Chapter 9 Questions

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Think about it

  • Think about a time when you acted like a hypocrite. Were you honest about your hypocrisy? What could you have done to avoid being hypocritical?
  • What do you think about the Overton Window concept? Do you agree that it's wide open, as Shachi Kurl argued?
  • Why is it bad to live in a bubble (literally and figuratively)?
  • Does social media need fixing? If you think it does, what can you do to make it better?
  • What's the key to respectful debate?
  • What do you think is more effective: positive or negative messaging?
  • How will you pitch or present your project?
  • What lesson will you take away from this story?
  • What quote impacted you the most?
  • Are there any changes you want to make to your pitch before you present?
  • Do you think peer review matters?
  • Do you take constructive criticism well?
  • How can we all be more thoughtful critics?
  • Do you think there is a difference between helpful and unhelpful help?
  • What will you do to own your hypocrisy?

Reflection Activity

  • Find a partner and discuss this story. How can you help heal our divides and improve the health of our democracy? How can you be a better critic? How can you accomplish both goals, starting with your project in this class?
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