Cultural Beliefs about Inheritance

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In some families in Botswana, sons inherit a large number of cattle because they are believed to be good care takers of:

jewelry and land

kitchen utensils and jewelry

cattle only (correct)

cattle and land

Which human right is violated when a person is sentenced to death?

The right to education

The right to freedom of religion

The right to life (correct)

The right to freedom of speech

Which of the following countries is NOT accused of human rights violation through the use of torture?

Japan

United States of America

China

Canada (correct)

What is the main reason why some families in Botswana do not accept daughters as rightful heirs?

They are not capable of being chiefs Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of inflicting severe pain on crime suspects?

To get information and confessions Signup and view all the answers

Which human right is violated when people are not allowed to worship openly?

The right to freedom of religion Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of acts of religious intolerance?

Violent attacks against people of different religions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a human rights violation?

The use of torture Signup and view all the answers

In which setting are men flogged publicly in Botswana?

At the Kgotla Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of those who believe alimony violates men's rights?

Men's right to use their resources as they see fit Signup and view all the answers

What is the common perception about mothers and fathers in child custody cases?

Mothers are seen as better caregivers for young children Signup and view all the answers

What is the alleged violation of men's rights in child custody cases?

Fathers are not granted equal rights to their children Signup and view all the answers

What is the concern of some single or unmarried fathers?

They are denied the right to see their child Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal recourse for some single or unmarried fathers who are denied their rights to their children?

Seeking legal advice Signup and view all the answers

What is the underlying argument made by those who advocate for men's rights?

Men should have equal rights as women Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of those who oppose the practice of forced marriages?

The violation of men's right to choose their own partner Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of proper child care on the child's behavior?

Reduced negative peer influence Signup and view all the answers

Why do children who are well cared for focus on their studies and talents?

Because their basic needs are taken care of by their parents Signup and view all the answers

What can be one of the results of a nation with well-cared for children?

Well-informed, educated, and skilled nation Signup and view all the answers

How can child abandonment affect the government?

Increase government spending on social welfare programmes Signup and view all the answers

What can be one of the reasons why children who are well cared for behave well?

They are guided, counselled, and helped to understand the difference between right and wrong Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of child abandonment as mentioned in the passage?

A father abandoning his baby with its mother Signup and view all the answers

What can be one of the benefits of proper child care on the nation?

Reduced government spending Signup and view all the answers

Why do children who are not well cared for have to worry about their basic needs?

Because their basic needs are not met Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of abandonment of parental responsibility by one parent?

Emotional abuse of the child Signup and view all the answers

Why do people who were abused as children often abuse their own children?

Because they have learned that abuse is a form of power or discipline Signup and view all the answers

What is a risk associated with children walking alone in unsafe places?

They may be kidnapped, raped, or killed by strangers Signup and view all the answers

Why are children who accept lifts from strangers at risk of being abused?

Because they may be kidnapped, raped, or killed by strangers Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of unplanned and unwanted pregnancies?

Neglect of the child's basic needs Signup and view all the answers

Why are children who use the internet without proper supervision at risk of abuse?

Because they may be vulnerable to sexual abuse by paedophiles Signup and view all the answers

What is a risk associated with adults who abuse drugs and alcohol?

They may physically, emotionally or sexually abuse their children Signup and view all the answers

What is a common result of children being enticed by paedophiles on the internet?

They may be kidnapped or abused sexually Signup and view all the answers

What is a common reason for women to abandon their babies immediately after birth?

Because the father of the baby has refused to accept the pregnancy Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason for child abandonment?

Happy marriage Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of unresolved problems within the family?

Breakup of families Signup and view all the answers

Why do some parents abandon their children with another parent, grandparents or a relative?

Because of irresponsible parenting Signup and view all the answers

What can make raising a child extremely challenging?

The child's severe disability Signup and view all the answers

Why do some parents abandon their children due to poverty?

Because they do not have any means of caring for their children Signup and view all the answers

What can interfere with a parent's lifestyle, leading to child abandonment?

Drugs and alcohol addiction Signup and view all the answers

Who may abandon their children with another parent or a relative?

Irresponsible parents Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Inheritance and Chieftainship

In some families and tribes, the last born son is considered the rightful heir of the home after the death of both parents.
Sons often inherit a large number of cattle, believed to be good caretakers, while daughters inherit less valuable property like kitchen utensils.
In some tribes in Botswana, the firstborn son of the chief is considered the rightful heir of chieftainship, and women are not accepted as capable of being chiefs.

Human Rights Violations

Death penalty: ending a person's life for crimes like murder, treason, and drug trafficking, violating the right to life and protection from torture, cruel, inhuman or degrading punishment.
Countries accused of this violation: Botswana, United States of America, China, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Japan.
Use of torture: inflicting severe pain to get information and confessions, violating the right to be protected from torture, cruel, inhuman or degrading punishment.
Countries accused of this violation: United States of America, China, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Morocco, Russia, and Zimbabwe.
Acts of religious intolerance: not accepting other people's religious beliefs and practices, violating the right to freedom of religion and the freedom to change one's own religion.

Practices that Violate Men's Rights

Corporal punishment: men are flogged publicly, violating the right to be treated equally in dignity and respect.
Alimony: men are often required to financially support their ex-wives, violating their right to use their resources to ensure a standard of living adequate for their health and well-being.
Forced marriages: men are forced into marriages, violating their rights.
Denying divorced fathers custody of their children: violating men's equal rights in the ending of their marriages.
Denying single or unmarried fathers' rights to their children: violating men's right to enjoy the same rights as women.

Practices that Violate Children's Rights

Abandonment by one or both parents: leaving children behind and never coming back, violating their right to care and protection.
Ways of abandoning children: leaving them in unsafe places, dumping them in rubbish bins, leaving them in public places, or abandoning them with a grandparent, neighbor, or stranger.
Factors leading to child abandonment: unwanted pregnancy, lack of support in raising a child, irresponsible parenting, breakup of families, poverty, drugs and alcohol addiction, and challenges of raising a child with health problems or severe disability.

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This quiz explores cultural beliefs about inheritance, including the role of sons and daughters in inheriting property and positions of authority. It highlights the differing values placed on sons and daughters in certain societies.