WAEC Christian Religious Studies Answers 2026
WAEC Christian Religious Studies OBJ Answers 2026
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SECTION A
Number 1
(1a)
The Hebrews, who were the descendants of Jacob, came to Egypt during the time of Joseph. Joseph had become a powerful ruler in Egypt and helped the country survive a severe famine. Because of Joseph’s influence, his family was welcomed and settled in the fertile land of Goshen. Over time, the Hebrews multiplied greatly and became a large and prosperous people.
After the death of Joseph and his generation, a new Pharaoh arose in Egypt who did not know Joseph or remember the good he had done for the nation. When Pharaoh noticed the rapid increase in the population of the Hebrews, he became afraid. He feared that they might become more numerous and powerful than the Egyptians. He also thought that if war should occur, the Hebrews might join Egypt’s enemies and fight against the nation.
To prevent this, Pharaoh decided to oppress the Hebrews. He appointed taskmasters over them and subjected them to hard labour. The Hebrews were forced to build the store cities of Pithom and Rameses for Pharaoh. They worked under very harsh conditions, making bricks and carrying out other difficult construction tasks. Their lives became bitter because of the heavy burdens placed upon them. However, the more they were oppressed, the more they multiplied and spread throughout the land.
Pharaoh’s fear increased when he realized that forced labour had failed to reduce their population. He therefore ordered the Hebrew midwives, Shiphrah and Puah, to kill every male Hebrew child at birth while allowing the female children to live. The midwives, however, feared God and refused to obey the king’s command. They preserved the lives of the Hebrew boys and explained to Pharaoh that the Hebrew women gave birth before they arrived.
When this plan failed, Pharaoh issued a more severe decree. He commanded all the Egyptians to throw every newly born Hebrew boy into the River Nile while allowing the girls to live. This cruel order brought fear, sorrow, and suffering upon the Hebrew people. Parents lived in constant anxiety as they tried to protect their sons from being killed.
It was during this period of slavery, oppression, and persecution that Moses was born. The Hebrews cried unto God because of their suffering, and God heard their prayers. He prepared Moses to become the leader who would eventually deliver the Israelites from bondage in Egypt.
(1b)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Obedience to the laws of the land.
(ii) Respect for constituted authority.
(iii) Promotion of justice and fairness.
(iv) Tolerance of one another’s views and beliefs.
(v) Peaceful settlement of disputes through dialogue.
(vi) Respect for human rights and dignity.
Number 2
(2a)
Naaman was the commander of the army of Syria. He was a great and respected man, but he suffered from leprosy. Through the advice of a little Israelite maid who served his wife, Naaman came to Israel to seek healing from the prophet Elisha.
When Naaman arrived at Elisha’s house with his horses, chariots, silver, gold, and expensive clothes, Elisha did not come out to meet him. Instead, he sent a messenger to tell Naaman to go and wash himself seven times in the River Jordan. At first, Naaman was angry because he expected the prophet to come out, call on the name of God, and wave his hand over the place of the disease. He also felt that the rivers of Damascus were better than the waters of Israel.
However, Naaman’s servants advised him to obey the simple instruction of the prophet. Naaman later went down to the River Jordan and dipped himself seven times as Elisha had commanded. After doing this, his flesh was restored and became clean like that of a little child.
Naaman returned to Elisha and confessed that there was no God in all the earth except the God of Israel. Out of gratitude, he offered gifts to Elisha, but Elisha refused to accept anything from him. Even when Naaman urged him strongly, Elisha still refused because he wanted Naaman to know that the healing came freely from God and not for payment.
Gehazi, the servant of Elisha, was not happy that his master rejected the gifts. He became greedy and said to himself that his master had allowed Naaman to go without collecting anything from him. Gehazi decided to run after Naaman secretly and collect something for himself.
When Naaman saw Gehazi running after him, he came down from his chariot and asked if all was well. Gehazi lied to him by saying that Elisha had sent him. He claimed that two young men from the sons of the prophets had just arrived from the hill country of Ephraim, and that Elisha needed one talent of silver and two changes of clothes for them.
Naaman gladly gave him more than he requested. He gave him two talents of silver and two changes of clothes. Naaman also ordered two of his servants to carry the gifts for Gehazi. When they got near Elisha’s house, Gehazi collected the items from the servants, sent them away, and hid the gifts in the house.
After hiding the gifts, Gehazi went and stood before Elisha as if nothing had happened. Elisha asked him where he had gone, but Gehazi lied again and said that he had not gone anywhere.
Elisha then told Gehazi that his spirit went with him when Naaman turned back from his chariot to meet him. Elisha questioned whether it was the right time to receive money, clothes, olive yards, vineyards, sheep, oxen, male servants, and female servants. Because of Gehazi’s greed, lies, and deceit, Elisha pronounced judgment on him.
Elisha said that the leprosy of Naaman would cling to Gehazi and his descendants forever. Immediately, Gehazi went out from Elisha’s presence leprous, as white as snow. This was what led to his dismissal from the service of Elisha, because he could no longer continue as the prophet’s servant after being punished with leprosy.
2b)
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) Greed can destroy a person’s future and reputation.
(ii) Lying and deceit always bring shame and punishment.
(iii) Servants and leaders should be faithful and honest in their duties.
(iv) God sees every secret action, even when people try to hide it.
(v) Spiritual gifts and God’s blessings should not be used for selfish gain.
Number 3
(3a)
After many years in exile in Babylon, the Jews were allowed to return to Jerusalem when King Cyrus of Persia gave an order that the temple of God should be rebuilt. Cyrus also returned the vessels of the house of God which Nebuchadnezzar had taken from Jerusalem. The Jews returned under the leadership of Zerubbabel and Joshua the priest, and they began the work of rebuilding the temple.
When they arrived in Jerusalem, they first rebuilt the altar of God. They offered burnt offerings on it according to the law of Moses. This showed that they put God first before starting the main work of rebuilding the temple. After this, they laid the foundation of the temple. The priests, Levites, and the people rejoiced greatly because the house of God was being restored. However, some of the old men who had seen the first temple wept because the new foundation did not look as glorious as the former temple built by Solomon.
The work did not go smoothly because the Jews faced strong opposition from their enemies. The people of the land came to Zerubbabel and the leaders of the Jews and asked to join them in building the temple. They claimed that they also worshipped the God of Israel. Zerubbabel and the other leaders refused their offer because they knew that the temple was to be built by the Jews according to the command of Cyrus.
When their offer was rejected, the enemies became angry and began to trouble the Jews. They discouraged the people, weakened their hands, and made them afraid to continue the work. They also hired counsellors against them in order to frustrate their plan. Because of this opposition, the work of rebuilding the temple was delayed for some time.
During the reign of another king, the enemies wrote letters of accusation against the Jews. They accused them of rebuilding a rebellious city and warned that if Jerusalem was restored, the Jews might refuse to pay taxes and might rebel against the king. As a result of these false accusations, an order was given for the work to stop. The enemies then used force to stop the rebuilding of the temple.
Although the work stopped for a period of time, God did not abandon His people. He sent the prophets Haggai and Zechariah to encourage the Jews. These prophets reminded them that the work of God’s house must continue. Through their messages, the people gained courage again and resumed the rebuilding of the temple.
When the Jews started building again, Tattenai, the governor beyond the river, and his companions questioned them. They asked who gave them permission to rebuild the temple. The Jews explained that King Cyrus had given them the authority to rebuild it. Tattenai then wrote to King Darius to confirm whether Cyrus had truly given such a command.
King Darius ordered a search to be made in the royal records, and the decree of Cyrus was found. It was confirmed that Cyrus had truly permitted the Jews to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem. After this, Darius commanded Tattenai and the other officials not to disturb the work. He also ordered that money from the royal treasury should be used to support the building project.
With this support, the Jews continued the work with greater confidence. The prophets Haggai and Zechariah continued to encourage them, and the people worked together with determination. At last, the temple was completed during the reign of King Darius. The Jews dedicated the temple with joy, offered sacrifices to God, and celebrated the Passover.
In this way, the Jews overcame their challenges through faith in God, obedience to the king’s decree, encouragement from God’s prophets, unity among themselves, and the favour of God through King Darius.
(3b)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Patriotism promotes unity and love among citizens.
(ii) It encourages citizens to obey the laws of the country.
(iii) It makes people ready to defend and protect their nation.
(iv) It helps citizens to work for the progress and development of the country.
(v) It reduces selfishness, corruption, and acts that can harm the nation.
(vi) It encourages people to respect national symbols, leaders, and institutions.
Number 4
(4a)
Daniel was one of the Jews who were taken into captivity in Babylon. He was a faithful servant of God and also a wise administrator in the kingdom. During the reign of King Darius, Daniel became one of the three presidents appointed over the one hundred and twenty satraps who governed the kingdom. Daniel distinguished himself because an excellent spirit was found in him. As a result, the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom.
This made the other presidents and satraps jealous of Daniel. They began to look for a fault in him concerning his work in the kingdom, but they could not find any corruption or negligence in him. Daniel was faithful, honest, and trustworthy in all his duties. Since they could not accuse him in matters of administration, they decided to use his faith in God against him.
They came together and advised King Darius to make a law that for thirty days, nobody should pray to any god or man except the king. Anyone who disobeyed the decree would be thrown into the den of lions. They also made sure that the law was written according to the law of the Medes and Persians, which could not be changed once signed by the king. The king, not knowing their evil plan against Daniel, signed the decree.
When Daniel heard that the decree had been signed, he did not stop praying to God. He went to his house, opened his windows toward Jerusalem, knelt down, and prayed three times a day as he had always done. He continued to give thanks to God, showing that he feared God more than the command of men.
The enemies of Daniel found him praying and making supplication before God. They quickly went to the king and reminded him of the decree he had signed. They told the king that Daniel, one of the captives from Judah, did not obey the law but continued to pray three times daily.
When King Darius heard this, he was greatly troubled because he loved Daniel and did not want him to die. He tried to find a way to save Daniel, but the enemies reminded him that no law signed by the king could be changed. Since the law could not be reversed, the king commanded that Daniel should be thrown into the den of lions.
Before Daniel was thrown into the den, the king said to him that the God whom he served continually would deliver him. Daniel was then cast into the den of lions, and a stone was placed over the mouth of the den. The king sealed it with his own signet and with the signet of his nobles so that nothing would be changed concerning Daniel.
That night, the king could not sleep. He refused food and entertainment because he was worried about Daniel. Very early the next morning, the king went in haste to the den of lions. He cried with a sorrowful voice and asked Daniel whether his God, whom he served continually, was able to deliver him from the lions.
Daniel answered from the den and told the king that God had sent His angel to shut the mouths of the lions, so they did not hurt him. He said he was found innocent before God and had done no wrong before the king. The king was very happy and ordered that Daniel should be brought out of the den. When Daniel was lifted out, no injury was found on him because he trusted in God.
After this, the king commanded that the men who accused Daniel should be thrown into the den of lions, together with their families. The lions overpowered them before they reached the bottom of the den. King Darius then wrote to all people in his kingdom, commanding them to fear and honour the God of Daniel. He declared that Daniel’s God was the living God, whose kingdom would never be destroyed.
These events showed God’s mighty hand in Daniel’s life because God protected him from death, shut the mouths of the lions, exposed the evil plans of his enemies, and made His name known throughout the kingdom.
(4b)
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) One can handle opposition by remaining faithful to God and doing what is right.
(ii) One should not repay evil with evil, but should remain calm and patient.
(iii) One can handle opposition through prayer and trust in God.
(iv) One should maintain honesty and good character so that enemies will find no true fault.
(v) One should face opposition with courage and not give up because of fear.
SECTION B
Number 5
(5a)
John the Baptist was the forerunner of Jesus Christ. He preached in the wilderness of Judea, calling the people to repentance and preparing them for the coming of the Messiah. Many people went to him at the River Jordan to confess their sins and be baptized by him.
One day, Jesus came from Galilee to the River Jordan to be baptized by John. When John saw Jesus, he recognized that Jesus was greater than him. John felt unworthy to baptize Him because he knew that Jesus was without sin. John tried to prevent Him and said that he himself needed to be baptized by Jesus, yet Jesus was coming to him for baptism.
Jesus answered John and told him to allow it for the time being because it was proper for them to fulfill all righteousness. This means that Jesus wanted to obey God’s will fully and identify Himself with the people He came to save, even though He had no sin.
After this, John agreed and baptized Jesus in the River Jordan. As Jesus came up from the water, the heavens were opened. The Spirit of God descended upon Him like a dove and rested on Him. This showed that God had anointed Jesus for His public ministry.
Then a voice came from heaven saying, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” This voice confirmed that Jesus was the Son of God and that God approved of Him. The event also revealed the presence of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
After His baptism, Jesus was fully prepared to begin His public ministry. The encounter between John the Baptist and Jesus at the River Jordan was important because it marked the beginning of Jesus’ work of preaching, healing, teaching, and saving mankind.
(5b)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) It teaches Christians the importance of baptism as an act of obedience to God.
(ii) It teaches humility, because Jesus humbled Himself to be baptized by John even though He was greater than John.
(iii) It shows that Christians need the Holy Spirit to live a faithful and useful life.
(iv) It teaches that God is pleased when His children obey His will.
(v) It reveals Jesus as the beloved Son of God and strengthens Christian faith in Him.
(vi) It teaches Christians to submit to God’s plan, even when they may not fully understand it.
SECTION C
Number 9
(9a)
Peter began with a general admonition to Christians to be subject, for the Lord’s sake, to every human institution, whether it is to the emperor as the supreme authority on earth, or to the government appointed by him to oversee the administration with delegated powers to punish offenders or reward those who do right, for this is the will of God, the ultimate power behind these earthly authorities. He said that by doing the right thing, they would put to shame the ignorance of foolish men. He admonished them to live as men free from the curse of the law and not to misuse their liberty as a pretext for evil. He said they should rather live as servants of God with the fear of God. They should honour all men, love the Christians brotherhood and honour the emperor.
(9b)
(i) He should have love for his nation and its legitimate institutions, both civil and religious.
(ii) He should obey all laws and regulations set up for the smooth administration of the country.
(iii) If the need arises, a good citizen should even fight to defend the territorial integrity of his nation if other options, including dialogue, fail.
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