation and grammar are clearly indicated. Advice • Read each question carefully before you start to answer it. • Try to answer every question. • Check your answers if you have time at the end. You do not need any other materials. Religious Studies B (Short Course) PAPER 2: Area of Study 2 – Religion, Peace and Conflict Option 2F – Judaism 3RB0/2F Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1) *P71274A0212* 2  Answer ALL questions. Write your answers in the spaces provided. Question 1: Jewish Beliefs 1 (a) Outline three ways the mitzvot are used by Jews. 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(b) Explain two ways Shekhinah is seen as important for Orthodox Jews. 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In your answer you must refer to a source of wisdom and authority. 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In your response you should: • refer to Jewish teachings • reach a justified conclusion. 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(Total for Question 1 = 27 marks) *P71274A0612* 6  Question 2: Crime and Punishment 2 (a) Outline three Jewish responses to the problem of crime. 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(b) Explain two Jewish teachings about punishment. 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