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Lesson 9 of 15
  • Year 11

Contraception

In this lesson, we will continue our study of Relationships and Families by thinking about Contraception. We will explore types of contraception, Roman Catholic views on artificial contraception, other Christian views on contraception, Islamic views and non-religious views (utilitarianism).

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Lesson 9 of 15
  • Year 11

Contraception

In this lesson, we will continue our study of Relationships and Families by thinking about Contraception. We will explore types of contraception, Roman Catholic views on artificial contraception, other Christian views on contraception, Islamic views and non-religious views (utilitarianism).

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Types of contraception.
  2. Roman Catholic views on artificial contraception.
  3. Other Christian views on contraception.
  4. Islamic views.
  5. Non-religious (utilitarianism).

Equipment

You will need two different coloured pens: black or blue and another coloured pen, such as green or red.

Content guidance

  • Contains subject matter which individuals may find upsetting.

Supervision

Adult supervision suggested

Licence

This content is made available by Oak National Academy Limited and its partners and licensed under Oak’s terms & conditions (Collection 1), except where otherwise stated.

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6 Questions

Q1.
Which of the following is NOT a natural contraceptive?

Abstinence
Rhythm Method
Correct answer: Sterilization

Q2.
Which of the following is NOT an artificial contraceptive?

The Coil
The Condom
The Morning after Pill
The Pill
Correct answer: The Rhythm Method

Q3.
What Christian denomination or branch does not support the use of artificial contraceptives?

Anglican
Correct answer: Catholic
Methodist

Q4.
What Christian denominations or branches consider family planning a good reason for the use of contraceptives?

Correct answer: Anglican and Methodist
Catholic and Anglican
Methodist and Catholic

Q5.
Which of these is one of the four conditions for the use of contraceptives in Islam?

Couple prefer to use money on other things
Preferring to have small family
Correct answer: Risk to child of mental or physical deformity
Sex outside marriage
Threat to the father's life

Q6.
Muslims and Humanists agree that risks to women and children are credible reasons for the use of contraceptives. True or False?

False
Correct answer: True