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Year 10 - Citizenship

What is speaking truth to power?

What tools can we use to challenge injustice in our communities?

Unit Summary

Pupils consider a diverse range of case studies to develop their understanding of how and why people challenge injustice in their communities.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to explain what speaking truth to power means, and how a speech can be used to challenge injustice and influence change.

Key Notes

  • Speaking truth to power means challenging unfairness by sharing honest views with those in charge.
  • People in power include leaders, politicians, and organisations that can make or change rules.
  • Speeches and messages can be powerful tools to challenge injustice and raise awareness.
  • Speaking out helps influence change and can inspire others to take action too.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • power: having control or authority over something or someone
  • injustice: when something is not fair or right, especially when someone's rights are violated

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Only famous people or those in power can speak truth to power and challenge injustice to make a difference.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain the lesson in two key points.

Speaking truth to power means challenging unfairness by sharing honest views with those in charge. People in power include leaders, politicians, and organisations that can make or change rules.

2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'power'

having control or authority over something or someone.

3. Correct this common mistake.

Mistake: Only famous people or those in power can speak truth to power and challenge injustice to make a difference. Correction: Anyone, including young people, can speak truth to power and challenge injustice. Powerful speeches and actions have come from ordinary individuals who spoke out with courage and clarity.

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