A History of Unbelief: Children and unbelief, Part 1

The video explores the research conducted by Dr. Rachel Shillito on nonreligious upbringing in the UK. It examines how children develop beliefs and unbelief, highlighting their rational approach to belief in entities like Santa Claus while maintaining unbelief in God. The video discusses how unbelief is transmitted through home environments where religion is often not discussed, and contrasts this with the explicit religious education in schools. This dual exposure allows children to reflect on their nonreligious identity.

What is the primary focus of Dr. Rachel Shillito's research?

• How children in the UK grow up nonreligious

• The history of the Catholic Church in Ireland

• The role of religion in adult life

• The impact of religious education on adults

How do children typically view their unbelief in God?

• As a rejection of all supernatural beliefs

• As a conflict with belief in mythical figures

• As a belief in science and the Big Bang theory

• As a need for additional parental figures

What is a common reason children give for their unbelief in God?

• They have never heard of God

• They believe in multiple gods

• They have no interest in science

• They feel they don't need an additional figure watching over them

What is one way unbelief is transmitted to children at home?

• Through mandatory religious practices

• Through explicit religious teachings

• By avoiding discussions about religion

• By encouraging belief in mythical figures

How does religious education in schools affect children's views?

• It discourages them from exploring other beliefs

• It reinforces their nonreligious identity

• It has no impact on their beliefs

• It makes them more religious