Honest Choices Worksheet
Character & Decision Making
Honest Choices Worksheet
Navigating everyday dilemmas, telling the truth, and building integrity
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Truth Check: Honest or Dishonest?
Read each scenario and check the appropriate box.
A. You accidentally break a ceramic bowl while reaching for a cup at a friend's house. Even though no one saw, you tell their parent right away.
Honest Dishonest
B. You didn't finish your math homework because you played video games, so you tell your teacher you left it on the kitchen table.
Honest Dishonest
C. A cashier mistakenly hands you a $10 bill instead of a $1 bill in change. You return the extra $9 immediately.
Honest Dishonest
D. During a recess kickball game, the ball hits your foot before going out of bounds, but you stay quiet and let the referee award you the ball.
Honest Dishonest
2
Fork in the Road: Choosing Integrity
Analyze the dilemma and explain the honest path.
Dilemma 1: Borrowed Gear
You borrowed your friend's favorite headphone set and accidentally tore the ear cushion. Your friend hasn't seen it yet.
What is the easy/tempting lie or excuse?
What is the courageous, honest response?
Dilemma 2: Shared Praise
Your partner did most of the research for your science poster. The teacher announces to the class that you did brilliant research.
What is the easy/tempting lie or excuse?
What is the courageous, honest response?
3
Reflection & Personal Integrity
Why does telling the truth sometimes take more courage than telling a lie? How does choosing honesty protect trust with others?
Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.
Self-Reflection & Ethics