Honesty

High school (ages 12+)
Philosophy & Big Questions

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/honesty

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the core philosophical tenet?A virtue encompassing integrity, truthfulness, and straightforwardness
2. What is the societal function?Essential for building trust, enabling cooperation, and maintaining social order
3. Why is honesty like a superpower for friends?Honesty builds trust, so friends can rely on each other and feel safe. It helps friendships grow strong and real.
4. How does honesty help in school or work?When we are honest about what we can do, others can count on us. It keeps teamwork fair and helps everyone succeed.

Integrity: The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.
Accountability: The obligation to accept responsibility or to disclose count for one's actions.
Candor: The quality of being open and sincere in expression, often involving the disclosure of unwelcome truths.