Year 9
Humanism
In this lesson, we will be delving into a belief system which many of you may not have heard of, called Humanism.
Year 9
Humanism
In this lesson, we will be delving into a belief system which many of you may not have heard of, called Humanism.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- How humanism has developed.
- References to origins of the universe.
Equipment
You will need two different coloured pens: black or blue and another coloured pen, such as green or red.
Licence
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5 Questions
Q1.
A theist is someone who believes in God.
False
Q2.
The Enlightenment was a period in history where people started to question religion.
False
Q3.
A philosopher called Nietzsche claimed that God is 'well and truly alive.'
True
Q4.
A sceptic is someone who believes in everything.
True
Q5.
Epistemology is a search for objective knowledge.
False
5 Questions
Q1.
Humanism started in the year 1
True
Q2.
Humanists believe in God
True
Q3.
You have to have a Holy Book to be part of a religion
False
Q4.
Humanists follow the Golden Rule
False
Q5.
Rituals are actions that don't mean anything.
True