0490.1.23.13 — (a) The source of the kashrut laws in the Torah (b) The application of kashrut laws to food; rules for a Jewish kitchen, separation of meat : past paper questions
Real questions on 0490.1.23.13 — (a) the source of the kashrut laws in the torah (b) the application of kashrut laws to food; rules for a jewish kitchen, separation of meat
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- 0490/22 · October/November 2025 · Q8a(i)[2]
Give two treyfah food items.
See it on the paper → - 0490/23 · October/November 2025 · Q8a(ii)[4]
Outline kashrut laws for a Jewish kitchen.
See it on the paper → - 0490/23 · October/November 2024 · Q8c[6]
‘Keeping kashrut (kosher) is not difficult for Jews.’ Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Judaism in your answer.
See it on the paper → - 0490/23 · October/November 2023 · Q9a[7]
Describe how the laws of kashrut (kosher) and treyfah (forbidden) apply to food and its preparation.
See it on the paper → - 0490/22 · October/November 2022 · Q9a[7]
Describe the kashrut (kosher) food laws which Jews follow.
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What examiners said
Many responses were very comprehensive in terms of food items that are allowed and are not allowed. Some responses omitted reference to ‘and its preparation’. Reference to ritual slaughter, the draining of blood, separate sets of cutlery and sinks were all significant features worthy of credit. Stronger responses were able to put the laws in context and illustrate where they are found in the Torah...
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 0490/23 Q9(a) (Cambridge)
There were many responses which showed excellent knowledge of the Jewish food laws. This could include several aspects. The majority of responses were aware of certain food types which are either allowed or forbidden. Some knew the laws surrounding certification. Others knew the method of slaughter adopted in order to render food as being kosher. There could be wider awareness of the source of the...
— Examiner report, October/November 2022, 0490/22 Q9(a) (Cambridge)
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