Survivor Guilt, Sherpa Lives, and Titanic VS Lisutania

What groups of people are being contrasted in The Moral Logic of Survival Guilt?

• Rich and Poor

• Young and Old

• Soldiers and Civilians

• Educated and Uneducated

Why do you think the writer focuses on defining what it is to be a good person?

• To explore moral philosophy

• To provide a personal opinion

• To critique societal norms

• To entertain the reader

What is survivor guilt?

• A feeling of relief after surviving a dangerous situation

• A psychological condition where a person feels guilty for surviving when others did not

• A type of guilt experienced by perpetrators of a crime

• A sense of pride for overcoming a life-threatening event

According to the writer, what other emotions do soldiers describe when they talk about feeling guilt?

• Fear and anxiety

• Joy and relief

• Anger and resentment

• Sadness and regret

What happened to Private Joseph Mayek, and why does Captain John Prior feel responsible?

• Private Joseph Mayek was injured in a training exercise, and Captain John Prior feels responsible because he was in charge.

• Private Joseph Mayek was promoted, and Captain John Prior feels responsible because he recommended him.

• Private Joseph Mayek was discharged from the army, and Captain John Prior feels responsible because he made the decision.

• Private Joseph Mayek was awarded a medal, and Captain John Prior feels responsible because he nominated him.

Why do many people consider survivor guilt to be irrational, or unreasonable?

• Because it is based on a logical assessment of the situation

• Because it involves feelings of responsibility for events outside one's control

• Because it is a common reaction to traumatic events

• Because it helps individuals cope with loss

How are Captain Bonenberger’s and Captain Prior’s experiences similar and different?

• Both served in the same military branch but in different roles.

• Both had similar leadership styles but served in different conflicts.

• Both experienced similar challenges but in different locations.

• Both had different leadership styles but served in the same conflict.

What group was most likely to survive on the Titanic?

• First-class passengers

• Second-class passengers

• Third-class passengers

• Crew members

What single factor made the biggest impact on the survival rates of similar demographics on board the two ships?

• Weather conditions

• Lifeboat availability

• Crew experience

• Passenger behavior

What event prompted the author to write the argumentative essay on The Value of a Sherpa Life?

• A personal experience

• A historical event

• A recent news article

• A fictional story