Republicanism

Have you witnessed acts of corruption within local institutions, and what impact did that have on your trust in the system?

How does your experience with teamwork in school or sports inform your understanding of the importance of civic responsibility?

In what ways do you think young people can have a positive impact on political decisions in their community?

Have you ever changed a strongly held belief because of someone else's perspective, and what inspired that change?

Can you think of a time when listening to a wide range of opinions led to a better outcome, similar to the process in a representative democracy?

When have you had to balance your own interests with those of a group, and what did that teach you about the common good?

How does your role in a group project reflect the importance of everyone's part in a healthy republic?

Have you ever felt a rule at school was unfair, and what process did you follow to address it, if any?

Can an effective leader be unpopular, and have you experienced this in any area of your life, such as school or sports?

How have you negotiated compromise in group settings, and how do you think those skills apply to national governance?

How do you think having a voice in community decisions could affect your future, and in what ways do you want to be heard?

What responsibilities do you believe you have towards those who are less privileged in your community?

When has acting in the interest of a group led to a personal benefit for you, and how did that make you feel?

What's one action you feel you could take to make a positive change in your local community, and why does it matter to you?

How do you balance your personal entertainment time online with staying informed about current events?

How would you mediate a conflict between two friends, and how does that reflect the importance of dialogue in democracy?

When has listening to an unpopular opinion in your group provided unexpected benefits?

How do you resolve disagreements among friends, and can that strategy be applied to larger social conflicts?

When have you observed a situation where peer pressure led to improved group outcomes?

What's a time you've had to compromise with friends or family, and how did it make you feel?

What action have you taken that made you feel like you were part of something bigger than yourself?

How often do you encounter situations requiring you to stand up for yourself or others, and how do you handle them?

If you could create a school rule that everyone had to follow, what would it be and why?

How would you explain the importance of honesty in a society to a younger sibling or friend?

How might community sports or team experiences translate into lessons for good governance?

If you were to create a new law that impacts school life, what would it focus on?

Which figure from history embodies your view of a great leader and why?

Do you think modern leaders listen enough to youth voices in decision-making?

Approaching adulthood, how do you view your role in the political system you’ll soon fully participate in?

Do you think increased global connectivity affects our perception of national sovereignty; in what way?

Reflect on a time when you changed your perspective about a political issue as a result of a personal experience.

If you could ask an elected official one question about their duty to the public, what would it be?

How do you think social media shapes our understanding of civic responsibility

How do you interpret the idea of 'civic duty', and do you feel it's adequately encouraged among young people?

What gives you hope about the current direction of your country's political system?

Have you ever witnessed or been part of a protest; what drove you or others to take action?

If you had the power to address one issue in your community through legislation, what would it be and why?

Have you experienced a moment when your voice significantly impacted a local community decision, and how did it make you feel?

Have discussions on social media ever changed your perspective on a political issue, and in what way?

How might encouraging empathy among citizens improve a republic's function?

What role do you believe education plays in promoting a sense of shared civic duty?

How should society reconcile the tension between progress and preserving tradition?

How does exposure to different cultures and opinions influence one's idea of effective governance?

To what extent should leaders prioritize transparency, and how does it affect trust?

In what ways can the average citizen influence political change beyond voting?

Have community service projects led you to believe in the importance of civic engagement, and how?