The document discusses how television and films can influence a person's beliefs about God. It provides examples of different types of media content that may positively or negatively portray religion and religious believers. Students are prompted to consider how specific films or TV programs might affect belief in God by analyzing how religion is depicted and whether it is presented realistically. The document also provides sample exam questions that require students to discuss whether religious TV or radio programs encourage belief in God and consider different perspectives on this issue.

5. Examples – TV Soaps – EastEnders, Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, etc. Documentaries – Tsunami – where was God?, Life in Cold Blood Dramas – Holby City, The Bill Cartoons – The Simpsons Religious programmes – The Heaven and Earth Show, Songs of Praise Comedies – Father Ted, The Vicar of Dibley

6. Examples – radio Soaps – The Archers Documentaries Plays Magazine-type programmes Religious porgrammes – ‘Thought for the day’

8. Exam questions An example of a question you might be asked is: ‘ Religious programmes on television or the radio encourage you to believe in God.’ In your answer you should refer to at least one religion. (i) Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion. (3 marks) (ii) Give reasons why some people may disagree with you. (3 marks)