1.Please look at the visual “The Investigation” on page 145 of Chaffee’s Thinking Critically. Explain why three of the witnesses describe the suspect differently. Have you ever been involved in a situation in which people described an individual or event in contrasting or conflicting ways? What is the artist saying about people’s perceptions?
2.Think about the unique “prescription” of your perceiving lenses. Reflect on the elements in yourself and your personal history that you believe exert the strongest influence on the way that you view the world. These factors will likely include the following categories: your age, gender, race/ethnicity, religion, and geographical location, your tastes in fashion, music, and hobbies, any special knowledge, talents, or expertise you have, any significant experiences in your life, either positive or negative, and your most cherished values, goals, and aspirations. Then, explain your perceiving lenses, highlighting the unique factors that have contributed to your distinctive perspective on the world.