Read this conversation between a philosopher and a young man. Philosopher: Happiness doesn't come from other people. It comes from the way you choose to live. We often let what others expect of us, and what they think of us, tie us down. But those are only their opinions. They are not the truth about who you are or what you must do. The only judgement that really counts is the one you make about yourself. Young Man: How can I stop caring what others think? Don't we need people's approval to get ahead, or even to be liked? Philosopher: That's the mistake. We believe we must fit others' expectations to be loved or accepted, and so we build our own prison. Being brave enough to be disliked means being brave enough to walk out of that prison and be yourself, even when some people won't approve. Real happiness lies in that freedom. Young Man: But if I stop trying to please people, won't I end up alone? How can I be happy if people dislike me? Philosopher: It isn't about being liked or disliked. It's about living by your own values. Once you live for yourself and not for others' approval, the fear of rejection no longer holds you. That freedom is where happiness begins. The people who truly love you will love who you really are, not who you pretend to be. (a) Which genre does this conversation belong to? (1) Science fiction (2) Biology (3) Comedy (4) Psychology (b) Design a game, based on this conversation, that helps people accept themselves. You may include levels of happiness that players can reach. (c) How many players does the game need? (d) Write the rules of the game in six points: how it is played, and how players win or lose.
- Time limit
- 30 minutes
- Marks
- 15
What mentors look for
- Concept & originality
- Storytelling / communication
- Visual expression
- Observation
- Sketching skill
Source: NID B.Des DAT Prelims 2025, as recalled by students; reworded by Dnerd Studio