rsrevision.com/gcse

Sample Structure

1. What is meant by the word ‘abortion’?
2. What biblical and Church teachings might be used in a discussion about abortion? [AO1:40%]

2. Explain how Christians might put their beliefs about abortion into action. [AO2:35%]
3. Abortion is never justified’.

(a) (i) What is meant by the word ‘abortion’?

1. Identify key word in the title
2. Give a clear medical and dictionary definition of ‘abortion’
3. Head up a piece of paper ‘Bibliography’ in order to jot down the details of every source you use as you go along.  This will save a HUGE amount of time at the end.

Continue with answering the question …

4. Give a concise description of various methods of abortion
5. Explore the types of contraception that some consider to be methods of abortion – i.e. morning after pill and IUD
6. Give the legal definition of abortion and explore the legal history of abortion in the UK.  Explore the changes in abortion law 1904
7. Highlight the issue of when a baby becomes foetus/when does life begin?
8. Explore the various views that people have about abortion in light of your definitions.
9. Include some statistics regarding abortion in the UK.

Remember for (a) your answer is a PURELY DESCRIPTIVE answer – no need for discussion or debate; save that for later.

YOU MUST WORK INDEPENDENTLY – KEEP ALL PREPARATORY WORK – BACK UP WP WORK &/OR KEEP HARD COPY

SUBMIT ON WEDNESDAY 6TH JUNE 2007

(a) (ii) What biblical and Church teachings might be used in a discussion about abortion? [AO1:40%]

1. Identify key words in the title

2. Introductory paragraph to explain why the Bible is used by Christians and the importance of Church teachings / statements

3. Go through ALL of the sheets I have given you PLUS any of the textbooks I’ve recommended PLUS any books in the library PLUS a review of websites  and links on ARNEWEB page / this site if using the computer.  Your own ‘Googling’ on the ‘net’ and identify possible quotes to use on abortion. 

Remember at this stage you are only being descriptive so it is fine to include quotes that are against abortion and those that may support it.

4. Prioritise them according to which ones you think are most likely to be used in a discussion on abortion.  Consider your organisation of quotes/statements e.g. Old Testament then New Testament Quotes and/or quotes that are ‘anti’ abortion first then those that are ‘pro-choice’. 
5. Select a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 12 of them in your answer.  I suggest that at least 5 of them are biblical
6. For each one, write quote/statement out in full, with an accurate reference
7. What does it mean?  STATE what is means as simply, concisely and accurately as you can.  Does the quote support a pro or anti position on abortion?
8. Make sure that you have included a RANGE of different viewpoints/explanations of the teachings of the Church.  As a minimum include the ‘Roman Catholic Church’ and the ‘Church of England’.  Others may include the Methodist Church, the Baptist Church and the United Reformed Church.

Remember for (a) your answer is a PURELY DESCRIPTIVE answer – no need for discussion or debate; save that for later.

SUBMIT ON MONDAY 18TH JUNE 2007

(b)  Explain how Christians might put their beliefs about abortion into action. [AO2:35%]

This question tests your ability to describe, analyse and explain the relevance and application of a Christian faith on abortion.  (see the detailed breakdown on the levels in this section AO2 – a paper copy)

1. Identify key words in the title

2. Introductory paragraph to explain key words

This question is open to a variety of different styles of presentation.  It would make sense to ‘brainstorm’ the areas of exploration before gathering research. 

A sample structure may include:

3. An exploration of various actions that Christians might take as individuals and in groups to oppose or support abortion.  Support your discussion with reference to biblical / Christian teaching stated in a (i) where/if appropriate.

4. Discuss various Christian organisations who address the abortion issue.  Remember to include their beliefs and practical response(s) to the issue.

5. Discuss actions that different denominations of the Christian Church have taken on the abortion issue.

6. Include relevant quotations that express prominent Christian’s view on abortion.

REMINDERS;

CHECK – HAVE YOU UPDATED YOUR BIBLIOGRAPHY RECENTLY?

YOU MUST WORK INDEPENDENTLY – KEEP ALL PREPARATORY WORK – BACK UP WP WORK &/OR KEEP HARD COPY

SUBMIT ON WEDNESDAY 27TH JUNE 2007

(c)‘Abortion is never justified’.