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1
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Give 3 verses on why we should care for the environment and their meaning.

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Psalm 8:6 - God appointed us rulers of the earth.

Psalm 24:11 - The earth belongs to God

Leviticus 25:8 - We should let the land rest, so take care of it.

2
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What is stewardship?

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Accept responsibility and care for the earth. Also consider future issues.

3
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What does the RC church say about caring for the environment?

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Earth was given to us to look after. Emphasises consequences for our actions. We must consider the welfare of future generations.

4
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What does the church of Ireland say about caring for the environment?

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Human actions destroy natural resources. We must be willing to face change, prayer and action are needed. We have to be responsible for future generations.

5
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List 2 things most people would agree on about animal rights.

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It’s unnecessary for animals to suffer. Animals are good as pets.

6
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What legislation protects animals and what does an offender receive?

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The 2007 animal welfare act. Fee of £20k, 51 week jail sentence and lifetime ban on keeping pets.

7
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What charity protects animals?

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RSPCA

8
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List 2 arguments for animal right

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Animals should be treated in a way that is best for them.

It’s wrong to slaughter animals for food, clothing or experiments.

9
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List 3 arguments against animal rights?

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They were put on earth to serve human beings.

They don’t behave or think morally.

Animals don’t have souls.

10
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State one way people can give thanks to God for his creation and provision?

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Harvest service.

11
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List 3 thugs someone can do to help the environment.

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Use refills instead of buying new packaging every time.

Use solar panels for energy.
Use wind turbines for energy.

12
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State 3 ways people have damaged the earth (explain)

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Air pollution - factories release chemicals causing cancer and heart attacks.

E-waste - old electronic items dumped in landfill, contain poisonous lead.

Water pollution - less reusable water. Rubbish underground releases poisonous liquids and poisons water.