<p>Yup! this appeared in the Dec test and I had the exact same reaction. It looks more like an ACT essay prompt and not the typical, philosophical ones that we are used to from SAT. Since SAT is planning a revamp, looks like the change in the approach to essays is one.
Can’t just rely on the standard examples. I could luckily connect to this essay and had quite a few things to speak about it. Mixed events that happened in my country and my personal experiences and made it feel more personal. Though the prompt seems very narrow, looks like broader interpretations are encouraged. So, no need to worry. Just try to think fast while writing. If you cant find examples from history and current affairs, personal experiences will save your life.</p>