Marriage : Forms and Types of marriage Social Studies Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Social Studies Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Subject: Social Studies
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 5
Age: 8 years
Topic: Types of Marriage
Sub-topic: Understanding Different Types of Marriage
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

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

1. Identify the major types of marriage in our society.
2. Compare and contrast the major types of marriage in our society.
3. Explain the type of marriage practiced in their culture.

Keywords: Marriage, Types, Society, Culture, Traditional, Christian, Islamic, Customary

Set Induction:
The teacher will show pictures of different types of marriage ceremonies (traditional, Christian, and Islamic) and ask pupils to identify them.

Entry Behaviour:
Pupils have seen or heard about different types of marriage ceremonies in their communities.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures of different marriage ceremonies
• Flashcards with types of marriage
• Storybook about marriage ceremonies

Building Background/Connection to prior knowledge:
The teacher will ask pupils to share their experiences or what they know about different marriage ceremonies.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Observation

Learning Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Pictures of different marriage ceremonies
• Flashcards

Instructional Materials:

• Pictures of marriage ceremonies
• Flashcards
• Storybook about marriage

Content:

1. Types of Marriage:
   • Traditional Marriage: A marriage ceremony that follows the customs and traditions of a particular culture or tribe.
   • Christian Marriage: A marriage ceremony conducted in a church according to Christian religious practices.
   • Islamic Marriage: A marriage ceremony conducted according to Islamic religious practices.
   • Customary Marriage: A marriage recognized by the customs of the people, often involving a dowry and other traditional rites.
2. Comparing and Contrasting Types of Marriage:
   • Traditional vs. Christian: Traditional involves cultural customs; Christian involves church and religious practices.
   • Christian vs. Islamic: Both are religious but differ in their religious rites and ceremonies.
   • Traditional vs. Customary: Both involve cultural practices, but customary may have specific legal recognition.
3. Marriage Practices in Different Cultures:
   • Pupils will share the type of marriage practiced in their own culture.
   • Discuss the unique features of each cultural marriage practice.

Forms  of marriage : This simply refers to the way and manners that couples want to relate with each other in the marriage relationship. Will the marriage relationship be the one with one husband and one wife or one husband with several wives or one wife with many husbands or concubines

There are different forms of marriage in Nigerian communities. They

are:

1. Monogamy : Form of marriage that allows one husband and one wife ;
2. Polygamy : Form of marriage that allows one husband with more than one wives
3. Polyandry : Form of marriage that allows one wife with many husband . This form of marriage practice is frowned at in Nigeria and it is not popular or commonly practised

Monogamy

Monogamy is when a man marries only one wife. This type of marriage is common among Christians in Nigeria. It is believed to be wrong for a Christian to marry more than one wife.

Monogamy is the most common type of marriage.

Polygamy

This is when a man marries two or more wives. It is common among the  Muslims and those who practise traditional religion. This type of marriage is common among the rich people in Nigeria, as they use it to display their wealth. In the traditional setting, people believe that the more wives they have, the more their children would be, as well as their farms and wealth.

Polyandry

Polyandry is when a woman marries more than one husband at a time. This type of marriage is practised in some parts of China, Tibet and Nepel, and India.

Types of Marriage : This simply refers to how people are joined together in matrimony . And this is always a factor of religion and culture . These are types of marriage practices in Nigeria

• Christian or Church marriage
• Moslem or Islam marriage
• Traditional marriage
• Court marriage or marriage by Ordinance

Forms of Marriage:

1. Monogamy: In monogamy, a person can only be married to one spouse at a time. It’s the most common form of marriage in many cultures.
2. Polygamy: Polygamy is when a person is married to multiple spouses at the same time. There are two types:
   • Polygyny: A man is married to multiple wives.
   • Polyandry: A woman is married to multiple husbands

Types of Marriage:

1. Civil Marriage: This type of marriage is recognized and regulated by the government. It often takes place in a courthouse or city hall.
2. Religious Marriage: Religious marriages are performed within the context of a specific religion, like a church wedding for Christians or a mosque wedding for Muslims.
3. Arranged Marriage: In an arranged marriage, families or elders choose the partners for the couple, and the couple may not have much say in the decision.
4. Love Marriage: Love marriages occur when two people choose their partners based on their feelings of love and attraction for each other.

Places Where These Marriages Are Carried Out:

• Civil marriages are usually performed in government offices or courthouses.
• Religious marriages take place in places of worship, like churches, mosques, temples, or synagogues.
• Arranged marriages can happen in family homes or community gatherings.
• Love marriages can occur in various settings, from simple ceremonies to elaborate weddings in different venues like beaches, gardens, or banquet halls.

As a Pupil’s Preference:

As a pupil, I might prefer a love marriage because it allows me to choose a partner based on my feelings and compatibility. It gives me the freedom to decide who I want to spend my life with and allows for a deeper emotional connection. However, it’s essential to respect the diverse choices and cultural practices of others when it comes to marriage.

It’s important to remember that preferences can vary from person to person, and what matters most is finding a form of marriage that aligns with one’s values and beliefs while respecting the traditions of their culture and community

Evaluation :

• explain three forms of marriage 
• mention four types of marriage
• list out places where these marriages are carried out
• say the form of marriage that he or she likes as a pupil 
• Which type of marriage is most popular?
• Polygamy is common what group of people?
• What is polyandry?

Evaluation

1. In ________, a person can only be married to one spouse at a time.
   a) Polygamy
   b) Monogamy
   c) Love marriage
   d) Polyandry

2. Polygamy is when a person is married to ________ spouses at the same time.
   a) Two
   b) Multiple
   c) No
   d) One

3. Religious marriage takes place in places of ________.
   a) Fun
   b) Worship
   c) Work
   d) School

4. In an arranged marriage, families or elders choose the ________.
   a) Clothing
   b) Partners
   c) Food
   d) School

5. Civil marriages often take place in government ________.
   a) Parks
   b) Offices
   c) Museums
   d) Restaurants

6. Love marriages can occur in different venues like beaches, gardens, or ________ halls.
   a) Library
   b) Hospital
   c) Banquet
   d) Office

7. As a pupil, my preference might be a ________ marriage.
   a) Love
   b) Religious
   c) Arranged
   d) Civil

8. Love marriages are based on ________ and attraction.
   a) Friendship
   b) Trust
   c) Love
   d) Rules

9. When it comes to marriage, it’s essential to respect ________ choices and cultural practices.
   a) Different people’s
   b) My friend’s
   c) Teacher’s
   d) Pet’s

10. Marriage preferences can vary from ________ to person.
    a) Marriage
    b) Day
    c) Person
    d) Time

11. What is the form of marriage where a person can have multiple spouses?
    a) Monogamy
    b) Polygamy
    c) Love marriage
    d) Arranged marriage

12. Where does a civil marriage usually take place?
    a) In a hospital
    b) In a government office
    c) In a school
    d) In a park

13. What type of marriage is based on feelings of love and attraction?
    a) Arranged marriage
    b) Polygamy
    c) Religious marriage
    d) Love marriage

14. In which form of marriage does a person choose their partner based on love?
    a) Arranged marriage
    b) Monogamy
    c) Love marriage
    d) Polyandry

15. Why is it important to respect different people’s choices in marriage?
    a) Because everyone likes the same type of marriage
    b) Because it’s fun to make fun of others’ choices
    c) Because people have different beliefs and traditions
    d) Because it’s not important to respect others

Fill-in-the-blank questions:

1. A marriage ceremony that follows customs and traditions is called _____.
   a) Traditional b) Christian c) Islamic d) Customary
2. A marriage conducted in a church is a _____ marriage.
   a) Christian b) Traditional c) Islamic d) Customary
3. Islamic marriage follows _____ religious practices.
   a) Islamic b) Christian c) Traditional d) Customary
4. Traditional marriage involves the customs of a _____ or tribe.
   a) culture b) church c) mosque d) school
5. Customary marriage often involves a _____.
   a) dowry b) party c) feast d) game
6. A Christian marriage ceremony is held in a _____.
   a) church b) mosque c) hall d) home
7. Traditional marriage follows the customs and _____ of people.
   a) traditions b) religions c) festivals d) holidays
8. Islamic marriage involves _____.
   a) Islamic rites b) cultural dances c) church services d) feasts
9. Customary marriage is recognized by the _____.
   a) customs b) religions c) schools d) shops
10. Traditional marriage is a _____ ceremony.
    a) cultural b) religious c) formal d) informal
11. Christian marriage is based on _____ practices.
    a) religious b) cultural c) traditional d) social
12. Islamic marriage is conducted according to _____ practices.
    a) Islamic b) Christian c) traditional d) customary
13. Customary marriage often involves traditional _____.
    a) rites b) games c) songs d) foods
14. Traditional marriage is common in many _____.
    a) cultures b) religions c) schools d) businesses
15. In Islamic marriage, the ceremony is often held in a _____.
    a) mosque b) church c) hall d) school

15 FAQs with answers:

1. Q: What is a traditional marriage? A: It is a marriage ceremony that follows the customs and traditions of a particular culture or tribe.
2. Q: Where is a Christian marriage conducted? A: In a church.
3. Q: What are the main features of an Islamic marriage? A: It follows Islamic religious practices and is often held in a mosque.
4. Q: What is a customary marriage? A: It is a marriage recognized by the customs of the people, often involving traditional rites and a dowry.
5. Q: How does a traditional marriage differ from a Christian marriage? A: Traditional marriage involves cultural customs, while Christian marriage involves church and religious practices.
6. Q: What is a dowry in a customary marriage? A: It is a gift or payment given to the bride’s family.
7. Q: Can you name a type of marriage that involves a religious ceremony? A: Christian or Islamic marriage.
8. Q: What is unique about traditional marriage? A: It follows the specific customs and traditions of a culture or tribe.
9. Q: Why is customary marriage important in some cultures? A: It is legally recognized and involves traditional rites important to the community.
10. Q: How is an Islamic marriage similar to a Christian marriage? A: Both are religious ceremonies but follow different religious rites.
11. Q: What is a common feature of customary marriage? A: The involvement of a dowry and traditional rites.
12. Q: Where is a traditional marriage commonly practiced? A: In various cultures and tribes around the world.
13. Q: What is one main difference between Islamic and traditional marriages? A: Islamic marriage follows religious practices, while traditional marriage follows cultural customs.
14. Q: Can you have both a customary and a Christian marriage? A: Yes, some people choose to have both to honor their cultural and religious traditions.
15. Q: What role do customs play in a traditional marriage? A: Customs dictate the specific practices and ceremonies involved in the marriage.

Presentation:

• Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, “Meaning of Marriage.”
• Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic, “Types of Marriage.”
• Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions and corrects them when and where necessary.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Show pictures of different marriage ceremonies.
• Explain the types of marriage and their features.
• Guide a discussion on marriage practices in different cultures.

Learners’ Activities:

• Observe the pictures and identify the types of marriage.
• Listen and ask questions about different types of marriage.
• Participate in a discussion about marriage practices in their own culture.

Assessment:

1. Identify the major types of marriage in our society.
2. Compare and contrast traditional and Christian marriages.
3. Explain the type of marriage practiced in your culture.

Ten Evaluation Questions:

1. What is traditional marriage?
2. Where is a Christian marriage conducted?
3. What is involved in a customary marriage?
4. How does an Islamic marriage differ from a traditional marriage?
5. What is a dowry?
6. What customs are followed in a traditional marriage?
7. Why is a Christian marriage held in a church?
8. What religious practices are involved in an Islamic marriage?
9. How are customary and traditional marriages similar?
10. Can a person have both a customary and a Christian marriage?

Conclusion: The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provides necessary corrections and feedback on the topic.

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