Friday, April 18, 2008

Assignment for today

Using the link I have provided to Wikipedia, you must complete the following assignment dealing with the American dream:

What is the common definition of the American dream? Do you agree with this? Why?


What is meant by “the land of opportunity?” Do you agree with this? Why?


How do the following items impact a person’s quest for the American dream? Your opinion counts.

-race


-education


-social class


-environment (where you live)


-wealth

Your responses should be typed and be extremely thoughtful and in-depth. We will discuss these ideas when you are finished.

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