Year 11
What is forced marriage?
This lesson will focus on what is meant by honour-based violence and the forms it can take. This lesson covers some content that may be a sensitive topic for you. We recommend checking with a trusted adult before starting or doing the lesson with a trusted adult nearby.
Year 11
What is forced marriage?
This lesson will focus on what is meant by honour-based violence and the forms it can take. This lesson covers some content that may be a sensitive topic for you. We recommend checking with a trusted adult before starting or doing the lesson with a trusted adult nearby.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Clear definition of forced marriage
- Distinction between 'arranged' and 'forced' marriage
- What to do if you suspect, or feel like you are vulnerable to, forced marriage
Content guidance
- Contains conflict or violence.
- Contains references to sexual or domestic abuse.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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5 Questions
Q1.
What is legally required for a marriage to occur in the UK?
A religious ceremony
Rings
Q2.
An arranged marriage is illegal in the UK
True
Q3.
The legal age to marry in the UK is 18
True
Q4.
What is the FMPO?
Forced Marriage Prevention Unit
Forced Matrimony Protection Unit
Q5.
Forced marriage can happen to men and women
False
5 Questions
Q1.
Why might bereavement lead to a forced marriage?
For inheritance issues.
It is customary.
Q2.
Why might members of the LGBTQ+ community be forced into marriage?
Because same sex couples can be married.
Their parents want to see them happy.
Q3.
Why is forced marriage illegal in the UK?
The law means you have to have your parents consent after 18.
The law requires the partners not to have arranged a marriage to which the partner's consent.
Q4.
What must you never do if someone tells you they are being forced to marry
Inform the authorities.
Tell the police.
Q5.
In what year did the Forced Marriage requirement for the police come about?
2010
2020