Year 7
What does fairness mean?
Lesson details
Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will explore the concept of fairness, focusing on examples of school rules and whether school uniforms are fair.
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5 Questions
Q1.
How do we define rules?
A right that is protected by law.
A way to measure a straight line.
Q2.
What is a law?
A law is a document that has no meaning.
A law is a way to control peoples actions, views and ideas.
Q3.
What would happen if we did not have any rules/laws?
People would feel safe
People would go to prison.
Q4.
What was the first rule/law that was written down?
King John
The rule of law
Q5.
How do we define the rule of law?
The rule of law means Kings and Queens are the most important people and they are above the law.
The rule of law means that the law only applies to some people in society.
5 Questions
Q1.
True or false, 'fairness' can be defined as 'treating people equally or in a way that is right or reasonable'?
False
Q2.
Which answer below was not one of the views of fairness, found in the research published by Equality and Human Rights Commission?
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
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
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
WHO