Quick Stats
- Grade Band
- Grades 6-8
- Reading Level
- Level 11.8
- Word Count
- 283 words
- Published
- Jun 7, 2025
The Dilemma
Hawa and Mila, both 12-year-olds, were best friends who shared everything. One day, Mila confided in Hawa about her struggles at home, where her parents were going through a tough time. Mila felt overwhelmed and asked Hawa to help her with their upcoming science project, which was due soon. Hawa, who had her own responsibilities at home, including helping her younger siblings with their homework, was torn. She valued her friendship with Mila and wanted to support her, but she also felt the weight of her family duties. As the deadline approached, Hawa realized she couldn't do both without sacrificing her own responsibilities or her friendship. Hawa What should they do?
Values in Tension
This dilemma explores the tension between two important values:
Consider how these values might conflict or complement each other in this situation.
Your Options
Focus on family responsibilities.
Assist Mila with her project.
Questions for Reflection
Take a moment to consider these questions. There are no "right" answers – the goal is to explore different perspectives and develop your own reasoning.
- 1
What would you do, and why?
- 2
How does helping Mila affect Hawa's family duties?
- 3
What might happen if Hawa neglects her responsibilities?
- 4
How might Mary Wollstonecraft advise Hawa in this situation?
- 5
Can you recall a time in your own life when you faced a somewhat similar choice or feeling? What did you do?
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Philosophical Perspective
Insights from Mary Wollstonecraft
Take a moment to form your own thoughts first, then click to explore philosophical perspectives.
