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19 Mar 2022

based upon the assigned readings in Culture: A Reader for Writers

"This, That, and the American Dream" (p. 31) Questions

1. Within the framework of this article, what is the American Dream? Point to specific passages that suggest a definition.

2. Do you believe in the American Dream? Do your friends and family?

 

"Haiti Doesn't Need Your Old T-Shirt" (p. 58) Questions

1. Kenny opens his article by alluding to football T-shirts. How does the image of Haiti's citizens wearing NFL shirts relate to his main point?

2. If everyone in America read Kenny's article, what might change? How might Kenny's words impact people's thinking, shopping habits, or charity donations?

"Honey Buns Sweeten Life for Florida Prisoners" (p. 61) Questions

1. Harwell explains that the honey buns sold in prisons are "impressively unhealthy." How does this point fit into the main idea of the article? Why is it important that the honey buns are devoid of nutritional value?

2. In your own words, why are honey buns so sought after in prison?