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Prejudice and discrimination of faith and culture

I can explain the impact of prejudice and discrimination on individuals of different faith and culture.

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Prejudice and discrimination of faith and culture

I can explain the impact of prejudice and discrimination on individuals of different faith and culture.

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Key learning points

  1. Prejudice involves preconceived opinions, and is not based on reason or experience.
  2. Discrimination is the unjust treatment of different categories of people.
  3. Faith and culture are personal, and should be respected.
  4. Prejudice and discrimination can have severe impacts on individuals and communities.
  5. Challenging prejudice and discrimination safely is crucial for a fair and equal society.

Keywords

  • Prejudice - when someone judges or dislikes others unfairly, without knowing them, based on things like race, gender or appearance

  • Discrimination - when people are treated unfairly or differently because of things like their race, gender or beliefs

Common misconception

Only certain faiths and cultures face discrimination.

All faiths and cultures can face prejudice and discrimination. It is important to recognise that anyone can be targeted.


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Remind pupils that it is important for us to safely speak out against unfairness or any kind of discrimination, and draw their attention to policies in school to help them report incidents.
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Content guidance

  • Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
  • Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying

Supervision

Adult supervision recommended

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This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2025), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).

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6 Questions

Q1.
What is the term used to describe Britain as a mix of different faiths and cultures living together? A ' pot'.

Correct Answer: melting

Q2.
In what ways can diverse cultures and faiths enrich communities?

by making sure everyone celebrates exactly the same festivals
Correct answer: by creating opportunities to learn new things and share different perspectives
Correct answer: by bringing innovation through collaborative problem-solving
Correct answer: by offering diverse foods, music, art and traditions to experience

Q3.
Match each way that faith can influence culture.

Correct Answer:societal norms,shared expectations about how people should behave

shared expectations about how people should behave

Correct Answer:practices,rituals during life events like weddings or funerals

rituals during life events like weddings or funerals

Correct Answer:art and architecture,places of worship, paintings and sculptures

places of worship, paintings and sculptures

Q4.
Modern Britain is home to a diverse range of and cultures.

Correct Answer: faiths

Q5.
Which word means being considerate of others and the world around you?

Correct answer: respect
diverse
tolerance
mutual

Q6.
The value of mutual respect and tolerance helps ensure that ...

Correct answer: everyone is treated fairly and with dignity.
Correct answer: communities can live together peacefully.
communities struggle to thrive.
communities can't learn from each other.

Assessment exit quiz

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6 Questions

Q1.
What is prejudice?

treating people unfairly because of their characteristics
Correct answer: judging people unfairly without knowing them first
a law that protects people from discrimination
when someone reports unfair treatment

Q2.
Discrimination is the unjust of different categories of people based on their characteristics.

Correct Answer: treatment

Q3.
Which of the following can be an impact of prejudice and discrimination on individuals?

increased confidence and improved mental health
more opportunities and social connections
Correct answer: reduced self-esteem and social isolation
better access to education and employment

Q4.
Which statement about discrimination is true?

Only certain faiths and cultures face discrimination.
Culture is a protected characteristic in UK law.
Discrimination only happens in schools and workplaces.
Correct answer: All faiths and cultures can face prejudice and discrimination.

Q5.
Match each scenario to whether it shows prejudice or discrimination.

Correct Answer:prejudice based on faith,assuming someone is strict based on their religion

assuming someone is strict based on their religion

Correct Answer:discrimination,refusing to hire someone because of their faith

refusing to hire someone because of their faith

Correct Answer:prejudice based on culture,thinking stereotypes about a culture

thinking stereotypes about a culture

Q6.
What should someone do if they experience prejudice or discrimination?

Correct answer: Seek advice and support from a trusted adult.
Ignore it and hope it goes away.
Keep it to themselves to avoid causing trouble.
Confront the person alone without any help.