Debate Topics
Great Expectations by Dickens, Charles
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Social Mobility vs. Contentment
"Is it morally justifiable to abandon one's roots and loved ones in the pursuit of social advancement, even if it leads to personal unhappiness?"
Nature vs. Nurture in Moral Development
"To what extent are individuals responsible for their actions, considering the influence of their upbringing and the environment in which they were raised?"
Justice vs. Revenge
"Is seeking personal revenge ever justifiable, even if the legal system fails to deliver adequate justice?"
The Illusion of Appearance
"Is it more important to cultivate genuine inner qualities or to maintain a socially acceptable outward appearance, even if it masks one's true self?"
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