The objective of the inquiry is not to solve the problems but to identify ethical dilemmas. The skill of the teacher in moving through this exercise will largely determine its success. The scenario should be presented clearly part by part without divulging the next segment. Questions should be presented logically leading to the next stage. During the questioning some improvisation is desirable - and often required.
Inquiries are dynamic exercises constantly changing and evolving.
The trees are located on the adjoining sides of the lots. Most residents have allowed native shrubs such as huckleberry, salal, rhododendrons and Oregon grapes to grow, forming natural borders between individual properties. A few have constructed privacy fences of unstained cedar. Lars Peterson and his family have lived in the community for 15 years. Jimmy, the oldest son, will leave for college next fall.