Quick Stats
- Grade Band
- Grades 6-8
- Reading Level
- Level 9
- Word Count
- 280 words
- Published
- Jun 7, 2025
The Dilemma
Priya and Hannah became close after being paired together for a competition neither of them wanted to enter. One day during recess, they notice a group of students teasing a new student named Alex for wearing glasses. Hannah laughs along with the crowd, but Priya feels uncomfortable. She remembers how it felt when she was new at the school and how difficult it was to make friends. Priya knows that standing up for Alex might mean going against her friends and risking her own social standing. However, she also feels a strong urge to support Alex and show kindness.
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
Join in with the crowd.
Stand up for Alex.
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
Why do you think Priya feels uncomfortable?
- 3
What are the possible outcomes of Priya's choices?
- 4
How might Mary Wollstonecraft advise Priya 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.
