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What is the American Dream? Do different people have their own definitions of the American dream? What does that dream look like for you? Does everyone have the same opportunity to achieve the American Dream?
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2/7 What do you know about black face? Why do you think it’s become such a contentious issue in our society? 2/6
"All Democrats are insane, but not one of them knows it; none but the Republicans and Mugwumps know it. All the Republicans are insane, but only the Democrats and Mugwumps can perceive it. The rule is perfect: in all matters of opinion our adversaries are insane." - Mark Twain What does this imply about the nature of people who belong to different social groups? Do you agree or disagree with Twain’s assertions? 2/4 What are your initial impressions of Huckleberry Finn? Consider Huck and Tom as rambunctious pranksters as well as how the book treats different social groups. (The religious community members, Judge Thatcher, Pap, & Jim.
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Many argue that the N word should be taken out of Huck Finn because it’s racist and offensive. Do you agree or disagree? If it were to be censored what would you replace it with? 1/30
In 1-3 complete sentences answer the following questions
Tuesday 1/29
Put yourself in your shoes of a twelve year old. What does an adventure look like for you? Describe all the wonderful things that might happen on an adventure. |