the use of animals in scientific research to study biological processes, test medical treatments, or assess product safety

the belief that humans are superior to other animals, justifying their use for human benefit, seen by Peter Singer as morally equivalent to racism

Different religious views about animal experimentation

Religious education

In this unit pupils will focus firstly on the relationship between religion and science - looking at ideas of creation. They will examine how religions view the world - examining concepts such as stewardship. Finally they will examine how religions speak about the sanctity of life.

Religion and life

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

that animals are too different from humans for experiments to be useful

that animals may experience unnecessary suffering

that scientists do not follow any regulations

that animal testing is too expensive to continue

What is the main ethical concern about animal experimentation?

Which Christian denomination is most likely to oppose animal experimentation?

It proved that animal testing is never necessary.

It led to stricter drug testing laws requiring animal trials.

It showed that all drugs must be tested on humans first.

It demonstrated that animal testing is always reliable.

What is the significance of the Thalidomide case in discussions about animal experimentation?

The belief that humans have authority over animals and can use them for their benefit is called ...

Many scientists and religious leaders agree that suffering in animals used for research should be ...

According to Peter Singer, the belief that humans are superior to animals is known as ...

because the Bible states that all animals should be left alone

because Genesis 1:29 suggests that God originally intended humans to eat plants

Why do some Christians choose to follow a vegetarian diet?

that humans should exploit animals for their benefit

that animals are equal to humans in every way

that humans have authority over animals but should treat them with care

that Christians should not eat animals at all

What does the Christian concept of 'dominion' suggest about the use of animals?

They believe animals have intrinsic value.

They believe eating meat harms the environment.

They see vegetarianism as an ethical choice.

Which of the following is **not** a reason Christians might avoid eating meat?

The belief that humans should take care of the Earth and its creatures is called ...

Many Christians believe that causing animals to suffer unnecessarily goes against being ...

A Christian who only eats plant-based foods is likely to follow a {{ }} diet.

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision required

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