Understanding Human Nature and Society

The transcript discusses the conditional nature of societal support, highlighting how people may be needed at one moment and cast aside the next. It critiques the fragility of societal morals and codes, suggesting they are abandoned at the first sign of trouble. The text also explores how people's behavior is influenced by the world around them, and how civilization can break down when faced with adversity.

What does the speaker suggest happens to people when they are no longer needed?

• They are rewarded.

• They are ignored.

• They are cast out.

• They are celebrated.

How does the speaker describe societal morals and codes?

• As a guiding principle.

• As a strong foundation.

• As an unbreakable bond.

• As a bad joke.

What happens to societal morals at the first sign of trouble, according to the speaker?

• They are celebrated.

• They become stronger.

• They are dropped.

• They are reinforced.

According to the speaker, how are people limited in their goodness?

• By their wealth.

• By their ambitions.

• By their environment.

• By their education.

What does the speaker suggest people will do when faced with adversity?

• Support each other.

• Help each other.

• Ignore each other.

• Eat each other.