0490.1.16.01 — (a) Shahadah (declaration of faith) (b) Salah (prayer five times a day) (c) Sawm (fasting during the month of Ramadan) (d) Zakah (obligatory: past paper questions
Real questions on 0490.1.16.01 — (a) shahadah (declaration of faith) (b) salah (prayer five times a day) (c) sawm (fasting during the month of ramadan) (d) zakah (obligatory
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- 0490/01 · Specimen 2025 · Q4c[8]
Evaluate different views on whether going on Hajj is more significant than the other pillars of Islam. You must refer to Islam in your answer. Your response should consider different points of view when you evaluate the question. [Total: 20]
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2025 · Q5a(i)[2]
Name two of the Five Pillars of Islam.
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2025 · Q5c[8]
Evaluate different views on the importance of the Shahadah in Muslim life. You must refer to Islam in your answer. Your response should consider different points of view when you evaluate the question.
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2024 · Q3c[6]
‘Understanding akhirah (life after death) helps Muslims in their lives.’ Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Islam in your answer.
See it on the paper → - 0490/12 · October/November 2023 · Q3a[3]
What is the difference between lesser and greater Jihad?
See it on the paper → - 0490/12 · October/November 2023 · Q3c[7]
Explain the importance of performing salah daily for Muslims.
See it on the paper → - 0490/12 · October/November 2023 · Q3d[6]
‘There is no real difference between salah and du’a (private devotion).’ Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Islam in your answer.
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2023 · Q3c[6]
‘Ordinary people can easily follow the example of the Prophet (pbuh).’ Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Islam in your answer.
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2023 · Q4a(i)[3]
Give three things Muslims should avoid during sawm.
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2023 · Q4c[6]
‘The persecution of the early Muslims in Makkah is still relevant today.’ Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Islam in your answer. Section C – Judaism If you have chosen this section, answer all the questions.
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2022 · Q3b[7]
Explain the importance of performing salah daily for a Muslim.
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2020 · Q4c[6]
‘It is important to pray five times each day to build a strong faith.’ Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Islam in your answer. Section C – Judaism If you have chosen this section answer all the questions.
See it on the paper → - 0490/11 · October/November 2019 · Q3a(i)[3]
State three occasions when the Shahadah is said.
See it on the paper → - 0490/11 · October/November 2019 · Q3b[7]
Explain the importance of Shahadah to Muslims.
See it on the paper → - 0490/12 · October/November 2019 · Q4c[6]
‘Reciting the Qur’an strengthens faith.’ Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Islam in your answer.
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2019 · Q3a(i)[3]
State three occasions when the Shahadah is said.
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2019 · Q3a(ii)[4]
Briefly describe two of the Five Pillars, not including Shahadah.
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2019 · Q3b[7]
Explain the importance of Shahadah to Muslims.
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2019 · Q3c[6]
‘The rituals associated with the Five Pillars strengthen faith.’ Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Islam in your answer.
See it on the paper → - 0490/13 · October/November 2019 · Q4c[6]
‘It is harder to pass the test of life if you are wealthy and therefore do not face much hardship.’ Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Islam in your answer. Section C – Judaism If you have chosen this section answer all the question...
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What examiners said
The distinction between compulsory salah prayer and the choice to perform du’a was identified by most candidates. Responses identified the various rules for performing salah and contrasted it with the potential for greater flexibility in how du’a is performed. Most responses also included an alternative view in the form of pointing out that both are prayers, and therefore communication with God. S...
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 0490/12 Q3(c) (Cambridge)
Most candidates were able to offer distinct perspectives on this question, usually arguing that the Prophet (pbuh) was a human being, and so his example must be attainable to ordinary people, contrasted with the idea that he was especially close to God. Others argued that the challenges he faced are not necessarily wholly applicable to contemporary Muslims who are practicing an established religio...
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 0490/13 Q3(c) (Cambridge)
Most responses gained all available marks for this question. Food, drink and sexual activity were the most common responses.
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 0490/13 Q4(a)(i) (Cambridge)
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