Senior Secondary (HKDSE) · Ethics and Religious Studies

Will of God - Teachings for His disciples and parables: Practice Questions

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Question 1

1 mark

During the Last Supper (Mark 14:22-25), Jesus shared bread and wine with His disciples primarily to help them:

Question 2

1 mark

In the teaching on detachment and rewards (Mark 10:28-30), Jesus promises that those who give up worldly things for His sake will receive:

Question 3

1 mark

Jesus' teaching "Whoever wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all" (Mark 9:35) and the call to "take up one's cross and follow me" (Mark 8:34) together emphasize what central aspect of discipleship?

Question 4

1 mark

In Mark 16:15-20, what specific mission did Jesus give to His disciples before His Ascension?

Question 5

1 mark

Based on Mark 10:42-45, how did Jesus present Himself as a role model for His disciples in terms of lifestyle?

Question 6

4 marks

In \(Mk. 10:42-45\), Jesus contrasts the leadership style of the "rulers of the Gentiles" with that of his disciples. What specific model of leadership does he command his followers to adopt instead?

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Question 7

6 marks

Evaluate the relationship between detachment and the "hundredfold" reward promised by Jesus in \(Mk. 10:28-31\). How do these rewards balance the immediate costs of leaving home and family for the sake of the Gospel?

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Question 8

4 marks

Following the encounter with the rich young ruler (\(Mk. 10:17-27\)), Jesus remarks that it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the Kingdom. What does this metaphor emphasize regarding the obstacles to discipleship?

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Question 9

3 marks

When Jesus' disciples argued about who was the greatest, Jesus took a little child and had him stand among them (\(Mk. 9:33-37\)).

(a) According to Jesus' teaching, what is the prerequisite for being 'first' in the Kingdom of God?
(b) Explain how the act of 'welcoming a little child' serves as a model for the Will of God regarding discipleship.

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Question 10

7 marks

The Will of God for disciples involves both a specific mission and certain promises (\(Mk. 6:7-13\), \(Mk. 9:38-41\)).

(a) When Jesus sent out the Twelve, he commanded them to take nothing for the journey except a staff. What does this instruction reveal about the 'lifestyle' and 'detachment' required of a disciple?
(b) In \(Mk. 9:40\), Jesus states, 'For whoever is not against us is for us.' How does this teaching balance the exclusive cost of discipleship with the inclusive nature of the Kingdom's work?
(c) Explain the promise regarding 'rewards' mentioned in \(Mk. 9:41\) for those who support the disciples.

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