WHEN SHOULD KIDS FACE THE LAW?

Vocabulary - B2-C1 | Advance Level

8 $

Mar. 29 Sun , 09:00 USA

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Description

In this advanced lesson, you will explore the concept of criminal liability among minors and discuss whether the age should be raised or lowered. You will learn and practice key legal and social vocabulary while expressing your opinions on youth crime, punishment, and rehabilitation. By the end of the lesson, you should be able to discuss complex societal issues with clarity and confidence.

Session Activities

1: What is the age of criminal responsibility in your country?

2: Should it be lowered or raised?

3: What is the most common crime committed by children in your country?

1: When you hear about crimes committed by children, what is your first reaction?

2: Do you think your country is strict or lenient when it comes to young offenders?

3: Why do you think some children become delinquents? What factors influence them?

4: Do you believe children who commit serious crimes should be held accountable (take responsibility) in the same way as adults?

5: What can governments and communities do to reduce child offenders?

6: Is your country focused more on rehabilitation than punishment toward young offenders?

Delinquent

a young person who commits crimes or misbehaves

Youth detention center

a facility where young offenders are held

Criminal liability

legal responsibility for a crime

Lenient

giving lighter punishment or being more forgiving

Severity/Gravity (of a crime)

how serious a crime is

Get away with

to avoid punishment for something wrong