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Printable 7th grade social studies worksheet with four student profiles; students select two for educational opportunity and reflect on fairness.
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This printable social studies worksheet gives 7th graders four student profiles from different socioeconomic backgrounds—Henry (merchant family), Thomas (laborer's family), Edward (lawyer's family), and John (farming family)—and asks students to select which two should receive education. Students explain their criteria, consider who would benefit most, and reflect on whether their decision was fair. Useful for discussions on social inequality, meritocracy, and bias in opportunity.

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Social Studies
Grade Level:
7th Grade
Updated June 2026

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