Sources of Danger and Insecurity: Bombing I – Basic 2 Security Education Lesson Note (First Term)

Learning Objectives: By the end of this lesson, pupils should be able to:

• explain bombing
• outline the negative effects of bombing explosion in the environment

Lesson Content:

What is Bombing? Bombing is when bad people use explosive materials to destroy things and hurt people. It makes a very loud noise and can break buildings.

What Happens During Bombing:

• Very loud explosion sound
• Buildings can fall down
• People get hurt or die
• Things get destroyed
• Smoke and fire everywhere

Negative Effects of Bombing in the Environment:

1. People get hurt: Many people can die or get injured
2. Buildings destroyed: Houses, schools, and shops can be broken
3. Fear: People become very afraid
4. Pollution: Smoke and dust make the air dirty
5. Animals run away: Animals get scared and leave the area
6. Plants die: Trees and flowers can be destroyed
7. Roads damaged: Cars cannot pass easily

Multiple Choice Exercise:

1. What is bombing? a) Playing with toys b) Using explosives to destroy things c) Cooking food d) Reading books 
2. What sound does bombing make? a) Quiet whisper b) Sweet music c) Very loud explosion d) No sound at all 
3. Bombing can cause: a) People to be happy b) Buildings to fall down c) More food d) Better roads 
4. Which is NOT an effect of bombing? a) People get hurt b) Buildings are destroyed c) Children play happily d) Air becomes dirty 

Answers: 1(b), 2(c), 3(b), 4(c)