SCENARIO B
You are a principal who is trying to figure out the truth about a lunchroom fight. The fight
was between Justin and Max. Justin is a new student. He is shy and doesn’t have many
friends. Max is a popular student who is known for his friendliness.
Account A: Justin
“Max started it. I was just standing in line waiting to pay for my food, and he shoved
me super hard. And for no reason! He just freaked out on me. I don’t even know the
kid, and he’s been weird to me ever since I started going to this school. Him and his
friends glare at me in English class for no reason.”
Account B: Max
“That kid is psycho. He turned around and punched me out of nowhere. Me and my
friends were standing in line just joking around, and he turned around and punched
me for no reason. He’s messed up and creepy. Ask anyone.”
Account C: Jamie (student who has class with Max and Justin right before lunch)
“I wasn’t in the cafeteria today, and I’m not friends with any of those guys, but I’ve
seen Max and his friends be mean to Justin in the hallways and in class when the
teacher isn’t looking. Not physical or anything, but they’ll like say jokes under their
breath and then laugh and stuff like that. They make him uncomfortable."
(3) What does each account say about who started the fight?
(a) Account A: ____________________________________________________________
(b) Account B: ____________________________________________________________
(c) Account C: ____________________________________________________________
(4) Based on these three accounts, can you determine who started the fight? (Circle One.)
(a) Yes
(b) No
(5) Explain your answer to question #4 (above):
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CONTINUE
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