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AQA GCSE RS Past Papers

This section includes recent GCSE (9-1) Religious Studies A (RS) (8062) and Religious Studies B (8063) past papers and mark schemes from AQA. You can download each of the AQA GCSE Religious Studies (RS) past papers and marking schemes by clicking the links below.

June 2022 AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062) Past Papers 

GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/11) Paper 1: Buddhism  Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/12) Paper 1: Catholic Christianity Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/13) Paper 1: Christianity Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/14) Paper 1: Hinduism Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/15) Paper 1: Islam Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/16) Paper 1: Judaism Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/17) Paper 1: Sikhism Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/2A) Paper 2A: Thematic Studies Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/2B) Paper 2B: Thematic Studies (Including Textual Studies) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2022 AQA GCSE Religious Studies B (8063) Past Papers

GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/1) Paper 1: Catholic Christianity  Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2A) Paper 2A: Perspectives on Faith (Themes) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2B) Paper 2B: Perspectives on Faith (Textual Studies) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2X) Paper 2X: Perspectives on Faith (Islam) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2Y) Paper 2Y: Perspectives on Faith (Judaism) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062) Past Papers (Labelled as June 2021)

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/11) Paper 1: Buddhism  Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/12) Paper 1: Catholic Christianity Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/13) Paper 1: Christianity Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/14) Paper 1: Hinduism Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/15) Paper 1: Islam Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/16) Paper 1: Judaism Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/17) Paper 1: Sikhism Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/2A) Paper 2A: Thematic Studies Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/2B) Paper 2B: Thematic Studies (Including Textual Studies) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 AQA GCSE Religious Studies B (8063) Past Papers (Labelled as June 2021)

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/1) Paper 1: Catholic Christianity  Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2A) Paper 2A: Perspectives on Faith (Themes) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2B) Paper 2B: Perspectives on Faith (Textual Studies) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2X) Paper 2X: Perspectives on Faith (Islam) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2021 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2Y) Paper 2Y: Perspectives on Faith (Judaism) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062) Past Papers (Labelled as June 2020)

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/11) Paper 1: Buddhism  Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/12) Paper 1: Catholic Christianity Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/13) Paper 1: Christianity Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/14) Paper 1: Hinduism Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/15) Paper 1: Islam Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/16) Paper 1: Judaism Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/17) Paper 1: Sikhism Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/2A) Paper 2A: Thematic Studies Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/2B) Paper 2B: Thematic Studies (Including Textual Studies) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 AQA GCSE Religious Studies B (8063) Past Papers (Labelled as June 2020)

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/1) Paper 1: Catholic Christianity  Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2A) Paper 2A: Perspectives on Faith (Themes) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2B) Paper 2B: Perspectives on Faith (Textual Studies) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2X) Paper 2X: Perspectives on Faith (Islam) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

November 2020 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2Y) Paper 2Y: Perspectives on Faith (Judaism) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2019 AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062) Past Papers

June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/11) Paper 1: Buddhism  Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

 June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/12) Paper 1: Catholic Christianity Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/13) Paper 1: Christianity Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/14) Paper 1: Hinduism Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/15) Paper 1: Islam Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/16) Paper 1: Judaism Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/17) Paper 1: Sikhism Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/2A) Paper 2A: Thematic Studies Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/2B) Paper 2B: Thematic Studies (Including Textual Studies) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2019 AQA GCSE Religious Studies B (8063) Past Papers

June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/1) Paper 1: Catholic Christianity  Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

 June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2A) Paper 2A: Perspectives on Faith (Themes) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2B) Paper 2B: Perspectives on Faith (Textual Studies) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2X) Paper 2X: Perspectives on Faith (Islam) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2019 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2Y) Paper 2Y: Perspectives on Faith (Judaism) Download Past Paper    -    Download Mark Scheme

June 2018 AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062) Past Papers

June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/11) Paper 1: Buddhism  Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

 June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/12) Paper 1: Catholic Christianity Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/13) Paper 1: Christianity Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/14) Paper 1: Hinduism Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/15) Paper 1: Islam Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/16) Paper 1: Judaism Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/17) Paper 1: Sikhism Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/2A) Paper 2A: Thematic Studies Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies A (8062/2B) Paper 2B: Thematic Studies (Including Textual Studies) Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

June 2018 AQA GCSE Religious Studies B (8063) Past Papers

June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/1) Paper 1: Catholic Christianity  Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

 June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2A) Paper 2A: Perspectives on Faith (Themes) Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2B) Paper 2B: Perspectives on Faith (Textual Studies) Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2X) Paper 2X: Perspectives on Faith (Islam) Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

June 2018 GCSE Religious Studies B (8063/2Y) Paper 2Y: Perspectives on Faith (Judaism) Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

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GCSE Religious Studies Past Papers

Table of Contents:

• Paper 1: Buddhism

Paper 1: Catholic Christianity

Paper 1: christianity, paper 1: hinduism, paper 1: islam, paper 1: judaism, paper 1: sikhism, paper 2a: thematic studies.

• Paper 2B: Thematic Studies (Including Textual Studies)

Paper 2A: Perspectives on Faith (Themes)

Paper 2b: perspectives on faith (textual studies), paper 2x: perspectives on faith (islam), paper 2y: perspectives on faith (judaism), j625/01 christianity beliefs, teachings & practices, j625/02 islam beliefs, teachings & practices, j625/03 judaism beliefs, teachings & practices, j625/04 buddhism beliefs, teachings & practices, j625/05 hinduism beliefs, teachings & practices, j625/06 religion, philosophy and ethics in the modern world from a christian perspective, j625/07 religion, philosophy and ethics in the modern world from a muslim perspective, j625/08 religion, philosophy and ethics in the modern world from a jewish perspective, j625/09 religion, philosophy and ethics in the modern world from a buddhist perspective, paper 1:  area of study 1 – study of religion – option 1a catholic christianity (1ra0/1a), paper 1 : area of study 1 – study of religion – option 1b christianity (1ra0/1b), paper 1:  area of study 1 – study of religion – option 1c islam (1ra0/1c), paper 2: area of study 2 – study of second religion – option 2a catholic christianity (1ra0/2a), paper 2: area of study 2 – study of second religion – option 2b christianity (1ra0/2b), paper 2: area of study 2 – study of second religion – option 2c islam (1ra0/2c), paper 2: area of study 2 – study of second religion – option 2d buddhism (1ra0/2d), paper 2: area of study 2 – study of second religion – option 2e hinduism (1ra0/2e), paper 2: area of study 2 – study of second religion – option 2f judaism (1ra0/2f), paper 2: area of study 2 – study of second religion – option 2g sikhism (1ra0/2g), paper 3: area of study 3 – philosophy and ethics – option 3a catholic christianity (1ra0/3a), paper 3: area of study 3 – philosophy and ethics – option 3b christianity (1ra0/3b), paper 3: area of study 3 – philosophy and ethics – option 3c islam (1ra0/3c), paper 4: area of study 4 – textual studies – option 4a mark’s gospel (1ra0/4a), paper 4: area of study 4 – textual studies – option 4b the qur’an (1ra0/4b), short couse paper 1: area of study 1 – study of catholic christianity (3ra0/01), short couse paper 2: area of study 2 – study of christianity (3ra0/02), short couse paper 3: area of study 3 – study of islam (3ra0/03), short couse paper 4: area of study 4 – study of judaism (3ra0/04), paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics– option 1a catholic christianity (1rb0/1a), paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics – option 1b christianity (1rb0/1b), paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics – option 1c islam (1rb0/1c), paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics – option 1d buddhism (1rb0/1d), paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics – option 1e hinduism (1rb0/1e), paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics – option 1f judaism (1rb0/1f), paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics – option 1g sikhism (1rb0/1g), paper 2: area of study 2 –religion, peace and conflict – option 2a catholic christianity (1rb0/2a), paper 2: area of study 2 – religion, peace and conflict – option 2b christianity (1rb0/2b), paper 2: area of study 2 – religion, peace and conflict – option 2c islam (1rb0/2c), paper 2: area of study 2 – religion, peace and conflict – option 2d buddhism (1rb0/2d), paper 2: area of study 2 – religion, peace and conflict – option 2e hinduism (1rb0/2e), paper 2: area of study 2 – religion, peace and conflict – option 2f judaism (1rb0/2f), paper 2: area of study 2 – religion, peace and conflict – option 2g sikhism (1rb0/2g), paper 3: area of study 3 – religion, philosophy and social justice – option 3a catholic christianity (1rb0/3a), paper 3: area of study 3 – religion, philosophy and social justice – option 3b christianity (1rb0/3b), paper 3: area of study 3 – religion, philosophy and social justice – option 3c islam (1rb0/3c), paper 3: area of study 3 – religion, philosophy and social justice – option 3d buddhism (1rb0/3d), paper 3: area of study 3 – religion, philosophy and social justice – option 3e hinduism (1rb0/3e), paper 3: area of study 3 – religion, philosophy and social justice – option 3f judaism (1rb0/3f), paper 3: area of study 3 – religion, philosophy and social justice – option 3g sikhism (1rb0/3g), short couse paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics– option 1a catholic christianity (3rb0/1a), short course paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics – option 1b christianity (3rb0/1b), short course paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics – option 1c islam (3rb0/1c), short course paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics – option 1d buddhism (3rb0/1d), short couse paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics – option 1e hinduism (3rb0/1e), short course paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics – option 1f judaism (3rb0/1f), short course paper 1: area of study 1 – religion and ethics – option 1g sikhism (3rb0/1g), short course paper 2: area of study 2 –religion, peace and conflict – option 2a catholic christianity (3rb0/2a), short course paper 2: area of study 2 – religion, peace and conflict – option 2b christianity (3rb0/2b), short course paper 2: area of study 2 – religion, peace and conflict – option 2c islam (3rb0/2c), short course paper 2: area of study 2 – religion, peace and conflict – option 2d buddhism (3rb0/2d), short course paper 2: area of study 2 – religion, peace and conflict – option 2e hinduism (3rb0/2e), short course paper 2: area of study 2 – religion, peace and conflict – option 2f judaism (3rb0/2f), short course paper 2: area of study 2 – religion, peace and conflict – option 2g sikhism (3rb0/2g), component 1: religious, philosophical and ethical studies in the modern world, component 2: christianity, component 3: option 1 buddhism, component 3: option 2 hinduism, component 3: option 3 islam, component 3: option 5 sikhism, component 1: foundational catholic theology, component 2: applied catholic theology, religious studies a, paper 1: buddhism ,  paper 2b: thematic studies (including textual studies), religious studies b, 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What is GCSE Religious Studies?

GCSE Religious Studies is an academic subject offered to students in the United Kingdom as a part of their secondary education. It is designed to help students understand the beliefs, practices, and traditions of different religions, and to encourage them to think critically about the issues that arise in contemporary society. The course covers a range of topics including the history and development of religions, moral and ethical issues, and philosophical questions related to religion. At the end of the course, students take an exam to assess their understanding of the subject matter.

Why should I study GCSE Religious Studies?

There are several reasons why you might choose to study GCSE Religious Studies:

• Develop critical thinking skills: Religious Studies involves critical analysis and evaluation of complex ideas and beliefs. This can help develop your analytical and critical thinking skills, which can be useful in many academic and professional fields.
• Gain a deeper understanding of different religions: By studying GCSE Religious Studies, you will gain knowledge and insight into the beliefs, practices, and teachings of different religions. This can help you develop an appreciation for different cultures and perspectives, which is valuable in our diverse and interconnected world.
• Explore important ethical and philosophical issues: Religious Studies often involves exploring important ethical and philosophical issues such as the nature of good and evil, the meaning of life, and the concept of free will. This can help you develop your own worldview and moral compass.
• Prepare for further study: Studying GCSE Religious Studies can be useful if you plan to continue studying the subject at A-level or university. It can also be helpful if you plan to pursue a career in fields such as law, politics, or education.
• Develop transferable skills: Studying Religious Studies can help you develop a range of transferable skills, such as research and analysis, critical thinking, and communication. These skills can be applied to many different fields and can be valuable in both personal and professional contexts.

What topics are covered in GCSE Religious Studies?

GCSE Religious Studies covers a wide range of topics related to religion, philosophy, and ethics. The specific topics covered depend on the exam board and the chosen specification, but they generally include:

• The beliefs, teachings, and practices of one or more major world religions, such as Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, or Judaism.
• The origins and development of religions and their impact on society and culture.
• Key ethical and philosophical concepts, such as morality, justice, free will, and the nature of God.
• Relationships and families from a religious and ethical perspective.
• Issues of life and death, such as abortion, euthanasia, and the afterlife.
• Peace, conflict, and the role of religion in promoting social justice.
• The importance of religion and belief in contemporary society.

Through studying these topics, students develop critical thinking skills, analytical skills, and an understanding of different worldviews and beliefs. It also helps students develop skills in communication, research, and essay writing, which are valuable in a range of academic and professional contexts.

How is GCSE Religious Studies assessed?

GCSE Religious Studies is assessed through written examinations. The assessment is split into two components:

• The study of religions: beliefs, teachings, and practices – This component covers the beliefs, teachings, and practices of two religions chosen from Buddhism, Christianity, Catholic Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Sikhism. This component consists of a written exam that lasts for 1 hour 45 minutes and is worth 50% of the overall GCSE grade. The exam consists of questions related to each chosen religion, with a common structure of two five-part questions of 1, 2, 4, 5, and 12 marks. Each religion is marked out of 48.
• Thematic studies – This component covers either four religious, philosophical, and ethical studies themes or two religious, philosophical, and ethical studies themes and two textual studies themes. The religious, philosophical, and ethical studies themes cover relationships and families, religion and life, the existence of God and revelation, religion, peace and conflict, religion, crime and punishment, and religion, human rights and social justice. The textual studies themes cover St Mark’s Gospel – the life of Jesus and St Mark’s Gospel as a source of religious, moral, and spiritual truths. This component also consists of a written exam that lasts for 1 hour 45 minutes and is worth 50% of the overall GCSE grade. The exam consists of questions related to each chosen theme, with a common structure of one five-part question of 1, 2, 4, 5, and 12 marks. Each theme is marked out of 24.

In both components, there are marks awarded for spelling, punctuation, and grammar (SPaG).

Is GCSE Religious Studies compulsory?

In the UK, GCSE Religious Studies is not a compulsory subject. However, schools must teach religious education (RE) as part of the curriculum, and it is up to parents whether they choose to withdraw their child from all or part of the lessons. If students do choose to study GCSE Religious Studies, they will sit exams at the end of the course, which will assess their knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.

Can I study GCSE Religious Studies if I am not religious?

Yes, you can study GCSE Religious Studies even if you are not religious. The course is designed to provide an understanding and appreciation of different beliefs and cultures, as well as to develop skills such as critical thinking, analysis, and evaluation. It is not necessary to hold any particular religious beliefs or affiliations to take the course. In fact, studying Religious Studies can provide a valuable opportunity to learn about and appreciate the diversity of beliefs and practices in the world.

What careers can GCSE Religious Studies lead to?

GCSE Religious Studies can lead to various careers in which an understanding of religious beliefs, values, and practices can be beneficial. Some possible career paths include:

• Religious leader: A GCSE in Religious Studies can provide a foundation for further study and training to become a religious leader such as a priest, minister, imam, or rabbi.
• Social worker: Understanding different religions and their impact on individuals and communities can be helpful for social workers who often work with diverse populations.
• Educator: Religious Studies can provide a solid foundation for those who want to teach Religious Education, Philosophy, or Ethics at a high school or college level.
• Journalist: GCSE Religious Studies can provide knowledge and understanding of religion, which can be beneficial for journalists who cover religious issues or events.
• International relations: Religious Studies can be useful for careers in international relations, diplomacy, and foreign policy, as it provides knowledge of different cultures and their values and beliefs.
• Charity work: GCSE Religious Studies can be useful for those who want to work in charitable organizations that focus on helping people of different religions.
• Law: A strong understanding of religious beliefs and practices can be beneficial for lawyers who deal with cases involving religious issues or conflicts.

Overall, GCSE Religious Studies can provide a broad range of skills and knowledge that can be valuable for a range of careers, including those not directly related to religion.

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religious education  is the teaching of a particular religion and its varied aspects: its beliefs, doctrines, rituals, customs, rites, and personal roles

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The Eduqas GCSE in Religious Studies aims to:

• Develops learners’ knowledge and understanding of religions and non-religious beliefs, such as atheism and humanism
• Develops learners’ knowledge and understanding of religious beliefs, teachings, practices, and sources of wisdom and authority, including through their reading of

key religious texts, other texts, and scriptures of the religions they are studying

• Develops learners’ ability to construct well-argued, well-informed, balanced and structured written arguments, demonstrating their depth and breadth of understanding of the subject
• Provides opportunities for learners to engage with questions of belief, value, meaning, purpose, truth, and their influence on human life
• Challenges learners to reflect on and develop their own values, beliefs and attitudes in the light of what they have learnt and contributes to their preparation for adult life in a pluralistic society and global community.

Following this specification will enable learners to:

• Deepen their understanding of the relationship between people
• Become informed about common and divergent views within traditions in the way beliefs and teachings are understood and expressed
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the fact that religious traditions of Great Britain are, in the main, Christian
• Understand that religious traditions in Great Britain are diverse and include the following religions: Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism, as well as non-religious beliefs, such as atheism and humanism.

Eduqas GCSE Religious Studies takes a distinctive issues based approach to the study of religious, philosophical and ethical studies in the modern world. The course will also enable learners to gain knowledge and understanding of two religions. Following up from this a student may go on to study A level religious studies .

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