Scene to read · Equity, Communication
A reason she'd rather not give
You are waiting in the priority boarding lane at a ferry terminal.
The lane is for travelers who need extra time or assistance, and it works on trust; nobody checks. Just ahead of you is Deepika, a traveler who appears fit and well. Ghada, who is behind you, speaks up loudly enough for the whole lane to hear.
The scene
Ghada: This lane's for people who need it, like my mother back there. You look fine.
Deepika: I have a reason. I'd rather not explain it to everyone.
Ghada: Then nobody can check, and anybody can walk in.
Ghada: You saw her stroll up. Am I wrong?
The two questions
- 1How would you respond to Ghada, and would you say anything to Deepika?
- 2When you cannot tell whether someone is entitled to something, what should guide how you treat them?
What raters look for
- Equity
- Notices unequal access or treatment and acts fairly, especially for people with less power.
- Communication
- Listens first, speaks clearly and respectfully, and adapts the message to the listener.
Answer scenarios like this on the real timers
Answer both questions on the clock, and get each one scored 1–9 the way raters score. Your first set is free, no card.
Practice free
