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QUESTIONS TO DEVELOP A HUMAN RIGHTS DISCUSSION

Introductory Activity

What are human rights?





Are there some basic rights everyone has and are entitled to?





Why are human rights important?





What are some of your rights?





Do you know when you are exercising (using) your human rights or do you take them for granted? Give examples.





Do you think that adults and children have the same rights? Why or why not?





Do you think that people from other countries have the same rights as people in the United States? Explain.





Do you think there should be laws protecting your human rights? Why or why not?





Do you think you could help create or change a law that protects your rights? Give examples.





Are there any human rights that you feel should be protected more than others? Explain why.







 
 
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