Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will learn about the concept of democracy and how communities can be democratic. We will think about whether it is important to take part in an democratic community and consider an alternative. We will also explore the concept of equity.

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5 Questions

Q1.
True or false, 'fairness' can be defined as 'treating people equally or in a way that is right or reasonable'?
False
Correct answer: True
Q2.
Which answer below was not one of the views of fairness, found in the research published by Equality and Human Rights Commission?
Correct answer: It means giving things to the people you like most
It means to treat people differently, based on their characteristics
It means to try to treat everyone the same
Q3.
Which of the answers below was not mentioned as a reason for people to wear uniforms at work?
For safety and protection
To be easily identifiable
To promote the company
Correct answer: To set new fashion trends
Q4.
Which argument below would be used to say that school uniforms are fair?
Children’s own clothes may be more comfortable
Uniforms can be expensive
Correct answer: Uniforms mean that everyone looks the same, so bullying is reduced
Young people can’t express their individuality in a uniform
Q5.
Which organisation below was described as a part of the United Nations which aims to ensure that a child's basic needs are met?
UNDP
UNESCO
Correct answer: UNICEF
WHO

5 Questions

Q1.
A community is...
Correct answer: A group of people living together sharing values, interests and ways of doing things
A group of people who use the same hairdressers
A group of people who work at the same shop
A place to live
Q2.
The word democracy comes from...
French
German
Correct answer: Greek
Latin
Q3.
Rights are...
A list of things you should do
Articles that explain what you are allowed
Correct answer: Freedoms we are entitled to
The opposite of lefts
Q4.
True or false, treating people fairly always means treating them equally?
Correct answer: False
True
Q5.
True or false, having fair elections is a vital part of democracy?
False
Correct answer: True

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UnitCitizenship / Citizenship - What's it all about?

Citizenship