Is consumerism a bad thing? Do you see a difference between consumerism and consumption?
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This short assignment is designed to get you thinking about the concept of the American Dream and consumerism. You should write 400-600 words about how people define the American Dream and how consumerism fuels that dream. First, define consumerism and how you are an active or resistant participant in our consumer economy. Give examples and anecdotes (short stories) to support your ideas here. Please make sure your entry is double-spaced!
Grammar does count for this assignment, but the content is also important. Please proofread and revise your draft using the steps below:
Print out your draft.Read it OUT LOUD.Make corrections with a pen as you read it.Type in corrections on the computer and go back to Step 1.Repeat three times.
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