Gina Heslop
In a sixth-grade classroom, an intriguing question about the human body was posed by the instructor. She asked, “Who can tell me, which human organ becomes three times larger when it’s stimulated?”
Maria, in a fit of anger, stood up immediately, her face flushed with rage. She exclaimed, “How dare you ask such a question? I’m going to tell my parents, and they will get you fired!”
The teacher, taken aback by Maria’s outburst, decided to disregard it and posed the question again to the class. This time, Thomas, a student in the class, confidently responded, “The answer is the iris in the human eye.”
Impressed by Thomas’s answer, the teacher acknowledged him with gratitude. However, she then directed her attention back to Maria. With a firm yet compassionate tone, the teacher addressed Maria, stating, “Maria, I need to tell you three things. First, it seems evident that you haven’t done your homework. Second, you possess a dirty mind. And third, I fear that one day you will be greatly disappointed.”
Maria’s emotional reaction contrasted sharply with Thomas’s composed response. While Maria reacted defensively and emotionally, Thomas demonstrated composure and intellect in his answer. The teacher’s response to Maria’s outburst reflected a mix of concern and disappointment, hinting at the importance of maturity and open-mindedness in learning environments.
