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Knowledge sheet with questions AQA

Knowledge sheet with questions AQA 9-1

Lesson Title: Aims of Punishment – Religious and Ethical Perspectives (Religious Studies/PSHE) This detailed and thought-provoking KS4 lesson explores the key aims of punishment—deterrence, reformation, and retribution—with reference to both Christian and Islamic beliefs. Students examine case studies, religious teachings, and scriptural quotes to evaluate the purposes and effects of punishment on individuals and society. Lesson Aims: Define and understand the three main aims of punishment Explore how deterrence, reform, and retribution work in practice Analyse Christian and Muslim views using scripture and examples Interpret the Parable of the Lost Son as a model for reform Compare attitudes from the Old and New Testament Reflect on the ethical fairness and effectiveness of different punishments Develop exam technique for 5- and 12-mark questions Ideal for GCSE Religious Studies or PSHE ethics modules. Includes retrieval activities, discussion tasks, and critical thinking questions.

AQA 9-1 general revelation lesson, includes activities throughout and AforL exam questions with mark scheme

Lesson Title: Christian Persecution – Faith Under Pressure (Religious Studies) This powerful KS4 Religious Studies lesson explores how Christians respond to persecution around the world and how such suffering can deepen faith. Through case studies (e.g. Pastor Baber George), charity work (e.g. Barnabas Fund, CSW), and scriptural reflection, students evaluate both practical and spiritual responses to persecution and link them to Christian beliefs about Jesus’ suffering. Lesson Aims: Understand what Christian persecution is and where it occurs today Explore Christian teachings on suffering and perseverance Evaluate how individuals and churches respond to persecution (e.g. prayer, support, activism) Analyse the role of organisations such as Christian Solidarity Worldwide and the Barnabas Fund Reflect on whether persecution strengthens or tests faith Draw connections between modern persecution and the suffering of Jesus Develop exam technique with structured 4-, 5-, and 12-mark questions Ideal for GCSE Religious Studies (Christian Practices and Beliefs). Includes scripture references, group carousel activities, and a reflective video resource.

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Special and general revelation knowledge sheet with questions.

Knowledge resource with questions - Peace and Complete Thematic studies

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KS3 lesson focusing on prayer in Islam. Complete lesson.

KS3 lesson looking at the key events in Muhammad’s life. Complete lesson.

KS3 lesson looking at angels in Islam and their different roles. Complete lesson.

KS3 lesson looking at the problem of evil in Christianity as part of the existence of God unit looking at arguments for and against. Complete lesson.

KS3 lesson looking at the living conditions in the Jewish ghettos. Complete lesson.

KS3 lesson looking at the Jewish holocaust. This lesson includes personal stories, video clips and links to today’s anti semitism.

Lesson Title: Buddhism: Life After Death – Samsara, Enlightenment and Nirvana (GCSE Religious Studies) Description: This comprehensive and thought-provoking KS3 or GCSE RE lesson explores Buddhist beliefs about life after death. Students examine key concepts such as samsara, karma, enlightenment and nirvana through engaging retrieval tasks, video reflection, and creative activities like storyboarding the life of Siddhartha Gautama. Lesson Aims: Understand the life of the Buddha and the significance of his enlightenment Define samsara, karma and nirvana in the context of Buddhist belief Explore how the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path guide Buddhists toward enlightenment Examine how desire and attachment cause suffering Reflect on the quote “The root of suffering is attachment and desire” Compare Buddhist beliefs about the afterlife with those from Hinduism, Christianity and Islam Analyse why Buddhists aim to escape the cycle of rebirth and reach Nirvana Evaluate the challenges of following the Eightfold Path in modern life Practise skills through quizzes, ranking tasks, quote analysis and discussion Perfect for lessons on life after death, Buddhist beliefs, or interfaith comparisons. Suitable for GCSE Religious Studies (AQA, Edexcel, OCR) and KS3 RE programmes.