Instructions
Read the following scenarios carefully. For each scenario, use critical thinking to answer the questions that follow.
Scenario 1:
Imagine that there is a new school rule stating that students can only use their phones during lunch. Some students believe this rule is unfair because they use their phones for schoolwork as well. Others think it will encourage students to socialize more during breaks.
Questions:
1. What are the pros and cons of this new rule?
2. What alternative solutions could be proposed instead of this rule?
3. How could this rule impact students’ performance in school?
Scenario 2:
A new video game is being released, and it features a controversial theme. Some parents are upset and want to ban the game, while the developers argue that it promotes creativity and teamwork among players.
Questions:
1. What are the arguments for and against banning the video game?
2. How can parents and developers find common ground on this issue?
3. What role do ratings and reviews play in a parent’s decision to allow their child to play the game?
Scenario 3:
A student discovers that a classmate is being bullied and wants to intervene but is afraid of becoming a target themselves. The student is unsure whether to speak up or stay silent.
Questions:
1. What are the potential risks and benefits of intervening in the bullying situation?
2. What other ways could the student support the classmate without directly confronting the bully?
3. Why is it important for students to stand up against bullying?