Question 1: Define what is meant by the term 'moral good' in your own words.

Answer: Moral good refers to actions or behaviors that are considered right, virtuous, and in accordance with moral principles or religious teachings.

Question 2: Describe a story from a religion you have studied that illustrates the struggle between good and evil.

Answer: Students should describe a story such as the story of Adam and Eve, the story of good versus evil in the Bhagavad Gita, or the story of Saint George and the Dragon, highlighting the themes of good overcoming evil.

Question 3: Explain why some people believe that evil exists as a test from God.

Answer: Some believe evil exists as a test from God to develop human virtues like patience, faith, and resilience, or to allow individuals to choose good over evil.

Question 4: Identify and explain two ways that religious teachings encourage people to resist evil.

Answer: Religious teachings often encourage prayer and moral commandments, such as the Ten Commandments, to resist evil by promoting goodness and divine guidance.

Question 5: Consider the idea that evil can be a result of human free will. Do you agree or disagree? Justify your answer.

Answer: Students should express their opinion, providing reasons such as how free will allows humans to choose between good and evil, and how this aligns with religious beliefs about human responsibility.

Question 6: Draw a symbol or image that represents the conflict between good and evil in a religious context. Label your drawing.

Answer: A correct sketch might include symbols such as a light and dark side, a sword and shield, or a radiant figure versus a sinister one, with labels explaining their significance.

Question 7: Describe how a religious leader or figure you have studied has promoted good or fought against evil.

Answer: Students might describe figures such as Martin Luther King Jr., Mother Teresa, or a religious prophet, explaining their actions against evil and promotion of good.

Question 8: In your opinion, can evil ever be completely eradicated from the world? Explain your reasoning.

Answer: Answers should include personal opinions, possibly discussing the nature of evil, human free will, and the possibility of moral progress or ongoing struggle.

Question 9: Explain what some religions believe happens to souls after death if they have committed evil actions.

Answer: Many religions believe that souls may be punished, such as going to hell, or undergo purification, depending on the faith’s teachings about justice and the afterlife.

Question 10: Describe a religious practice or ritual that aims to help individuals overcome evil or seek forgiveness.

Answer: Examples include confession in Christianity, the practice of prayer, or rituals of purification, which help individuals repent and seek moral improvement.