(CHRISTIAN APPROACHES TO SOCIAL AND ETHICAL ISSUES)

UACE C.R.E PAPER FOUR 2010
(CHRISTIAN APPROACHES TO SOCIAL AND ETHICAL ISSUES)

SECTION I
SEX, MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILY
1.(a)Examine the difference between the Christian and Traditional African attitudes to children in marriage.
(b)Discuss the Church’s role in dealing with the problem of orphans in Uganda

2.(a)“Concubinage is taking the place of poly gamy in Uganda.” Discuss.
(b) What are the Christian objections to concubinage?

3.(a)Examine the characteristics of marriage in Traditional African Society.
(b)How do these characteristics compare with the Christian concept of marriage?

4.“In May 2001, an Anglican Bishop was defrocked on suspicion that he was a supporter of Homosexuality.”

(a)As a Christian, comment on the Church’s decision concerning this Bishop
(b)How should the Christian community treat people who engage in such practices as Homosexuality?

SECTION II
WORK, LEISURE AND MONEY
5. Mr. Mali, a prosperous businessman believes that there is nothing in the world which is as good as wealth. He must make money at all costs. Using your Biblical knowledge, discuss this attitude.

6. To what extent is corruption in Uganda a result of neglect of professional ethics?

7. Discuss the merits of sports as a way of spending one’s leisure time.

8 (a)Explain the changes that have taken place in patterns of work.
(b)What Christian advice can he given to help create the right attitude to work?

SECTION III
LAW AND ORDER
9.(a)“The Law is an important tool in strengthening human relationships.” Discuss.
(b)To what extent should a Christian respect the law of his/her country?

10.“Criminal and suspected criminals have been beaten and stripped naked after being caught.”
(a)Examine the strengths and weakness of this kind of punishment.
(b)Should Christians support this kind of punishment? Give reason for your answer.

11(a) Discuss the abuse that may arise from the levying of taxes by the government.
(b)Is the evasion of taxes a sinful action? Justify your answer.

12.War as a method of setting disputes is not acceptable in Christianity. Discuss.
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