Physical Health/Environment
If a newcomer were to suddenly have lots of power, how can it negatively affect a community.
When an outsider is suddenly given all of this power, they have the ability to make decisions that could destroy communities and have fatal consequences.
What do you think are some common reactions to the death of a loved one?
“(Speaking Gibberish) (Sighs)” - Lorax
“(Sobbing)” - Big Bear
If a close friend began to hang out with a dangerous crowd, with no sign of leaving them, what would you do?
You would naturally begin to avoid them, or try to talk to them.
Why is it dangerous to take the back seat and let a stranger take control of a population.
A strangers ideology and opinions can vary from the rest of the community, and the populations health and lives are in the hands of someone who doesn’t know them long enough to care, or to consider their lives in the process of their decision making.
What influence do you think the people you hang around with have on you?
“I didn't want Jordan to be around those people anymore” - Sydney (166)
"Scott and his followers. The rumours had only grown since their last confrontation…Sydney’s stern tone and blank face scared and disturbed him” - Evan (166)
How can greed blind people into harming others?
Greed can blind people to the consequences of their actions, destroying their relationships.
Why is a struggling community more vulnerable to physical health being damaged when the natural order of things are affected?
The community’s vulnerability leads to a path of destruction, whether it’s through violence, drugs, etc. as they are much weaker to fight for their health.
What’s the difference between a house/shelter and a home?
“Until one day I found paradise. This is the most beautiful place, okay, I have ever seen” - Onceler
“..they can't live here anymore. Hopefully they can find a better place out there somewhere” - Lorax
“Melvin?” “Hey Pipsqueak?” - Onceler
What happens in a community when a negative factor influences it from within?
The community begins to divide and it creates resentment between each other.
Through decision-making that affects an entire community, how can a newcomer disrupt the natural order of things in a community, ultimately damaging people’s physical health?
Not valuing other people’s needs and opinions, selfishness, no respect.
Why do you think having people you care about is helpful during difficult times?
“The children were still young. They would forget. But the memories in this place were strong and lasting for her.” - Nicole (210)
What are the consequences of a relationship based on unsustainable achievements?
Because the relationship is based on unsustainable ground, the relationship will eventually fail.