Language and Dignity Answer Key

This writing-based worksheet asks students to compose a well-organized essay on Josef Pieper’s claim that language use affects human dignity. Learners craft a thesis, use textual evidence from Abuse of Language, Abuse of Power, and integrate one modern example from politics, media, or personal experience. The task develops analytical writing and argument structure while encouraging students to connect philosophical ideas to current social realities. It promotes synthesis, reflection, and ethical reasoning through composition.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Argumentative Essay Writing

English Language Arts – Using Textual Evidence to Support Claims

English Language Arts – Ethical and Analytical Reasoning

English Language Arts – Composition and Thesis Development

This worksheet is part of our Abuse of Language, Abuse of Power collection.