Commandments

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In pairs look at the following laws and rules from the past… decide which are true and which are false? Crimes and punishments of the past…

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30 years ago murderers could be killed by hanging in Britain In 1450 the death penalty was used to punish serious offences such as murder and arson. In 1815 you could be hanged for stealing goods worth 5 shillings (25p) The most common crime in the Middle Ages was murder 25 years ago teachers were allowed to punish pupils by hitting them with a cane 50 years ago it was a crime to swear in a church Between 1450 and 1750 it was a crime to practice witchcraft, which was punishable by death.

What are the 10 commandments and which are still relevant today? Commandments You shall have no other gods before me You shall not make for yourself an idol You shall not misuse the Lord’s name Remember the Sabbath and keep it holy Honor your father and mother You shall not murder You shall not commit adultery You shall not steal You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour You shall not covet your neighbour's house

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