Chapter 2: How do we decide what is good for society?

Open Ended

What is good for society?

Talk to a friend nearby and type in your responses!

Draw

Page 31 - In groups of 4, discuss which facility your group prefers the school to build. In the space provided, rank your top 3 choices and be prepared to explain with sound reasoning!

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Why isn't the SG government able to meet all needs and wants of citizens in the society?

Where is BBC?

Open Ended

Why are differing needs and priorities a challenge for the government when deciding what is good for society?

Multiple Select

What kind of 'costs' are we referring to in the term 'unequal sharing of costs'?

• Financial costs - e.g. citizens have to pay more taxes to the government

• Intangible costs - e.g. inconvenience to citizens, prolonged time, wasted effort

• Environmental costs - e.g. deforestation, air/water pollution, global warming

Open Ended

Discuss the following question with your friends:

What is a definition of a good leader?

Think about your CCA leaders. Why were they placed as leaders? What are some qualities that they have? What are the outcomes of their leadership? Are all leaders the same?

Open Ended

1) Why is it important for the government and citizens to work for the good of society?

2) What are some outcomes that are desirable for every society?