Debate Topics
Archimedes by Heath, Thomas Little, Sir
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The Value of Pure vs. Applied Knowledge
"Is knowledge truly valuable if it does not translate into tangible benefits for humanity?"
The Price of Genius
"Is it justifiable to sacrifice one's own well-being and relationships in the pursuit of knowledge or artistic achievement?"
Civilization vs. Barbarity
"Can intellectual and artistic achievements truly civilize humanity, or are they ultimately powerless against the primal instincts of violence and conquest?"
The Responsibilities of Power
"To what extent should leaders be held accountable for the unintended consequences of the technologies they deploy or the knowledge they utilize for the sake of power and security?"
💡 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.