Year 8 British Values & Character

Which of the below is the correct definition of sexism?

• Treating women differently to men.

• Both conscious and unconscious prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination on the basis of sex.

• The belief that one sex is superior to the other.

• Both conscious and unconscious prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination against homosexual people.

Which of the below is the correct definition of homophobia?

• Both conscious and unconscious prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination on the basis of sex.

• The belief that everyone should be straight.

• Both conscious and unconscious prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination against homosexuals.

• The dislike of gay people.

Which of the below statements are true?

• Historical gender roles have caused sexism.

• Sexism existed in the past but it doesn't today.

• Only women experience sexism.

• Sexism exists as people are like to discriminate against others.

Which of the below statements are false?

• Homosexuality used to be illegal in the UK.

• Before the rise of Christianity, homosexuality was culturally accepted in a range of countries around the world.

• All Christians think homosexuality is wrong.

• Homosexuality is still legal is many countries.

Which of the below is NOT a negative consequence of sexism and/or homophobia?

• Harassment/Abuse

• Lack of opportunities

• Stereotypical expectations

• Climate change

Which of the below countries is most democratic?

• North Korea

• UK

• USA

• Norway

Which of the below is NOT a legal system used around the world?

• Common law

• Cultural law

• Civil law

• Religious law

Which of the below is NOT a reason that law and democracy differ in countries around the world?

• Different histories/cultural norms.

• Different interpretations of how best to run a country.

• Different laws.

• Different levels of political interest.

Which of the below is the correct definition of problem solving?

• the ability to assess and initiate things independently.

• the power or opportunity to act or take charge before others do.

• action of leading a group of people or an organization.

• the process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.

Which of the below is the correct definition of leadership?

• the process of dealing with or controlling things or people.

• action of leading a group of people or an organization.

• the combined action of a group, especially when effective and efficient.

• the feeling or belief that one can have faith in or rely on someone or something.