0490.1.16.02 — I2.4 Prophet Muhammad (pbuh).: past paper questions
Real questions on 0490.1.16.02 — i2.4 prophet muhammad (pbuh).
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- 0490/12 · October/November 2024 · Q3a(ii)[4]
Briefly describe the persecution of the Prophet (pbuh) in Makkah. [4]
See it on the paper → - 0490/23 · October/November 2023 · Q5b[7]
Explain why Muslims see this life as a preparation for the life to come.
See it on the paper → - 0490/23 · October/November 2021 · Q4a[7]
Describe the first revelation of the Qur’an to Muhammad (pbuh).
See it on the paper → - 0490/23 · October/November 2021 · Q4b[7]
Explain why God provided for and protected Muhammad (pbuh) during his early life in Makkah.
See it on the paper → - 0490/23 · October/November 2021 · Q4c[6]
‘The people of Makkah did not understand the message of Muhammad (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 → - 0490/23 · October/November 2021 · Q5b[7]
Explain the benefits to Muslims of using the Qur’an as a guide for life.
See it on the paper → - 0490/23 · October/November 2021 · Q5c[6]
‘The daily life of Muslims is all about following their religion.’ 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 2020 · Q3a[3]
three things known about the early life of Muhammad (pbuh).
See it on the paper → - 0490/11 · October/November 2019 · Q3a(ii)[4]
Briefly describe two of the Five Pillars, not including Shahadah.
See it on the paper → - 0490/11 · 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.
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What examiners said
Many candidates made considerable use of the material that they had revised on beliefs about the afterlife, including judgement. They were able to explain that it is because of the importance of the belief in the life to come, and that this life is seen as a preparation for the afterlife. It’s not that this life is unimportant; rather this life is a test in order to determine one’s fate in the aft...
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 0490/23 Q5(b) (Cambridge)
Stronger responses were able to describe the account of the first revelation of the Qur’an, in the correct order with an appropriate level of detail. The detail should include specific references to words said and actions performed. Weaker responses knew some elements of the story and this gave only a glimmer of detail.
— Examiner report, October/November 2021, 0490/23 Q4(a) (Cambridge)
It is important to deal with both parts of this question for the higher marks. Stronger responses could explain that it is because Muhammad (pbuh) was chosen by God, that God blessed him and provided for him. Regarding protection, the strong explanations included the belief that God protected Muhammad (pbuh) as a reward for his determination and courage. Weaker responses tended to describe the fac...
— Examiner report, October/November 2021, 0490/23 Q4(b) (Cambridge)
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