Write to Win: What would you do if your classmate told you they’re a superhero? (Round 6)
Our writing contest starts with 10 students, who are eliminated one at a time based on your votes and YP editors’ picks.
What would you do if your classmate told you they are a superhero like Spider-Man? Photo: Disney, MarvelRead the responses to this week’s Write to Win prompt, and choose the answer you like most.
Lion: If a classmate tells me he’s a superhero, I would think he’s joking. But I would believe him if he gave me even something small as proof. I want to think there’s someone who can ignite a spark of hope in this world. I would be his sidekick and team up with him to “save the world”. I’d say, “Let’s stop the wars and bring peace to the world!”, “Let’s use your laser eyes to destroy weapons and stop the fighting!”, “Let’s rescue people from danger and fly them to safety!” While it’s all fascinating, I don’t think there are superheroes in the world. However, we can all be heroes in our way. We might not be able to create a significant impact on the world alone, but together, when we all do our parts to help others and start looking after the environment, our collective effort will make a difference that would change the world for the better. Despite it being a prank, I would still thank him for letting my imagination go wild and awakening the hero within me to make an impact in the world. So, let’s all tell each other, “I am a superhero!”
Panda: I have this childhood friend whose name shall be kept anonymous just in case the rumours are true; she has superpowers. She’s in different places at the same time. I swear she can teleport. If she told me it was true, I wouldn’t tell anyone. Still, I’d probably urge her to use her otherworldly abilities to restore the balance of our hectic world, such as teleporting to places for food supplies and dropping them off in developing nations and war-torn countries. I’d piggyback with her, which would be an in-and-out mission. Once our mission is accomplished, it goes without saying that we will reward ourselves with the simple joys of life. For example, the choices for lunch at my school are pretty limited, so I’d ask her to teleport to a Chick-fil-A restaurant in America and grab myself the classic chicken sandwich and to finish off, we’d go to Krispy Kreme to order the iconic glazed doughnut. Afterwards, we could go to the Maldives and sit by the blue water.
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Cat: I don’t know what to do if my classmate told me they were a superhero. It depends on the situation. If my classmate wanted to keep it a secret because of good reasons, then I wouldn’t tell anyone. If they wanted to use it for evil reasons, I’d immediately warn everyone as best as I could, if they would believe me. Then again, it would also depend on who it was. For example, if it were someone I really hated and would get revenge at the first chance, I would tell everyone they were a superhero (if they wanted it a secret), but only if they had sinister intentions. But if it was a friend and they had good intentions, I would do my best to help them. This may not apply to everyone, but this is my opinion. This question is mainly based on opinion. I enjoyed this question because it made me think creatively about fun scenarios. In conclusion, my answer to this question depends on the scenario.
Tiger: I would probably stare at them for 30 seconds, expecting them to say “I’m kidding” any time soon. However, if their faces display expressions of severe integrity, then I would likely have countless questions of “how”, “what”, and “when” in my mind, fighting to be asked first. From how they got it to how many people know, I would want to know all the details. With feelings of excitement and lingering denial, I would check if they are speaking truthfully. Without risking someone’s life, I would ask them to demonstrate their abilities, such as by asking them to obtain an item placed high up or to save someone from trouble. If they are superheroes, I need confirmation by seeing them in action. Since a superhero’s job is to protect people, I would also check if they disappear whenever help is required in the city. If they finally prove their abilities, I would be delighted to be the friend of an actual superhero. It would be astonishing to know the stories behind their costumes and uncover the reality that hides behind the nature of their job.
Sheep: If my classmates told me they were superheroes, my first reaction would be surprise and curiosity. From my knowledge of superheroes in most movies, I know they usually face many challenges initially, including shielding the truth from friends and family, hiding their identities, and more. Therefore, I would ask them questions to understand their situation better and offer support whenever necessary. Creating a safe environment where they feel comfortable sharing their biggest secrets is very important. Next, I would consider the implications of being a superhero. Being a superhero comes with a lot of responsibilities and risks. I advise them to balance their superhero duties and personal life. If they were struggling with their dual identities, I would encourage them to talk to a trustworthy adult for help. Ultimately, I would feel honoured to be trusted with this secret. Knowing a superhero personally would be very exciting, but I still recognise the importance of maintaining confidentiality and helping them navigate through challenges.