Debate Topics
The Prince and the Pauper by Twain, Mark
Pick a story conflict
Nature vs. Nurture
"Does inherent nobility exist, or is character solely a product of circumstance and social conditioning?"
Justice vs. Mercy
"In a society riddled with injustice, is it more virtuous to strictly enforce the law, or to temper justice with mercy, even if it means bending or breaking the rules?"
Power and Responsibility
"Does power inherently corrupt, or does it simply reveal the true character of those who possess it?"
Appearance vs. Reality
"In a world obsessed with appearances, is it possible to truly know someone, or are we all just playing roles based on how we're perceived?"
💡 How Debates Work
Characters naturally disagree on some subjects, as the author intended! Discover the tensions that drive the story. Features: pre-loaded questions, clickable prompts; characters who remember and talk authentically based on their values. Jump back into your favorite stories in a whole new way.