Debate Topics
Captain Cook's Journal During His First Voyage Round the World: Made in H. M. Bark "Endeavour", 1768-71 by Cook, James
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Civilization vs. Nature
"Is it justifiable to impose European values and systems on indigenous populations, even if it disrupts their way of life?"
The Price of Ambition
"Are the personal sacrifices demanded by ambitious expeditions, such as the loss of life and the hardship endured by the crew, justifiable in the pursuit of scientific knowledge and national glory?"
Scientific Objectivity vs. Cultural Sensitivity
"To what extent should scientists and explorers prioritize the objective collection of data over respecting the cultural sensitivities and privacy of the indigenous populations they encounter?"
Duty vs. Discretion
"When does the duty to obey orders conflict with the moral obligation to exercise discretion and potentially disobey those orders for the greater good?"
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