
The limits of empathy
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English
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7th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main argument presented in the text regarding empathy?
Back
While empathy encourages caring feelings towards others, it alone does not drive people to act on their feelings in the same way as a sense of responsibility.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the author differentiate between empathetic individuals and those with a sense of duty?
Back
The author compares how likely empathetic people are to take moral action with people who have a sense of duty.
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CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the quote 'Empathy is a sideshow' imply about the role of empathy in creating change?
Back
It suggests that empathy alone is insufficient for making a better world; instead, it emphasizes the importance of debate, understanding, reform, and enacting codes.
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CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are some actions the author suggests are necessary for making a better world?
Back
Helping people debate, understand, reform, revere, and enact codes.
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CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between empathy and a sense of responsibility according to the text?
Back
Empathy may lead to caring feelings, but a sense of responsibility is more likely to drive individuals to take moral action.
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why might empathy be considered a 'sideshow' in the context of moral action?
Back
Because it does not directly lead to action; instead, it is the sense of duty that motivates individuals to act.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role does debate play in the author's perspective on empathy?
Back
Debate is seen as a crucial component for understanding and enacting change, rather than relying solely on empathetic feelings.
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CCSS.RI.6.6
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
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