Frequently, the small decisions we make truly define our character. How will your youth group members answer these ethical dilemma questions?
- When you make a purchase at a store, the cashier gives you too much change. Do you say something or keep quiet?
- You receive a package at your home that was delivered to the wrong address. The shipping label indicates it is a favorite item that you cannot afford to purchase yourself. Do you keep it or notify the intended recipient?
- Your neighbor leaves their dog out in all kinds of weather. The poor animal frequently looks like it is miserable. Sometimes it’s out of water and seems to be fed rarely. Do you report what you think is happening or stay quiet?
- What if you suspect your neighbor of child abuse? You aren’t sure if they have a fit-throwing kid or if something is really wrong.
- You’re at a party or out on the town with your best friend. They have too much to drink and won’t let you drive them home. What do you do?
- Your lunch keeps going missing at work. You’re pretty sure you know who takes it each day. Do you confront them, report it to your supervisor or HR, get them back by making a cat food sandwich, or just keep quiet?
- You really like your neighbors, and they’re a great couple. The only problem is they throw wild parties occasionally. You think they’re into drugs, maybe even dealing. What do you do?
- A friend gives you a gift for your birthday. Unfortunately, it’s a type of perfume you’re extremely allergic to. Do you say something and ask for a receipt to return it or keep quiet?
- Your friend has excitedly shared that she has a new love in her life. Unfortunately, you know the guy is a narcissistic player who stays with a woman only as long as he’s getting what he wants from the relationship. Do you try to convince her to drop him or let her learn a lesson on her own?
- You buy a pile of clothing items on sale at your favorite store. When you get home, you realize one item isn’t on the receipt. Do you go back and pay for it or just let it go?
- You’re failing a required class that you totally hate. You have an online exam coming up. If you fail the exam, you’ll fail the class. You can cheat without anyone knowing. Do you do so and pass the class?
- Over the summer, you became friends with someone who moved to your town. You have the same interests, like the same music and movies, and have had a great deal of fun. However, your new friend is not attractive and very loud. When school starts, your friend’s actions embarrass you. Do you remain friends or drop the relationship?
