1.
Maya and Jacob were walking home when they saw a wallet on the sidewalk. Jacob immediately picked it up and said they should turn it in to the nearest police station. Maya thought it would be faster to post about it on the neighborhood social media page so the owner could claim it. Jacob worried that posting online might attract dishonest people who would pretend it was theirs. Maya argued that going to the police station could take hours. They couldn’t agree on the best approach.
Your Task: Do you agree with Jacob’s idea or Maya’s? Write a paragraph explaining your choice.

2.
During lunch at work, Sarah noticed her coworker, Daniel, struggling to open a jar of sauce. She offered to help, but Daniel refused, saying he could handle it. After a few minutes, he still hadn’t opened it. Sarah stepped in and opened it for him without asking again. Daniel felt embarrassed and said she should have respected his “no.” Sarah said she was just trying to save time and be helpful. They both left lunch feeling slightly awkward.
Your Task: Was Sarah right to help without asking again, or should she have respected Daniel’s refusal? Explain your opinion in a paragraph.

3.
Liam and Zoe were assigned a group project in class. Liam suggested meeting in person to work together, but Zoe preferred doing everything online so she could manage her time better. Liam believed meeting in person would lead to better teamwork and fewer misunderstandings. Zoe argued that online meetings save time and make it easier to focus. They ended up splitting the project and working separately.
Your Task: Do you think Liam’s approach or Zoe’s was better? Write a paragraph supporting your view.

4.
At the grocery store, Mark saw a child drop a candy bar without noticing. Before he could say anything, his friend Lucas picked it up and put it in the store’s “lost and found” box at the customer service desk. Mark thought they should have tried to find the child and return it directly, as it might have been special to them. Lucas believed going to the customer service desk was more efficient.
Your Task: Do you agree with Mark’s approach or Lucas’s? Write a paragraph explaining your choice.

5.
Nina and her sister Emma were in line at a café when an older man cut in front of them without realizing. Nina decided to let it go, saying it wasn’t worth making a scene. Emma thought they should politely point it out so he would know and correct his mistake. Nina felt it might embarrass him, but Emma believed it was about fairness.
Your Task: Do you agree with Nina’s decision to stay quiet or Emma’s choice to speak up? Write a paragraph explaining your reasoning.

6.
Olivia and Daniel were walking through the park when they saw a group of kids picking flowers from the public garden. Daniel wanted to tell the kids to stop, explaining that the flowers were meant for everyone to enjoy. Olivia thought it wasn’t their place to interfere and that maybe the kids were just having fun. Daniel worried that if no one said anything, the flowers would be gone in a week. Olivia felt it wasn’t worth upsetting anyone over a few flowers. They couldn’t agree on whether to act.
Your Task: Do you agree with Daniel’s approach or Olivia’s? Write a paragraph explaining your choice.

7.
At a family dinner, Kevin started talking about his plan to move to another city for a new job. His cousin Mia interrupted and began sharing her own moving experience, giving advice without being asked. Kevin listened politely but later told another cousin he felt Mia had taken over the conversation. Mia believed she was being helpful by offering tips he might need. Kevin felt she should have let him share his excitement first.
Your Task: Was Mia being supportive or was she interrupting? Write a paragraph giving your opinion.

8.
Sophie and Ryan were out shopping when they saw a store selling jackets at 50% off. Sophie thought it was a great deal and wanted to buy one immediately. Ryan, however, said they should wait and check other stores to compare prices. Sophie argued that the sale might end soon, while Ryan believed rushing could lead to regret. They stood in the store for a few minutes, debating what to do.
Your Task: Was Sophie right to buy immediately, or was Ryan right to wait? Write a paragraph supporting your opinion.

9.
In their apartment building, Alex and Priya noticed that someone had left trash in the hallway. Alex wanted to clean it up right away so the building wouldn’t smell. Priya said it wasn’t their responsibility and that the person who made the mess should be reported to the building manager. Alex argued that by waiting, they would all have to deal with the smell, but Priya insisted that people need to take responsibility for their own actions.
Your Task: Do you think Alex’s quick action or Priya’s wait-and-report approach is better? Write a paragraph explaining your view.

10.
During a group lunch at work, Emma saw a coworker spill some water. She quickly grabbed a napkin and cleaned it up, even though it wasn’t near her. Her coworker, Max, later told her he appreciated the help, but another colleague, Hannah, said she thought Emma made Max feel like he couldn’t handle it himself. Emma felt she was just being kind, while Hannah believed it’s better to offer help first rather than act without asking.
Your Task: Do you agree with Emma’s action or Hannah’s opinion? Write a paragraph with your reasoning.

11.
James and his neighbor, Carla, were both standing in line at the grocery store when they noticed an elderly man ahead of them struggling to count his change. James immediately offered to pay for the difference so the man wouldn’t have to put anything back. Carla quietly told James that he should have waited to see if the man wanted help, because some people might feel embarrassed. James believed that stepping in right away was the kind thing to do. Carla thought it was important to respect the man’s independence.
Your Task: Do you agree with James’s quick help or Carla’s wait-and-see approach? Write a paragraph explaining your choice.

12.
Nina was preparing for an important presentation when her friend Sam dropped by unannounced. Sam wanted to talk about a personal problem and seemed upset. Nina listened for a while but eventually told Sam she needed to get back to work. Sam later said he felt hurt that she didn’t give him more time. Nina explained that she had a deadline and couldn’t risk being unprepared. Sam believed that friends should make time when someone is going through something hard.
Your Task: Was Nina right to put her work first, or was Sam right to expect more time? Write a paragraph supporting your opinion.

13.
During a school group project, Leo noticed that one member, Clara, hadn’t done her part of the work. Instead of confronting her directly, he quietly finished her section so the group wouldn’t get a bad grade. Another group member, Mia, was upset when she found out, saying that Clara should be held accountable and that Leo’s action let her avoid responsibility. Leo believed that the group’s success was more important than pointing fingers. Mia believed that fairness mattered more than covering for someone.
Your Task: Do you agree with Leo’s choice or Mia’s point of view? Write a paragraph explaining your reasoning.

14.
At the park, Jacob saw a child struggling to get a ball out of a tree. The child’s parent was nearby but not paying attention. Jacob climbed up and got the ball for the child, who was very happy. Later, a friend told him he should have asked the parent first before getting involved. Jacob felt it was a harmless way to help. His friend worried that some parents might not like strangers helping their children without permission.
Your Task: Was Jacob right to act immediately, or should he have spoken to the parent first? Write a paragraph giving your opinion.

15.
Lena hosted a dinner for her coworkers and noticed one person didn’t eat much. She quietly asked if they didn’t like the food. The coworker said they were fine, but later a mutual friend mentioned that they felt uncomfortable being singled out. Lena believed she was being considerate by checking in. The coworker thought it would have been better to leave it alone and not draw attention.
Your Task: Was Lena being thoughtful, or was she unintentionally making the guest feel awkward? Write a paragraph explaining your perspective.

21.
Sophie was at a family barbecue when her cousin accidentally spilled juice on her new dress. The cousin immediately apologized, but Sophie, feeling embarrassed, walked away without saying much. Later, Sophie wondered if she should have responded differently in the moment. Her cousin thought Sophie’s silence meant she was angry. Sophie believed she was just trying to avoid making a scene.
Your Task: Should Sophie have responded verbally to show she accepted the apology, or was her silence understandable? Write a paragraph giving your opinion.

22.
Liam was grocery shopping when he noticed a child wandering alone near the entrance. He stayed with the child and called for store staff, but the child began crying loudly. Later, the parent thanked Liam but mentioned that he could have simply told an employee without approaching the child directly. Liam believed his actions were necessary to keep the child safe. The parent thought it could have been handled in a less alarming way.
Your Task: Was Liam’s direct involvement the right choice, or should he have left it to store staff immediately? Write a paragraph explaining your view.

23.
Nora lent her neighbor a power tool, asking them to return it by Friday. The neighbor didn’t return it until the following Wednesday, saying they were too busy to bring it back. Nora felt frustrated because she needed it for a weekend project. The neighbor thought it wasn’t a big deal since they eventually returned it in good condition.
Your Task: Should Nora address her frustration with the neighbor, or let it go since the tool was returned? Write a paragraph supporting your opinion.

24.
Ethan was at a friend’s party when he overheard two guests arguing. He stepped in to calm them down, but one of the guests told him to stay out of it because it wasn’t his business. Ethan thought he was helping prevent the argument from escalating. The guest felt Ethan was interfering without knowing the full story.
Your Task: Was Ethan right to step in, or should he have stayed out of the situation? Write a paragraph giving your reasoning.

25.
Maria’s coworker sent her an email with a small mistake in the project report. Instead of replying to the coworker directly, Maria corrected it and sent the updated version to the whole team. The coworker felt embarrassed, saying Maria should have mentioned it privately. Maria thought it was faster to make the change and share the correct version right away.
Your Task: Was Maria’s choice efficient and acceptable, or should she have handled it privately? Write a paragraph explaining your opinion.

26.
Owen borrowed his sister’s car while his own was in the shop. He promised to fill the gas tank before returning it, but when he brought it back, the tank was only half full. He explained that he didn’t have time to stop for gas, but he would pay her back later. His sister was upset because she needed the car that day and had to stop for gas herself.
Your Task: Was Owen’s promise broken in a way that needed an immediate fix, or is offering to pay later an acceptable solution? Write a paragraph with your opinion.

27.
Clara was at the gym when she noticed someone using a machine incorrectly, which could cause injury. She politely explained the correct form, but the person frowned and said they didn’t need advice. Clara thought she was helping, but the person felt embarrassed in front of others.
Your Task: Was Clara right to correct a stranger for safety reasons, or should she have kept quiet unless asked? Write a paragraph stating your position.

28.
Marcus invited a friend over for dinner and prepared a homemade meal. When his friend arrived, they brought takeout food instead, saying they were craving something else. Marcus felt hurt that his effort was ignored. The friend didn’t think it was a big deal since they still ate together.
Your Task: Was the friend’s choice disrespectful to Marcus, or is it acceptable if both still enjoyed the evening? Write a paragraph explaining your view.

29.
Emma found a wallet in a parking lot with $60 inside. She turned it in to the store’s customer service desk without leaving her name. Later, she heard from a mutual friend that the wallet owner had wished to thank whoever returned it. Some friends told Emma she should have accepted the thanks, while others thought her quiet return was the most honorable.
Your Task: Was Emma right to remain anonymous, or should she have let the owner know it was her? Write a paragraph with your reasoning.

30.
Caleb was in a group project where one member did not contribute much work. When it came time to present, Caleb chose not to mention the lack of effort, so the group received equal credit. Some teammates thought he did the right thing to avoid conflict, while others believed fairness required speaking up.
Your Task: Was Caleb right to protect the group harmony, or should he have addressed the unequal work? Write a paragraph defending your opinion.

31.
Hannah’s neighbor asked if she could water their plants while they were away for a week. She agreed and took care of them daily, but on the last day, she noticed one plant had wilted because she had accidentally skipped watering it the previous day. When her neighbor returned, they thanked her but mentioned that one plant had died. Hannah apologized and offered to replace it, but the neighbor said it wasn’t necessary. Later, another neighbor told her she should have been more careful since she agreed to the responsibility.
Your Task: Should Hannah feel obligated to replace the plant, or was her effort enough despite one mistake? Write a paragraph with your opinion.

32.
Liam went to a new café with a friend. They ordered at the counter, and when the drinks arrived, Liam realized his coffee was wrong—it had milk even though he had asked for none. His friend told him not to make a fuss, but Liam felt he should ask for the correct drink since he paid for it. The barista seemed busy, and Liam didn’t want to cause trouble, so he drank it anyway. Later, he felt frustrated for not speaking up.
Your Task: Should Liam have politely asked for the correct order, or was it better to avoid making a scene? Write a paragraph sharing your view.

33.
Maya’s co-worker forgot their lunch, so she offered to share hers. The co-worker accepted, but then ate more than half of it without asking. Maya didn’t say anything because she didn’t want to make them feel bad. Later, she told a friend about it, and the friend said she should have spoken up in the moment. Maya wonders if letting it go was the kind thing to do, or if she should have addressed it right away to set boundaries.
Your Task: Was Maya right to stay quiet, or should she have expressed her feelings in the moment? Write a paragraph with your reasoning.

34.
Oliver lent his cousin a book that he really enjoyed and wanted back. Months passed, and the cousin hadn’t returned it. When Oliver finally asked, the cousin said they had given it to another friend to read. Oliver felt upset because he never agreed to let someone else borrow it. The cousin thought it was fine since they expected the book to come back eventually. Now, Oliver isn’t sure whether to push for the book’s return or let it go.
Your Task: Should Oliver insist on getting his book back quickly, or accept that it will take more time? Write a paragraph with your opinion.

35.
Sofia and her friends were at a restaurant when the bill came. One person in the group suggested splitting it evenly, even though Sofia had ordered only a small salad and water. She didn’t want to create tension, so she agreed and paid much more than her share. Later, she wondered if she should have spoken up. Some friends say it’s just part of group outings, while others believe it’s unfair.
Your Task: Should Sofia have spoken up about paying only for what she ordered, or was it better to go along with the group? Write a paragraph with your reasoning.

36.
Ethan’s neighbor asked if he could borrow his ladder for the weekend to clean the gutters. Ethan agreed, but when the ladder was returned, it had scratches and a small dent. The neighbor didn’t mention the damage, and Ethan wasn’t sure if it had happened before or during the borrowing. His spouse told him he should ask about it, but Ethan didn’t want to cause awkwardness since they live next door. Now, every time he uses the ladder, he notices the dent and feels frustrated.
Your Task: Should Ethan ask his neighbor about the damage, or is it better to leave it alone? Write a paragraph sharing your opinion.

37.
Claire was working on a group project at work where each person was supposed to contribute equally. One team member barely did any work, but still wanted their name on the final report. Claire felt it was unfair, especially since she had stayed late several nights to finish tasks. Her manager praised the whole team for the success, and Claire debated whether to mention the lack of contribution. Some say she should bring it up to ensure fairness; others believe it’s better to let it go this time.
Your Task: Should Claire speak to her manager about the unequal effort, or keep quiet? Write a paragraph explaining your view.

38.
Noah was walking his dog when it ran onto a neighbor’s lawn and accidentally stepped on a flowerbed, breaking a few flowers. The neighbor didn’t see it happen, and Noah’s dog quickly came back to him. Noah considered telling the neighbor and offering to replace the flowers, but he also thought it might not be worth mentioning since it wasn’t intentional. His friend later said honesty would have been best.
Your Task: Should Noah have told the neighbor about the broken flowers, or was it fine not to say anything? Write a paragraph giving your reasoning.

39.
Leah was in line at the grocery store when she noticed the cashier gave her $5 too much in change. She was in a hurry and didn’t say anything at the time. Later, she wondered if she should have told the cashier, since it could come out of their paycheck or cause trouble for them. Some people told her it was just luck, while others said keeping it was wrong. Leah still isn’t sure what the right choice was.
Your Task: Should Leah have returned the extra money immediately, or was it okay to keep it? Write a paragraph explaining your opinion.

40.
Daniel and a friend were cooking dinner together when his friend accidentally spilled a full glass of water on Daniel’s phone. The phone still worked, but later that week, the screen began glitching. Daniel mentioned the problem to his friend, who apologized but didn’t offer to help pay for repairs. Daniel wondered if he should ask for part of the repair cost or just cover it himself. His sister says a true friend would offer to help, but Daniel doesn’t want to seem demanding.
Your Task: Should Daniel ask his friend to contribute to the repair, or pay for it himself? Write a paragraph with your reasoning.

41.
Sophie was at a café when she saw someone leave their wallet on the table after paying. The person had already walked out the door, and Sophie was next in line to order. She considered chasing after them, but she didn’t want to lose her place. Instead, she gave the wallet to the cashier and told them to hold it until the person came back. Later, a friend told her she should have gone after the person herself to be sure they got it.
Your Task: Was Sophie right to leave the wallet with the cashier, or should she have returned it personally? Write a paragraph explaining your view.

42.
Mason and his co-worker were both up for the same promotion. Mason overheard their boss asking his co-worker about a small mistake from months ago. The co-worker gave an honest but slightly incomplete answer that made the mistake seem less serious. Mason knew more details that could make his co-worker look bad but didn’t say anything. Afterward, Mason wondered if keeping quiet was fair or if he should have spoken up.
Your Task: Should Mason have told the boss everything he knew, or was it fair to stay quiet? Write a paragraph giving your opinion.

43.
Ella offered to carpool with a neighbor to work every day to save gas. For the first few weeks, they took turns driving, but lately, the neighbor has been letting Ella drive almost every day without offering gas money. Ella feels awkward asking for money, but she’s starting to feel it’s unfair. She doesn’t want to damage the friendship, but she also doesn’t want to keep paying for all the gas.
Your Task: Should Ella ask for gas money, or just accept the extra cost to avoid tension? Write a paragraph explaining what you think she should do.

44.
Ryan was waiting at a red light when he saw the car in front of him drop a bag out of its window. At first, he thought it was trash, but then he saw it was a shopping bag with something inside. The light turned green, and Ryan hesitated—he could get out and grab it, but that would mean holding up traffic. He ended up driving away. Later, he kept wondering what was in the bag and if he should have tried to return it.
Your Task: Should Ryan have stopped to pick up the bag, or was driving away the better choice? Write a paragraph with your reasoning.

45.
Hannah invited a few friends over for dinner and spent hours cooking. One friend showed up late without letting her know and didn’t seem very appreciative of the meal. After they left, Hannah felt hurt and wondered if she should say something about it. Another friend told her it wasn’t worth mentioning because the guest might not have realized how much effort she put in.
Your Task: Should Hannah tell her friend she felt unappreciated, or let it go? Write a paragraph sharing your opinion.

46.
Liam was at a busy supermarket when he noticed a woman struggling to reach a box on a high shelf. She looked frustrated and was about to walk away. Liam could have stepped in to help, but he was in a hurry to finish his shopping before picking up his kids. He decided not to say anything and kept moving. Later, he wondered if a small gesture like that could have made a difference to her day.
Your Task: Should Liam have stopped to help, even if it meant taking more time? Write a paragraph with your opinion.

47.
Olivia was assigned to work on a group project with three classmates. She did most of the work herself because the others kept missing deadlines. When it came time to submit the project, she listed all their names as equal contributors. One of her friends said she should have told the teacher about the lack of effort. Olivia thought that might cause trouble and wanted to avoid drama.
Your Task: Should Olivia have reported the group’s lack of participation, or was it better to stay quiet? Write a paragraph explaining your viewpoint.

48.
Daniel found a small scratch on his friend’s car after borrowing it for the weekend. He wasn’t sure if he caused it or if it had been there before. The scratch was minor but noticeable. Daniel thought about telling his friend, but he worried they might get upset and blame him. In the end, he didn’t mention it.
Your Task: Should Daniel have told his friend about the scratch, even if he wasn’t sure he caused it? Write a paragraph explaining what you think he should do.

49.
Chloe ordered takeout and noticed when it arrived that she had received extra food she hadn’t paid for. She was hungry, and the food smelled delicious. She thought about calling the restaurant to tell them about the mistake but decided to keep it. A friend told her it was probably just a small error and no big deal.
Your Task: Was Chloe wrong to keep the extra food, or is it fine since it was the restaurant’s mistake? Write a paragraph explaining your opinion.

50.
Ethan’s neighbor asked him to watch their cat for a week while they were away. On the third day, Ethan accidentally forgot to visit until late at night, meaning the cat went many hours without food or company. The cat was fine, but Ethan felt guilty. He considered telling the neighbor what happened but decided not to in case it worried them.
Your Task: Should Ethan have told his neighbor about forgetting, or was it better to say nothing since the cat was okay? Write a paragraph with your thoughts.

51.
Sofia went to a store and saw a child knock over a display of toys. The child quickly walked away without saying anything, and the staff didn’t notice. Sofia thought about telling the staff, but she didn’t want the child to get in trouble. She ended up walking past the mess.
Your Task: Should Sofia have told the staff so the toys could be picked up, or was she right to leave it alone? Write a paragraph explaining your reasoning.

52.
Jack’s friend asked if Jack liked the new painting they made. Jack didn’t like it at all, but he knew his friend had worked very hard on it. He told them it looked great, even though it wasn’t his style. Later, he wondered if he should have been more honest.
Your Task: Was Jack right to say he liked the painting, or should he have told the truth in a kind way? Write a paragraph sharing your opinion.

53.
Maya lent her co-worker a pen, and they accidentally took it home. The pen wasn’t expensive, but it was one of her favorites. She debated whether to ask for it back or let it go. She didn’t want to seem petty, but she also missed using it.
Your Task: Should Maya ask for the pen back, or should she just forget about it? Write a paragraph with your reasoning.

54.
Henry overheard a classmate sharing incorrect information about an upcoming test. He knew the right details and could have spoken up, but he didn’t want to embarrass them in front of others. He decided to say nothing. Later, he realized some people might study the wrong material.
Your Task: Should Henry have corrected the classmate publicly, or was it better to keep quiet? Write a paragraph explaining your thoughts.

55.
Isla was in a clothing store when she saw another customer accidentally leave their shopping bag at the fitting room. She considered taking it to the counter but hesitated because she was in a rush to get home. She ended up leaving without doing anything. Later, she felt guilty.
Your Task: Should Isla have taken the bag to the counter, or was it okay to leave it? Write a paragraph with your opinion.

56.
Noah was walking through a park when he saw a jogger drop their phone without noticing. He picked it up and looked around but didn’t see which direction the jogger had gone. He considered leaving the phone on a bench, thinking they might retrace their steps, but then worried someone else might take it. He could also turn it in at the park office, but that would mean going out of his way. In the end, he kept walking with the phone in his hand, unsure what to do next.
Your Task: What should Noah have done in this situation? Write your opinion.

57.
Ava was at a café when she overheard two strangers talking about a wallet they had just found outside. They were joking about keeping the money inside before returning it. Ava felt uncomfortable but didn’t know if she should step in and say something. She didn’t want to get involved in a conflict, but she also knew the rightful owner might need that money. She ended up staying quiet and leaving the café soon after. Later, she kept thinking about it and wondered if she had done the right thing.
Your Task: Should Ava have spoken up or stayed out of it? Explain your view.

58.
Oliver’s coworker sent him a report to review before their meeting. As he read through it, Oliver noticed several mistakes that could cause problems for their team if left uncorrected. However, the meeting was in less than an hour, and he knew pointing them out might embarrass his coworker. He debated whether to quietly fix them himself or let the coworker handle it later. In the end, he decided to leave the report as it was. During the meeting, the mistakes were noticed by the boss.
Your Task: Should Oliver have corrected the mistakes beforehand or left them alone? Share your opinion.

59.
Ella was shopping at a farmer’s market when she saw a vendor accidentally give a customer too much change. The customer smiled, pocketed the money, and walked away. Ella knew the vendor worked hard and probably couldn’t afford to lose that much money. She considered chasing after the customer or telling the vendor, but she hesitated because she didn’t want to create a scene. In the end, she walked away without saying anything. Later, she felt uneasy about her decision.
Your Task: Should Ella have stepped in, or was it better to mind her own business? Give your thoughts.

60.
Liam’s class was assigned to work in pairs on a presentation. His partner didn’t contribute much, so Liam ended up doing most of the research and writing. On the day of the presentation, his partner received praise from the teacher for their “team effort.” Liam stayed silent and accepted the compliment as if they had worked equally. He wondered if he should have spoken up but didn’t want to cause tension. Now he’s unsure if he let his partner take credit unfairly.
Your Task: Should Liam have told the teacher about the uneven work? Write your opinion.

61.
Sophie was at the library when she noticed a teenager carving initials into one of the wooden tables. The librarian was busy helping another patron and didn’t see what was happening. Sophie debated whether to speak directly to the teenager or quietly tell the librarian. She also considered ignoring it since it wasn’t her property. The carving was getting deeper, and she knew it would permanently damage the table. In the end, Sophie looked away and focused on her book.
Your Task: Should Sophie have intervened or stayed out of it? Write your opinion and reasoning.

62.
Daniel was walking home when he saw a dog tied to a post outside a store. The dog looked scared, and it was getting cold. After ten minutes, Daniel passed by again and saw the dog still there. He wondered if the owner was just inside shopping or if something was wrong. He thought about waiting, calling animal control, or even untying the dog, but each choice felt risky. Not wanting to overstep, Daniel decided to keep walking. Later, he couldn’t stop thinking about the dog.
Your Task: Should Daniel have taken action, and if so, what? Share your view.

63.
Clara’s friend posted a photo online that included Clara without asking. Clara didn’t mind being in photos, but she didn’t like that the post mentioned her location and tagged her name. She debated whether to ask her friend to take it down or let it go to avoid sounding overly sensitive. The post had already gotten several likes and comments. Clara ended up saying nothing, but she still felt uneasy about the privacy issue.
Your Task: Should Clara have spoken up about the post, or was it fine to ignore it? Explain your answer.

64.
Ethan was waiting in line at a food truck when someone cut in front of him. He considered speaking up but noticed the person seemed to be in a hurry and looked stressed. Ethan wondered if maybe they had an emergency. Instead of confronting them, he decided to stay quiet and let it go. However, when he finally reached the window, the food he wanted was sold out, and he felt frustrated.
Your Task: Should Ethan have said something in the moment or stayed silent? Give your opinion and reasoning.

65.
Maya’s coworker asked her to cover a shift at the last minute. Maya already had plans that night, but she didn’t want to seem unhelpful. She canceled her plans and worked the shift, only to find out later that her coworker had lied—they weren’t sick, just wanted the night off. Maya felt taken advantage of but didn’t know if she should confront her coworker.
Your Task: Should Maya address the situation with her coworker or just let it go? Write your opinion.

66.
Owen was at a friend’s house for dinner when he accidentally spilled water on the table. It dripped onto some important-looking papers. He quickly wiped the table, but the papers were slightly damp. His friend didn’t notice. Owen considered mentioning it but worried it might create unnecessary stress during the meal. He decided to say nothing. A few days later, his friend mentioned their papers had been ruined somehow.
Your Task: Should Owen have told his friend right away? Explain your answer.

67.
Hannah was working on a group project for school when she realized one member had copied large sections from the internet without citing them. She knew this could get the entire group in trouble for plagiarism. She could talk to the student privately, inform the teacher, or try to rewrite the section herself. Not wanting conflict, she kept quiet. When the project was graded, the teacher caught the plagiarism and penalized the whole group.
Your Task: Should Hannah have spoken up sooner? Give your reasoning.

68.
Leo was in a clothing store when he saw a young child wandering alone. The child looked nervous and kept glancing around. Leo thought about asking if they were lost, but he worried the parent might be nearby and think he was acting suspicious. He decided to alert a store employee instead. The employee quickly helped the child find their parent, but Leo later wondered if he should have approached the child directly.
Your Task: Was Leo’s choice the best option? Share your opinion.

69.
Isla borrowed her friend’s jacket for an outdoor concert. During the night, it started raining, and the jacket got soaked. When Isla returned it the next day, it looked fine but had a faint water stain on one sleeve. She thought about mentioning it but decided not to, hoping her friend wouldn’t notice. Weeks later, her friend brought up the stain, wondering how it got there.
Your Task: Should Isla have said something from the start? Write your thoughts.

70.
Jack was hosting a barbecue when one of his guests made a rude comment toward another guest. Jack saw the hurt on the person’s face and thought about saying something, but he didn’t want to create more tension in front of everyone. He decided to change the subject instead. Later, the guest who was insulted left early. Jack wondered if he should have addressed the comment directly in the moment.
Your Task: Should Jack have confronted the rude remark or was avoiding conflict the better choice? Explain your answer.

71.
Amira was riding the bus when she noticed an elderly man struggling to stand while holding several grocery bags. There were a few younger passengers sitting nearby, but none offered their seat. Amira debated whether to ask someone to give up their spot or to offer hers, even though she was tired from a long day. Eventually, she stood and let the man sit. While he thanked her warmly, she couldn’t help but wonder if it was her place to tell the others they should have done it sooner.
Your Task: Should Amira have spoken up to encourage others to help? Give your opinion.

72.
Caleb was walking through a park when he saw someone taking photos of another person without their knowledge. The subject seemed uncomfortable but didn’t say anything. Caleb thought about approaching the photographer to ask if they had permission, but he didn’t want to cause a scene. Instead, he walked away, feeling uneasy about the situation. Later, he kept wondering whether he should have intervened to protect the person’s privacy.
Your Task: Should Caleb have stepped in or was it better to stay out of it? Share your reasoning.

73.
Priya and her coworker were working on a presentation. While reviewing the final draft, Priya noticed a major error in the data. The mistake could change the results completely. They were due to present in less than an hour, and fixing it would require starting over. Priya wasn’t sure if her coworker would react well to last-minute changes, but she also knew the incorrect data could damage their credibility. She decided to correct it without saying anything.
Your Task: Should Priya have told her coworker immediately or just fixed it quietly? Explain your answer.

74.
Marcus ordered a coffee at his favorite café, but when he received his drink, he realized it wasn’t what he ordered. He considered telling the barista, but the shop was extremely busy, and they looked stressed. Marcus decided to drink it anyway. As he sat down, another customer complained about their order, and Marcus started to think maybe it would have been better to speak up so the café could fix their process.
Your Task: Should Marcus have pointed out the mistake or let it go? Write your opinion.

75.
Lena was invited to a friend’s art exhibition. While looking at the paintings, she overheard two guests making rude comments about one of the pieces. She noticed the artist standing nearby, clearly within earshot. Lena thought about saying something to defend her friend, but she didn’t want to embarrass the guests or escalate things. She decided to simply compliment the artwork loudly instead.
Your Task: Was Lena’s approach the best way to handle the situation? Give your view.

76.
David found a wallet on the sidewalk containing cash, credit cards, and an ID. He thought about taking it to the police station but worried it might get lost or mishandled. He also considered contacting the owner directly using the ID information. In the end, he turned it in to the nearest store, hoping the owner would come looking for it there. He later wondered if that was the safest choice.
Your Task: Did David handle this in the best way possible? Explain your answer.

77.
Sara was at the gym when she saw someone using a piece of equipment incorrectly, which looked potentially dangerous. She considered offering a quick tip, but she didn’t know the person and worried they might take it the wrong way. Instead, she mentioned it to a staff member, who then corrected the person. Sara wondered afterward if it would have been better to speak directly.
Your Task: Should Sara have approached the person herself? Share your reasoning.

78.
Noah was part of a volunteer group planting trees in the community. One of the volunteers was carelessly leaving trash behind, which went against the group’s purpose. Noah thought about confronting them but decided to quietly clean it up himself. By the end of the day, he felt frustrated and worried that ignoring the behavior would encourage it to continue.
Your Task: Should Noah have addressed the issue directly? Give your opinion.

79.
Olivia was at a friend’s dinner party when she noticed a dish had ingredients that could cause an allergic reaction for another guest. She wasn’t sure if the guest knew about it. Olivia debated whether to speak up and risk making the host feel bad, or stay quiet and trust the guest to check for themselves. She ended up saying nothing, but later learned the guest had avoided the dish anyway.
Your Task: Should Olivia have said something right away? Explain your answer.

80.
Ben was playing in a local soccer match when the referee made a call that seemed clearly wrong. His team was at a disadvantage because of it. Some teammates urged him to argue with the referee, but Ben didn’t want to risk getting a penalty. He decided to stay silent and focus on playing. After the game, his team criticized him for not speaking up.
Your Task: Should Ben have challenged the call or kept quiet? Share your reasoning.

81.
Maya was in line at a small bakery when a customer in front of her accidentally dropped a $20 bill. The person didn’t notice and moved forward to pay. Maya quickly picked it up but hesitated—should she tap the customer on the shoulder or give it to the cashier to return? The line was long, and she felt the eyes of other customers on her. In the end, she directly handed it to the customer, who was surprised and grateful. Later, Maya wondered if handling it through the cashier might have been more polite in that setting.
Your Task: Which was the better approach? Explain your view.

82.
During a team project, Hassan noticed that a colleague had taken credit for an idea Hassan had suggested in a previous meeting. Their manager praised the colleague, unaware it wasn’t their original contribution. Hassan felt torn—bringing it up could cause tension, but staying silent might make it seem like he hadn’t contributed much. He chose to stay quiet during the meeting, but the situation stayed on his mind for days afterward. He wondered whether he had missed a chance to stand up for himself.
Your Task: Should Hassan have spoken up during the meeting? Share your reasoning.

83.
Lila was out walking her dog when she saw another dog off its leash, running toward the street. Its owner was a short distance away but seemed distracted. Lila thought about calling out to warn them, but she didn’t want to startle the dog. Instead, she quickly grabbed her own dog’s leash tightly and stepped out of the way. Thankfully, the loose dog stopped before reaching the road. Later, Lila wondered if she should have done more to prevent possible danger.
Your Task: Should Lila have tried to warn the owner right away? Give your opinion.

84.
Jason was shopping for groceries when he noticed a young child wandering alone, looking lost. He glanced around for a parent but didn’t see anyone nearby. Jason debated between searching for the parent himself or taking the child to the store’s customer service desk. In the end, he stayed with the child and asked a staff member to make an announcement. The parent appeared shortly after, looking upset but relieved. Jason still wondered whether approaching other shoppers to find the parent faster would have been better.
Your Task: Was Jason’s choice the best option? Share your view.

85.
Emily was at a coffee shop working on her laptop when she noticed the person at the next table had left their phone unattended while ordering at the counter. Moments later, someone walking by picked up the phone and slipped it into their bag. Emily froze for a second, unsure whether to confront them or call out to the phone’s owner. She ended up alerting the barista, who quickly acted. The phone was returned, but Emily wondered if confronting the person directly would have been faster.
Your Task: Should Emily have acted more quickly? Explain your reasoning.

86.
Ravi was attending a small workshop when he overheard two people whispering incorrect information about the main topic. He wasn’t sure if they were going to ask a question about it or just keep believing it. Ravi considered correcting them quietly but decided to wait until the group discussion. When he finally spoke, they seemed annoyed that he hadn’t said something sooner. Ravi later questioned if addressing them privately first would have been more respectful.
Your Task: Should Ravi have corrected them earlier in private? Give your opinion.

87.
Sophia was at a friend’s apartment when she noticed a small water leak under the kitchen sink. Her friend was in another room, busy on an important phone call. Sophia debated whether to interrupt right away or wait until the call ended. She decided to wait, but by then, the leak had spread, and water was pooling on the floor. Her friend had to clean up and call a plumber immediately. Sophia wondered if interrupting earlier would have prevented the damage.
Your Task: Was Sophia wrong to wait? Explain your answer.

88.
Leo was taking a group photo at a family picnic. After he clicked the picture, he realized that one person’s eyes were closed. He debated whether to ask everyone to take another photo or just let it go. Since the group was large and some people were already walking away, he decided not to say anything. Later, several family members complained that the picture didn’t turn out well. Leo regretted not asking for one more shot.
Your Task: Should Leo have spoken up and taken another picture? Share your reasoning.

89.
Chloe was helping organize a community clean-up day. Halfway through, she noticed one volunteer repeatedly skipping tasks and chatting instead of working. Chloe debated whether to speak to them directly or quietly assign them an easier job. She decided to say nothing and focused on her own work, but by the end of the event, other volunteers noticed the uneven effort. Some felt frustrated. Chloe wondered whether she should have addressed it from the start.
Your Task: Should Chloe have talked to the volunteer immediately? Give your opinion.

90.
Ethan was eating at a restaurant when he saw a server accidentally drop a small utensil on the floor before placing it back on the tray. He wasn’t sure if it was meant for his table, but it made him uncomfortable. Ethan debated whether to mention it to the server or the manager. In the end, he quietly asked the server for a new one without explaining why. He wondered if telling the full story would have been better for everyone’s safety.
Your Task: Should Ethan have explained the situation in detail? Share your reasoning.

91.
Hannah was on a crowded train when she saw a passenger leave their backpack behind after getting off. The train doors were closing, and there wasn’t much time to react. She considered running to the door to call out but decided to hand the bag to a nearby train attendant instead. The attendant seemed grateful, but Hannah later wondered if chasing after the passenger might have been faster.
Your Task: Which action would have been better? Explain your view.

92.
During a work meeting, Oliver noticed a colleague repeatedly interrupting others. He debated whether to politely remind them to let people finish or stay quiet to avoid tension. He stayed silent, but later several team members mentioned they felt the meeting was unproductive. Oliver regretted not saying something sooner.
Your Task: Should Oliver have spoken up during the meeting? Share your opinion.

93.
Isla was shopping for a dress when another customer accidentally dropped their credit card. Isla picked it up and called out to them, but they didn’t hear her and continued walking away. Isla debated whether to chase after them or hand it to a store employee. She chose to give it to the cashier, but later wondered if running after them would have been the more secure option.
Your Task: Which choice was best? Give your reasoning.

94.
Daniel was at a small concert when he noticed a group of people blocking the view for those behind them. He debated whether to ask them to sit down or leave it to the event staff. He chose not to say anything, but afterward, he heard other audience members complaining about their experience. Daniel wondered if he should have politely spoken up.
Your Task: Should Daniel have said something directly? Explain your answer.

95.
Nina was about to leave a café when she noticed someone’s laptop bag sitting unattended on a chair. She looked around but couldn’t tell who it belonged to. She thought about moving it to the counter but worried it might be misunderstood. She ended up leaving without doing anything. Later, she felt uneasy, wondering if the bag had been stolen afterward.
Your Task: Should Nina have acted? Share your opinion.

96.
Liam was attending a cooking class when a participant accidentally added the wrong ingredient to the shared dish. He noticed it immediately but hesitated to speak up, thinking it might embarrass them. He decided to wait and see how the instructor reacted. By the time the mistake was discovered, the dish couldn’t be fixed. Liam wondered if speaking up earlier would have saved the recipe.
Your Task: Should Liam have said something right away? Explain your reasoning.

97.
Harper was taking a walk when she saw a cyclist fall off their bike. The cyclist quickly stood up and brushed themselves off, signaling they were fine. Harper debated whether to still approach to offer help or to respect their space. She decided not to interfere, but later questioned if that came across as uncaring.
Your Task: Should Harper have checked on the cyclist anyway? Give your view.

98.
Jacob was waiting at a bus stop when he saw a man drop a piece of paper. It looked like a receipt or possibly something important. Jacob considered picking it up and returning it, but the bus arrived at the same time, and he didn’t want to miss it. He boarded, leaving the paper on the ground. Later, he felt guilty, wondering if it might have been valuable.
Your Task: Should Jacob have taken the time to return it? Share your opinion.

99.
Ava was in a public library when she noticed a child drawing on a book with a pen. The parent wasn’t nearby, and the child seemed unaware they were damaging it. Ava thought about telling a librarian or stopping the child herself, but she didn’t want to cause trouble. She decided to quietly move to another area instead. Later, she regretted not acting.
Your Task: Should Ava have intervened? Give your reasoning.

100.
Lucas was dining with friends when he realized the waiter had given them an extra dish they didn’t order but hadn’t charged for. Some friends suggested keeping it, but Lucas thought about telling the waiter to avoid possible trouble. He decided to mention it, and the waiter thanked him, saying it was a mistake. His friends teased him for being “too honest.” Lucas wondered if it was worth it.
Your Task: Did Lucas make the right decision? Share your opinion.