The document outlines different levels of understanding and knowledge of religious beliefs, traditions, and their impacts on individuals and societies. It provides grading criteria for levels of demonstration of knowledge, use of specialist vocabulary, ability to explain religious concepts, and evaluate different perspectives on religious issues. The highest level, earning an A grade, demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and use of vocabulary, explains differences in beliefs and responses, and makes well-reasoned judgements by weighing different opinions and evidence.

1. I can demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of beliefs, values and traditions studied and their impact on followers and others. I can do this through limited use of specialist vocabulary and knowledge, sometimes correctly but not always systematically. I can make simple connections between religion and people’s lives. I support and evaluate responses to issues studies by giving a reason in support of an opinion. Grade F

2. I can demonstrate, generally with accuracy , a knowledge and understanding of beliefs, values and traditions, and their impact on individuals, societies and cultures. I can do this by using correct specialist vocabulary when questions specifically demand it. I can describe accurately and explain the key elements of the religion studied. I can identify, interpret and evaluate different responses to issues studied by presenting relevant evidence to support arguments , incorporating reference to different points of view and using arguments to make reasoned judgements. Grade C

3. I can demonstrate detailed and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of beliefs, values and traditions and their impact on the lives of individuals, societies and cultures. I do this by consistently using and interpreting a range of specialist vocabulary . I draw out and explain the meaning and religious significance of the key elements of the religion studied. I can explain , where appropriate, how differences in belief lead to differences of religious response . I can support, interpret and evaluate a variety of responses , recognising the complexity of issues, weighing up opinions and making reasoned judgements supported by a range of evidence and well-developed arguments. Grade A

4. Mark scheme: (a) For a partially correct answer - 1 mark For a correct answer - 2 marks

5. Mark scheme: (b) Level 1 - For an isolated example of relevant knowledge (2 marks) Level 2 - For basic relevant knowledge presented within a limited structure (4 marks) Level 3 - For an organised outline /description, deploying relevant knowledge, with some specialist vocabulary (6 marks)

6. Mark scheme: (c) Level 1 - For a simple, appropriate and relevant idea (2 marks) Level 2 - For a basic explanation showing an understanding of a relevant idea (4 marks) Level 3 - For a developed explanation showing an understanding of the main idea(s) using some specialist vocabulary (6 marks) Level 4 - For a comprehensive explanation showing a coherent understanding of the main idea(s) and using specialist vocabulary appropriately (8 marks)

7. Mark scheme: (d) Level 1 - For an opinion supported by one relevant reason (1 mark) Level 2 - For a basic ‘for and against’ or a reasoned opinion supported by religious / moral evidence or examples (2 marks) Level 3 - For a reasoned evaluation, using religious / moral argument, evidence or examples, referring to another point of view (3 marks) Level 4 - For a coherent and reasoned evaluation, based on religious / moral argument, evidence or examples, giving a balanced account of an alternative point(s) of view to reach a personal conclusion (4 marks)

8. Section 5: Mark scheme: (a) Level 1 - For an isolated example of relevant knowledge (1 mark) Level 2 - For basic relevant knowledge presented in sentences (2 marks) Level 3 - For a clear and structured outline / description using some specialist vocabulary (3 marks) Level 4 - For a coherent and comprehensive description, using specialist terms appropriately and with precision (4 marks)

9. Section 5: Mark scheme: (b) Level 1 - For a simple, appropriate and relevant idea (2 mark) Level 2 - For a basic explanation showing understanding of a relevant idea presented in sentences (4 marks) Level 3 - For a clear and structured explanation showing an understanding of the main idea(s) and deploying a limited range of specialist vocabulary (6 marks) Level 4 - For a coherent and comprehensive explanation showing a full understanding of the main idea(s) using specialist terms appropriately and with precision (8 marks)

10. Section 5: Mark scheme: (c) Level 1 - For an opinion supported by one relevant reason (2 mark) Level 2 - For a basic ‘for and against’ or a reasoned opinion supported by religious / moral evidence or examples, presented in sentences (4 marks) Level 3 - For a structured and reasoned evaluation, using religious / moral argument, evidence or examples, referring to another point of view, using specialist vocabulary (6 marks) Level 4 - For a coherent and reasoned evaluation, based on religious . moral argument, evidence or examples, giving an account of an alternative point of view to reach a personal conclusion using specialist terms appropriately and with precision (8 marks)

11. Quality of Written Communication Relevant information presented in a form that suits its purpose. (1 mark) Text is legible, spelling, punctuation and grammar are accurate, so that meaning is clear. (1 mark) A suitable structure and style of writing has been used. (1 mark)