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9.4. Religion as a Cause of War and Violence GCSE Religious Studies AQA
9.4. Religion as a Cause of War and Violence GCSE Religious Studies AQA
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GCSE Religious Studies 9.4 Religion as a cause of war and violence
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1
In Islam, a Holy War should always be the last resort after trying peaceful negotiations.
True
False
2
In the 20th century, Japanese Buddhist monks supported aggression against China and Korea.
False
True
3
What is the main purpose of the teaching 'eye for eye, tooth for tooth' in the Old Testament?
To encourage forgiveness and reconciliation
To justify violence as an acceptable response to being violently treated
To promote collective punishment
To advocate for proportionate punishment
4
Muslims who lose their lives in a holy war while defending Islam are promised a place in paradise.
False
True
5
In Christianity, a Holy War needs approval from a powerful religious leader.
True
False
6
'Eye for eye' in the Old Testament was meant to promote violence as an acceptable response to being violently treated.
True
False
7
Which of the following teachings of Jesus emphasises non-violence and the rejection of retaliation?
'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.'
'An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind.'
'Do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek...'
'Put your sword back in its place...draw the sword will die by the sword.'
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What do the majority of Muslims think of the association of holy war with acts of violence, including terrorism?
They support it as a means of spreading their faith
They are indifferent to it
They strongly oppose it
They are uncertain about it
9
Which criteria of the Eightfold Path promotes non-violence?
Right speech
Right action
Right concentration
Right mindfulness
10
Muslims believe they must engage in a holy war unless their family's survival relies on them staying behind.
True
False
11
Christians today commonly engage in holy wars, inspired by the violent narratives in the Old Testament and the Crusades.
True
False
12
In Islam, what is the concept of holy war, or lesser jihad?
Gaining power
Conquering other countries
Defending Islam and the rights of Muslims
Forcing people to convert to Islam
13
Why does the concept of holy war not align with Buddhism?
It advocates for violence as a means of spreading or protecting the faith
It fundamentally promotes non-violence and ethical living.
It views war as a necessary evil for maintaining social order
It encourages aggression and conflict resolution through violence
14
Holy war is not compatible with Buddhism.
False
True
15
Which of the following statements best summarises the concept of a holy war?
A conflict fought between religious believers for a religious cause
A religiously sanctioned battle by individuals to defend their faith
A violent conflict waged in the name of a deity
A holy war is a historical relic
