Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Cultural Differences- Extra Credit


As we learn more about the Middle East region and the cultures that inhabit it we may find many differences between our lives, beliefs, and traditions. As I've encouraged in class, go in with an open mind and try not to let bias get in the way. From time to time, however, you may feel opinionated about an event or custom we discuss.


Read the following article. It is about a young girl in Pakistan attempting to go to school and speak up for her right to an education. Some people did not agree with her and caused her harm.

An Attack in Pakistan


What is your reaction to the article? Write a 100 word editorial describing your opinion of the matter. Site specific information from the article including the girls name, the country this happened, and the situation that occurred. Your editorial will be worth 20 points added to your lowest test grade. The editorial is due no later than Friday, February 22nd.

*An editorial is an opinionated article, usually a response to an event.

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