These are the types of scenarios that really show who people are. The ones that pop up in real life—or on chaotic group chats—and leave everyone divided like it’s a moral Olympics. There’s no right or wrong answer (okay, sometimes there is), but one thing’s for sure: everyone’s got an opinion.
Let’s stir the pot. Scroll through these 15 “What Would You Do?” situations, then hit the comments and let the debates begin.
1. You’re in a movie theater. Someone’s phone rings… twice. Do you say something?
You paid $14 to watch the movie, not someone’s ringtone symphony. But do you speak up? Or sit there, seething in silent fury while secretly judging them?
Bonus round: What if it’s an older person who clearly doesn’t know how to silence it? Do you still unleash the wrath of passive-aggressive shushing?
2. You see someone cutting the line at Starbucks. Do you call them out?
There you are, three sips away from a mental breakdown, and some caffeine gremlin just strolls up and cuts the entire line like it’s the VIP lane. Do you loudly announce, “The line starts back there”? Or give them the death stare and mutter about it to your group chat?
Also: If no one else says anything, does that make you the problem for rocking the boat?
3. You find a wallet on the sidewalk. It has $250 in cash. Do you take the money?
You’re a good person… but also, groceries are expensive. Do you drop it off at the nearest store or police station fully intact? Or do you pocket the cash and still sleep at night because “they shouldn’t have been carrying that much money anyway”?
And if you keep the cash but return the wallet, does that still count as being a good Samaritan with a part-time conscience?
4. Your friend’s partner is clearly flirting with someone else. Do you tell them?
Nothing like being caught in the middle of someone else’s potential heartbreak. If you tell your friend, you risk blowing up their relationship and your friendship. But if you stay silent, are you complicit in the drama?
Bonus chaos: What if they already know and you’re just late to the tea?
5. You get home with takeout and realize they gave you an extra entrée. Do you go back?
It’s not what you ordered, but it’s not your fault. Do you drive back and return the food like a responsible adult—or treat it like the universe is finally cutting you a break?
Also: Is it really “stealing” if you never asked for it, but also didn’t try too hard to fix it?
6. Your neighbor’s dog won’t stop barking—like, ever. Do you say something?
It’s 2 AM, and Fluffy is out there doing a solo set louder than a Blink-182 reunion tour. You’ve tried earplugs, white noise, and even negotiating with the dog telepathically. Nothing works.
Do you politely mention it to your neighbor? Slip a passive-aggressive note in their mailbox? Or just suffer in silence while slowly becoming the villain in your own origin story?
Bonus chaos: What if your neighbor is also the local HOA president? Do you still go full Karen or just start Googling dog whistle revenge tactics?
7. A stranger asks you to watch their stuff at the airport. Do you do it?
Seems harmless enough, but also, we’ve seen the movies. Do you watch the bags and risk an awkward interrogation from TSA? Or politely nope out and let them find someone else to carry that emotional (and possibly explosive) baggage?
Would it change your answer if it’s an elderly person? Or someone super charming? Interesting, eh?
8. You find out your favorite celeb’s morally sketchy at best. Do you hit unfollow or hit play anyway?
You loved them. You quoted them. You may have even defended them in comment sections. But now? The receipts are out, and your fave is officially problematic-adjacent. Do you dump their movies, shows, and music immediately—or keep consuming the content and pretend you “missed the drama”?
Can you separate the art from the artist—or are you low-key hoping they issue an apology so you can sleep at night?
9. You’re babysitting and the kid swears like a sailor. Do you tell the parents?
It was kind of hilarious the first time. Then it got concerning. Do you let the parents know they’re raising a mini Gordon Ramsay? Or keep it between you and the toddler like a shared inside joke?
Also: What if they learned it from their parents?
10. A coworker takes credit for your idea in a meeting. Do you call it out?
It’s your genius, your moment—stolen. Do you jump in and reclaim it mid-meeting like a boss, or wait and pull them aside privately to keep the peace?
Or do you just sit there stewing, updating your résumé while plotting a professional takedown?
11. You see your server didn’t charge you for something. Do you say anything?
You ordered the appetizer, the drink, and dessert. But when the bill shows up, your spicy margarita is mysteriously missing. Do you speak up and correct the mistake like a model citizen? Or quietly tip extra and call it a cosmic win?
It’s not like you’re robbing a bank… but also, someone might get chewed out over this. So do you stick to your morals—or your budget?
12. Someone gives you a terrible homemade gift. Do you fake excitement?
It’s hideous, you’ll never use it, or it smells a little weird. Do you smile like it’s a Fabergé egg and gush over it? Or do you gently break the news that you’re more of a “store-bought” kind of person?
What if it’s your in-laws? Now it’s political.
13. You’re given a job offer… but you already accepted another one. Do you switch?
The new offer has better pay and perks—but you already shook hands (or clicked “accept”) on the first one. Do you ghost and upgrade? Or stick to your word and wonder what could’ve been?
How bad does the original job have to be before the switch becomes justifiable?
14. You accidentally damage something at a store. Do you confess?
You were just browsing, and suddenly… crash. A ceramic gnome’s head is now rolling down aisle six. Do you own up to it or quietly walk away and pretend it never happened?
Does the answer change if it’s a big box store vs. a tiny local shop? Hmm.
15. You catch your coworker watching Netflix on the clock. Do you snitch?
There they are—headphones in, eyes glued to their screen, and definitely not working on that report due tomorrow. You weren’t snooping… but now you know. Do you mind your business and let them live their best slacker life, or drop a hint to the boss and ride your high horse into corporate glory?
Bonus thought: What if you were doing the same thing last week, but just didn’t get caught?
Now It’s Your Turn—What Would You Do?
These scenarios are meant to spark convos, friendly chaos, and maybe even a little self-reflection. Would you be the hero, the rebel, or the person quietly filming it for TikTok?
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