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Test of Character
ABOUT THE VIDEO
Two experiments test people's reactions when they see someone in need of help.
BEFORE YOU WATCH
Discuss. In one experiment, people see a thief stealing a woman's bag. What percentage of the people do you think try to help?
WHILE YOU WATCH
A. Match each of the people below to their reaction.
1. 
• • a. helps the woman
2. 
• • b. watches but does nothing
3. 
• • c. runs away
B. Watch the video again. Complete the summary of the second experiment.
The experiment took place in a restaurant with hidden _______. An _______ walked past customers and fell to the ground. The lone diner took _______ seconds to help the man. The group of diners took _______ seconds. This is an example of the "Bystander Effect. When people are in a group, they wait for _______ to take control.
AFTER YOU WATCH
Talk with a partner. Do you think the "Bystander Effect" would affect you? Have you ever been in a situation where you needed to help someone?
