THE BIBLE

Bible Stories: God's Power - Samson
Bible Stories: God's Power - Christians and God's power

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Describe how God's power helped Samson defeat his enemies
-Identify the good qualities of Samson
-Explain how to apply these qualities in daily life
-Appreciate God's power through Samson's story

Learners to:
-Read Judges 15:14-17 in pairs
-Answer questions about Samson and the Philistines
-Identify how God demonstrated power through Samson
-List good qualities of Samson
-Explain how to apply these qualities in daily life
-Discuss how God gives power to overcome challenges

How did God demonstrate His power through Samson?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 43
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 45

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

Bible Stories: Faith in God - Elisha

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Describe how Elisha recovered the axe-head
-Discuss the lessons learned from the story
-Explain how to apply these lessons in daily life
-Value faith in God when facing challenges

Learners to:
-Brainstorm in pairs about challenges they experience
-Read 2 Kings 6:1-7 and discuss what happened to the axe head
-Read what happened when Elisha threw the stick into the water
-Discuss the lessons learned from the story of Elisha
-Explain how to apply these lessons in daily life
-Read what Esther and Grace wrote about lessons from the story

How did Elisha recover the axe-head?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 49

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

Bible Stories: Faith in God - Exercising faith
Bible Stories: Determination - Jacob wrestling

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain how people in the Bible demonstrated faith in God
-Discuss ways Christians apply faith in their lives
-Read the story of Lulu's family and faith
-Appreciate the importance of faith in challenging times

Learners to:
-Explain how Elisha and the prophet demonstrated faith in God
-Read what Lulu is saying about her lost sister
-Discuss how Lulu and her family showed faith in God
-Participate in an environmental conservation project
-Write a report about lessons learned from the project
-Discuss values developed through the project

How can Christians exercise faith in God to overcome challenges?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 51
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 55

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

Bible Stories: Determination - Lessons from Jacob
Bible Stories: Determination - Values from Jacob

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline lessons learned from the story of Jacob
-Read Baraka's poster about Jacob
-Explain how to apply these lessons in life
-Value determination in different situations

Learners to:
-Read Baraka's poster about lessons from Jacob's story
-Explain other lessons learned from the story
-Discuss how to apply these lessons in life
-Explain why determination is important in any situation
-Discuss the values acquired from Jacob's story
-Match values with Jacob's actions in the story

What lessons can we learn from Jacob wrestling with God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 57
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 58

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

Bible Stories: Determination - Persistence in life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss challenges faced at school
-Explain how to be resilient and determined
-Discuss ways to deal with disappointments
-Participate in charitable activities with determination

Learners to:
-Discuss challenges faced at school with club members
-Discuss how to be resilient and determined when faced with challenges
-Discuss with parents ways to deal with disappointments
-Write a prayer on persistence and recite it daily
-Participate in a charity walk to help the needy
-Share experiences with classmates

How can we remain determined in difficult situations?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 59

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The call of the disciples - First disciples
The call of the disciples - Biblical account

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-List the 12 disciples of Jesus Christ
-Read the story of Mother Teresa
-Describe how Jesus called His first disciples
-Appreciate God's call to different people

Learners to:
-List the 12 disciples of Jesus Christ
-Read the story of Mother Teresa and discuss God's call
-Study pictures of people playing roles in church
-Discuss their roles in church
-Relate to how God calls different people

How did the disciples respond to the call of Jesus Christ?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 61
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 62

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The call of the disciples - Lessons learned

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss lessons from the call of the first disciples
-Relate the lessons to daily life
-Watch a video clip on the call of the disciples
-Value the importance of God's call

Learners to:
-Discuss in groups lessons from the call of the first disciples
-Read given lessons and explain how to apply them in daily life
-Watch a video clip on the call of the first disciples
-Role-play the call of the first disciples
-Discuss lessons learned from the story

What lessons can we learn from the call of the first disciples?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 63

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The call of the disciples - Service to God
The temptations of Jesus Christ - Understanding temptation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain ways people are called to serve God
-Read about Reuben Kigame's call
-Identify service areas in home, school, church and community
-Value serving God through talents

Learners to:
-Read about Reuben Kigame's call to serve God
-Discuss ways God calls different people to serve Him
-Study pictures of people talking about serving God
-Explain how they have been called to serve God in different places
-Discuss how they grow spiritually when serving God

How are different people called to serve God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 64
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 68

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The temptations of Jesus Christ - Jesus' response
The temptations of Jesus Christ - Types of temptation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read the dramatized temptation of Jesus
-Identify the speakers in the drama
-Explain how Jesus responded to temptations
-Value the importance of scripture in overcoming temptation

Learners to:
-Read the dramatized conversation between Jesus and the devil
-Identify the speakers as Jesus and the devil
-Identify where Jesus was coming from when tempted
-Narrate how Jesus was tempted
-Discuss lessons learned from the conversation
-Watch a video clip on Jesus' temptations

How did Jesus respond to temptations?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 69
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 70

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The temptations of Jesus Christ - Daily temptations

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-List temptations young people face
-Fill a table about common temptations
-Read about Job, Leah and Mrs. Openda's temptations
-Discover ways to overcome temptations

Learners to:
-List examples of temptations young people face daily
-Fill a table about common temptations young people face
-Read about Job, Leah and Mrs. Openda's temptations
-Give advice to each person about their temptation
-Read what children say about overcoming temptations
-Discuss what they will do to overcome future temptations

What temptations do young people face today?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 71

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Miracles of Jesus Christ - The Roman officer's servant
Miracles of Jesus Christ - Lessons from the healing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Describe actions to take when family members are sick
-Read Matthew 8:5-13
-Narrate the healing of the Roman officer's servant
-Value Jesus' compassion for all people

Learners to:
-Discuss what they would do if family members fell sick and why
-Read Matthew 8:5-13 and the story of Jesus healing the Roman officer's servant
-Answer questions about the story
-Narrate the story to classmates
-Discuss how Jesus showed He was a universal savior

How did the Roman officer demonstrate faith in God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 75
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 76

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Miracles of Jesus Christ - Helping the sick

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Find values the Roman officer portrayed
-Study pictures of people helping the sick
-List ways to help the sick
-Value helping the sick as Jesus did

Learners to:
-Search for values the Roman officer portrayed in a word puzzle
-Explain how the Roman officer displayed these qualities
-Discuss how to use these qualities in life
-Study pictures of people helping the sick
-Identify ways people help the sick in the pictures
-Explain why it's important to help the sick
-List ways to help the sick

How can we help the sick in our community?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 77

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Miracles of Jesus Christ - Faith in healing
Miracle of healing - The bleeding woman

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Make a flash card with Roman officer's qualities
-Discuss how COVID-19 affected communities
-Visit sick community members
-Value practical help for the sick

Learners to:
-Make a flash card with three qualities to emulate from the Roman officer
-Discuss how COVID-19 affected themselves and others
-Discuss ways to help people infected with COVID-19
-Visit sick community members (with guidance)
-Narrate the story of the Roman officer's servant to the sick person
-Pray with the sick person
-Write a report about the visit

How did the Roman officer show faith in the healing power of God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 79
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 81

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Miracle of healing - Government and church help
Miracle of healing - Lessons from healing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain ways to help sick family members
-Identify government hospitals in their sub-county
-List ways the church helps the sick
-Value support systems for the sick

Learners to:
-Explain in pairs ways to help sick family members
-Name government hospitals in their sub-county
-Identify medical services offered in these hospitals
-Study pictures showing how the government helps the sick
-List ways churches in their community help the sick
-Study pictures showing how the church helps the sick
-Read what Mr. Mambo and Zuri say about helping the sick

How do the government and church help the sick?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 83
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 85

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Miracle of healing - Faith in Jesus

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Create a tune for a song about Jesus the healer
-Compose a song about Jesus' healing power
-Make a get-well card for a sick person
-Organize a fund drive for medical bills

Learners to:
-Create a tune for a song about Jesus the healer
-Discuss what they learn from the song
-Compose their own song about Jesus' healing power
-Sing the song to classmates
-Discuss how they depend on Jesus for healing
-Make a get-well card for a sick person
-Organize a fund drive to pay a medical bill for a needy person

How can we show faith in Jesus' healing power?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 86

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Lazarus is raised from the dead - Jesus' empathy
Lazarus is raised from the dead - Power over death

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss ways to show love and compassion
-Read John 11:32-45
-Complete the story of Lazarus' raising
-Appreciate Jesus' empathy

Learners to:
-Discuss in pairs how they show love and compassion to needy people
-Read John 11:32-45 in turns
-Complete the story of Lazarus' raising by filling blank spaces
-Answer questions about the completed story
-Discuss the meaning of empathy
-Explain how Jesus showed empathy for Mary and Martha

Why did Jesus say that Lazarus was only asleep?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 88
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 89

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Lazarus is raised from the dead - Lessons learned

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Narrate the miracle of raising Lazarus
-Role-play the raising of Lazarus
-Discuss lessons from the miracle
-Apply lessons in daily life

Learners to:
-Narrate the miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead
-Role-play the raising of Lazarus from the dead
-Discuss what they learn from the miracle
-Read what Ezekiel, Titus and Pendo say about lessons
-List other lessons from the miracle
-Explain how to apply these lessons in daily life

What lessons can we learn from the raising of Lazarus?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 90

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Lazarus is raised from the dead - Poems and songs
The Kingdom of God - The hidden treasure

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Recite a poem about Jesus' power
-Compose a poem on God's power over death
-Recite the poem in class
-Value creative expression of faith

Learners to:
-Recite a poem about Jesus' power with teacher guidance
-Compose a poem on "God's power over sickness and death"
-Recite the poem in class
-Sing songs about God's power over death
-Share experiences of God's power in their lives

How can we express our faith in God's power over death?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 92
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 94

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The Kingdom of God - Parables of value
The Kingdom of God - Lessons from parables

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read the parable of the hidden treasure
-Answer questions about the parable
-Explain what symbols represent
-Understand the value of God's Kingdom

Learners to:
-Read the parable of the hidden treasure
-Answer questions about the man's feelings and actions
-Identify what symbols represent in the parable
-Discuss lessons from the parable
-Read Matthew 13:44-46 and discuss
-Read the parable of the pearl and discuss
-Narrate the parable of the hidden treasure to classmates
-Role-play the parable

How can we understand the value of God's Kingdom?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 95
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 96

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The Kingdom of God - Songs and activities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Sing a song about the hidden treasure
-Compose a song about God's Kingdom
-Find paths to the pearl and treasure
-Show compassion to schoolmates

Learners to:
-Create a tune and sing a song about the hidden treasure
-Discuss lessons from the song
-Compose a song about the value of God's Kingdom
-Sing the song to classmates
-Find the route to follow to reach the pearl and treasure
-Discuss ways to show compassion to classmates
-Identify needy schoolmates and show compassion

How can we help others understand the value of God's Kingdom?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 98

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Attitude towards Wealth - Rich man and Lazarus
Attitude towards Wealth - Stories and lessons

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Recall the story of the rich young man
-Read Luke 16:19-31
-Answer questions about the parable
-Understand the concept of social justice

Learners to:
-Brainstorm what they learned about the rich young man in Grade Five
-Read Luke 16:19-31 in turns
-Read the story of the rich man and Lazarus
-Answer questions about the story
-Discuss the meaning of social justice and injustice
-Identify social injustices in society

How should Christians use their wealth?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 100
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 101

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Attitude towards Wealth - Using resources well

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read flash cards about lessons from the story
-List other lessons from the story
-Develop the right attitude towards wealth
-Value helping the needy with resources

Learners to:
-Read flash cards about lessons from the story
-Explain what they learn from the flash cards
-List other lessons from the story
-Discuss how lessons help develop right attitudes towards wealth
-Discuss how lessons help live a life pleasing to God
-Read what people say about helping the needy
-List ways their families help the needy

How can we develop the right attitude towards wealth?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 102

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST
THE CHURCH

Attitude towards Wealth - Christians and wealth
The Apostles' Creed - Understanding the creed

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Search the Internet for how Christians use wealth
-Write encouraging messages for those in difficulties
-Discuss respecting all regardless of status
-Value equitable distribution of resources

Learners to:
-Search the Internet for how Christians use wealth to support the needy
-Write down findings and present in class
-Write encouraging messages for those facing difficult times
-Pin messages on the class noticeboard
-Discuss with family members why to respect all people regardless of status
-Present points discussed in class

How do Christians today use their wealth to help others?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 104
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 106

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE CHURCH

The Apostles' Creed - Analysis of the creed
The Apostles' Creed - Teachings

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain why Christians need the Apostles' Creed
-Read what Mrs. Pendo discusses with her daughter
-Analyze the Apostles' Creed
-Value the content of the Apostles' Creed

Learners to:
-Discuss why Christians need the Apostles' Creed
-Discuss when they recite the Apostles' Creed in church
-Read what Mrs. Pendo is discussing with her daughter
-Read and recite the Apostles' Creed again
-Answer questions about the Creator, Jesus Christ, and Holy Spirit
-Discuss why the first part deals with belief in God

What does the Apostles' Creed teach about God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 107
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 108

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE CHURCH

The Apostles' Creed - Holy Trinity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Understand the concept of the Holy Trinity
-Identify the three persons in the Holy Trinity
-Match statements about resurrection, Holy Spirit and unity
-Value the unity of the Holy Trinity

Learners to:
-Copy a table and match statements with correct answers
-Discuss ways the Apostles' Creed promotes unity in church
-Write the Apostles' Creed in exercise books
-Underline sentences about belief in God, Jesus, and Holy Spirit
-Explain why they believe in the three persons
-Read a card about the Holy Trinity
-Invite a church leader to speak about the Apostles' Creed
-Sing a song about the Holy Trinity

Who are the three persons in the Holy Trinity?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 110

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE CHURCH

Standing firm in faith - Christian suffering
Standing firm in faith - Paul's teachings

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read the story of Martyr Charles Lwanga
-Define Christian suffering
-Identify how Charles Lwanga and others suffered
-Value standing firm in faith despite suffering

Learners to:
-Read the story of Martyr Charles Lwanga
-Answer questions about Charles Lwanga's suffering
-Define Christian suffering
-Discuss what it means to be a martyr
-Explain how missionaries and Charles Lwanga suffered
-Discuss the meaning of Christian suffering

What is Christian suffering?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 113
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 114

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THE CHURCH

Standing firm in faith - Values from Paul

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-List values that help endure suffering
-Identify values Paul outlines in 2 Corinthians 6:3-7
-Read Baraka's statement about his family suffering
-Apply these values to endure suffering

Learners to:
-List values they know
-Read 2 Corinthians 6:3-7 again
-Identify values Paul outlines in Bible verses
-Read Baraka's statement about his family suffering
-Discuss how Baraka's family is suffering
-Identify values needed to endure this suffering
-Discuss how to use these values to endure suffering
-Discuss values that help stay strong in faith

What values does Paul demonstrate in his life?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 116

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE CHURCH

Standing firm in faith - Overcoming suffering
Church unity - Meaning and importance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read Pastor Lydia's statement about suffering
-Discuss how suffering helps spiritual growth
-Create a tune for a song about Christian suffering
-Value endurance in suffering

Learners to:
-Read what Pastor Lydia is saying
-Discuss what form of suffering she is facing
-Explain how suffering has helped her grow spiritually
-Discuss how suffering can help become a faithful Christian
-Create a tune for a song about Christian suffering
-Compose a song on the importance of Christian suffering
-Discuss ways Christians can overcome suffering
-Read flash cards about overcoming suffering

How can Christians overcome suffering?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 117
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 120

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE CHURCH

Church unity - Biblical teachings
Church unity - Harmonious living

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read Matthew 16:18, 1 Corinthians 12:12, Galatians 3:28
-Identify who was appointed leader of Early Church
-Explain the main message of 1 Corinthians 12:12
-Value Biblical teaching on unity

Learners to:
-Read Matthew 16:18, 1 Corinthians 12:12 and Galatians 3:28
-Identify who was appointed leader of Early Church
-Explain the main message of 1 Corinthians 12:12
-Discuss what is common between Jews and Gentiles
-Write notes on what they learn from Bible verses
-Read what Teacher Joel has written in his notebook
-Discuss teachings of the Bible on Christian unity
-Discuss how teachings promote unity among churches

What does the Bible teach about church unity?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 121
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 122

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THE CHURCH

Church unity - Working together

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Watch a video clip on churches working together
-Identify activities churches participate in
-Discuss how churches promote unity
-Value attending different churches

Learners to:
-Watch a video clip on how churches work together
-Identify activities churches are participating in
-Discuss how churches in community work together
-Discuss how churches promote harmonious living among ethnic groups
-Plan to attend a different church
-Compare worship similarities and differences
-Discuss their experience with classmates
-Discuss how their church works with others to foster unity

How do different churches work together?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 123

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions