RS: Year 9 Term 2: Evolution

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Who proposed the theory of evolution? (1)
Charles Darwin
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In what year was On The Origin Of Species published? (1)
1859
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Do Christians agree with evolution? (3)
Sometimes; it can contradict Genesis (usually Catholics) but some (usually Liberals) believe God could guide evolution
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Do Muslims agree with evolution? (3)
Usually no; the Qur'an is interpreted literally and this goes against it. However, some believe that since it is not covered in detail, evolution could exist.
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Do Jews agree with evolution? (3)
Depends on the denomination; Orthodox Jews interpret the Torah literally and don't agree but many Reform Jews have a tradition of science/religion
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Do Hindus agree with evolution? (3)
Usually yes; Brahma/Vishnu could direct it but some think Brahman wouldn't leave it to chance
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Do Buddhists agree with evolution? (3)
Usually yes; there is no contradiction of it in the Tripitaka but some thin it goes against their mythological beliefs
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Do Sikhs agree with evolution? (3)
Usually yes; Weheguru could direct it but they only believe if this is possible otherwise no.
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Who is an evolutionist/Darwinist? (1)
Someone who believes in Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection
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Who is a creationist? (1)
Someone who believes in some form of divine creation of the world
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Name 3 pieces of evidence for evolution. (3)
Fossils, Animal observations, Rock strata
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