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Theme B: Religion and life

4 dot points across 4 inquiry questions. Click any dot point for a focused answer with worked past exam questions where available.

What do religions teach about animals and the environment?

Religious teachings on stewardship and dominion, the use of animals for food and experiments, and the duty to care for the environment and natural resources.
A focused answer on animals and the environment for AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062), covering stewardship, dominion, use of animals and care for the planet.
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What do religions teach about euthanasia and death?

Religious and ethical attitudes to euthanasia, the value of life, end-of-life care, and beliefs about death and life after death.
A focused answer on euthanasia and death for AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062), covering types of euthanasia, religious attitudes, the hospice movement and beliefs about death.
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How do religion and science explain the origins of the universe and life?

Religious and scientific accounts of the origins of the universe and of human life, and whether they can be reconciled, plus the duty of stewardship over creation.
A focused answer on origins for AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062), covering religious creation accounts, the Big Bang and evolution, and whether religion and science can agree.
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What do religions teach about the sanctity of life and abortion?

The sanctity and quality of life, when life begins, and religious and ethical attitudes to abortion in Christianity and Islam.
A focused answer on the sanctity of life and abortion for AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062), covering the sanctity of life, when life begins and attitudes to abortion.
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