Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1 ) Time 50 minutes Paper reference 1 RAO/4A Religious Studies A PAPER 4: Area of Study 4 — Textual Studies Option 4A Mark's Gospel

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. Total Marks Time 50 minutes Religious Studies A PAPER 4: Area of Study 4 – Textual Studies Option 4A – Mark’s Gospel Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1) Candidate surname Other names Please check the examination details below before entering your candidate information 1RA0/4A Paper reference   P71245A ©2022 Pearson Education Ltd. Q:1/1/1/1 *P71245A0212* 2  Answer ALL questions. Write your answers in the spaces provided. Question 1: Who is Jesus? 1 (a) Outline three ways the baptism of Jesus is significant for Christians. 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(b) Explain two reasons why Jesus was arrested. 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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 Mark’s Gospel • refer to non-religious points of view • reach a justified conclusion. 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(Total for Question 1 = 27 marks) *P71245A0612* 6  Question 2: The Nature of Discipleship 2 (a) Outline three features of the account of the spirit cast out of the boy. 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(b) Explain two ways Peter’s denial is significant for Christians. 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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 Mark’s Gospel • reach a justified conclusion. 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