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Christian Response To Contemporary Issues Question Paper

Christian Response To Contemporary Issues

Course:Bachelor Of Education In Religious Studies

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2007

KENYATT A UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2007/2008
FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
ARTS AND BACHELOR OF EDUCATON
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DATE: Monday 26th November, 2007
TIME: 8.00 a.m. - 10.00a.m.
INSTRUCTIONS
Answer any THREE questions in all. At least one from each Section.
§ECTIONI
1.
Using biblical examples on human sexuality, discuss the causes and effects of any TWO of the following on the marriage institution:
(i)
Homosexuality
(ii)
Pre-marital sex
(iii)
Extra-marital sex.
2.
(a)
Discuss the significance of polygamy in the African traditional society.
(b)
Why is the above practice a moral issue for Christians today?
3.
"Africa is a continent in crisis". Identify the forms of crises and explain why the church ought to show concern.
SECTION II
4.
What is the biblical/theological basis for Christian involvement in political issues? Use illustrative examples to support your views.
5.
Discuss the theological justification for the Christian involvement in environmental issues.
6.
"HIV and AIDs is a gender issue". Comment on this statement making references to the infection patterns and impact of HIV and AIDs on women and men in African society.