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

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

• define riot
• explain causes of riot
• discuss how riot can be curbed in school

Lesson Content:

What is a Riot?

 A riot is when a group of angry people fight, destroy things, and cause trouble in public places. They break things and hurt people.

What Happens During a Riot:

• People shout angrily
• They break windows and doors
• They fight with each other
• Police come to stop them
• People get injured
• Properties are destroyed

Causes of Riot:

1. Disagreements: When people cannot agree on something
2. Unfair treatment: When some people are treated badly
3. Anger: When people are very upset about something
4. Politics: During elections or government issues
5. Religious differences: When people of different religions fight
6. Rumors: False stories that make people angry
7. Poverty: When people don’t have enough money or food

Effects of Riot:

• People get hurt or die
• Buildings and cars are destroyed
• Schools and shops close
• Fear in the community
• Loss of money and property
• Children cannot go to school

How to Curb Riot in School:

Prevention:

1. Teach peace: Learn to live peacefully with others
2. Solve problems by talking: Don’t fight, discuss issues
3. Report bullying: Tell teachers when someone is being mean
4. Be fair to everyone: Treat all students equally
5. Avoid gossip: Don’t spread false stories

During a Riot:

1. Stay calm: Don’t panic or join the fighting
2. Find a teacher: Go to a trusted adult immediately
3. Stay indoors: Don’t go outside
4. Follow instructions: Do what teachers and adults say
5. Stay together: Don’t separate from your class

Multiple Choice Exercise:

1. A riot is when people: a) Play peacefully b) Fight and destroy things c) Study quietly d) Help each other 
2. Riots can be caused by: a) People being happy b) Everyone agreeing c) Disagreements and anger d) Good weather 
3. During a riot in school, you should: a) Join the fighting b) Run around screaming c) Find a teacher d) Break more things 
4. To prevent riots, we should: a) Spread false stories b) Teach peace and fairness c) Encourage fighting d) Ignore problems 

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