Exploring youth justice in the Victorian era
I can present a convincing argument about youth justice.
Exploring youth justice in the Victorian era
I can present a convincing argument about youth justice.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Victorians were tough on crime to deter people from offending.
- Victorians valued discipline and responsibility.
- It was a middle class myth designed to uphold the class system, that most criminals were working class.
- Rhetorical questions, emotive language and direct address are all types of persuasive language.
- Connectives and repetition are all useful for structuring a persuasive response.
Keywords
Indictment - an indictment means a formal charge or accusation.
Vengeance - vengeance is a punishment inflicted for a wrong that has been committed.
Harbour - to harbour means to shelter or hide a criminal.
Discharge - if you discharge someone, you officially tell them they must leave a place or situation.
Plunder - to plunder means to steal goods from a place or person.
Common misconception
The working class are the social class most likely to commit crime.
What types of crime are more likely to be committed by the wealthy? Why might they be less likely to be punished?
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Equipment
You will need access to a copy of 'The dreadful life and confession of Thomas Mitchel' which is available in the additional materials.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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