In that diverse environment relying on recognizing strengths and approaches to problem solving in order to succeed (urban substitute teaching), it was obvious that priorities and solutions varied. I suspect it's a combination of heredity, culture, society norms and goals.
Can I say all that?
They could the hollywood version of the Turing test!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turing_test
They could use zebras or chipmunks to act out the real action of the opposing groups.
Then at the end spring the results!