Conversation Topics
Society as I Have Found It by McAllister, Ward
Pick a story conflict to push the characters' buttons
Aristocracy vs. Meritocracy
"Does inherited social standing inherently qualify someone for leadership and influence, or should achievement and capability be the sole determinants of success?"
American vs. European Social Customs
"In the pursuit of social refinement, should America strive to emulate European traditions, or forge its own distinct identity based on its unique values and experiences?"
The South's 'Lost Cause' Ideal
"Does clinging to a romanticized vision of the past hinder progress and perpetuate inequality, or does it provide a necessary sense of identity and cultural continuity?"
The Role of Eccentricity in Society
"Does eccentricity enrich society by challenging conventions, or does it undermine social order by disrupting established norms?"
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