Social Classes in America video analysis
Humanities
This week we talked about Social Class in America. This is a touchy subject. The very mention of social class can provoke people into outrage. Some people might feel anxious when forced to think or talk about social class. Other people might be fairly un-bothered by the subject.
You will be given two possible essay topics to write about this next week. Choose one of them. The two possibilities are:
***ESSAY 5A***
In class on Wednesday, we watched Tammy’s Story:
As you watch this segment, I want you to think carefully about the following two questions:
What characteristics mark people as belonging to one class or another?
How does growing up in a particular social class affect one’s self image and expectations in life?
For this week’s essay, please write up your responses to those two questions while using evidence and examples from the video “Tammy’s Story”
***Essay 5B***
In class on Friday, we watched All You Need is Cash:
As you watch this segment, I want you to think carefully about the following two questions:
What characteristics mark people as belonging to one class or another?
How does growing up in a particular social class affect one’s self image and expectations in life?
For this week’s essay, please write up your responses to those two questions while using evidence and examples from the video “All You Need is Cash”
On the document header, please clearly indicate that you are responding to “Essay 5A” or “Essay 5B” and make sure the file you submit is .doc, .docx, or .pdf.
