That is, whether an action is right or wrong depends on the moral norms of the society in which it is practiced (Markkula Center for Applied Ethics, 2014). As I watched people come and go, a Hispanic woman and her son approached us both offering samples of clam chowder, the little girl then proceeded to knock some things over. The woman did not apologize to the landlady, nor did she notice the mess the child had just made. The woman offering the samples was African American, and it was clear that it took all of her willpower not to say anything. This was particularly interesting because, even though the woman made a mess, she didn't feel it was necessary to apologize or offer help