No one I can think of offhand.
Which living person do you most admire, and why?
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What song would you like played at your funeral?
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If you could edit your past, what would you change?
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When were you happiest?
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Who most deserves an apology from you, and why?
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Originally asked
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The Guardian's Q&A repeatedly uses this prompt, sometimes dropping 'living' while retaining the same comparative judgment.
You answer as yourself. Nobody on FLAPSS answers as anybody else.
Paul Irons, the deputy head at my school, Fernwood comprehensive. He was an inspiration, and still is.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 17 March 2018 source ↗
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I wasted a year doing nothing at 18. I got with a guy and just wanted to hang out. It didn’t do me any favours.
Christmas Day in Nottingham. I am happiest when I am with all of my family, and last year Jonny and I got engaged.
To my teachers, for not paying attention.
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