Assignment

Q1. Essay Question:

"Actually, I don't drink Alcohol," Ibrahim told Eric with a smile. "What? Really? That seems kind of strange. Anyway, who would know what you do here in the States? It's a free country. Why not try something new? You're going to be living here for a while, aren't you? When in Rome, do as the Romans," Eric said as he picked up two hot dogs and buns. (105)

The first week of classes went well for Ibrahim. But on Friday, as he was going to his Advanced Structural Analysis course, which met on Tuesday and Friday from 11:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M., Ibrahim realized that he would have to leave the class at 12:30 in order to get to the Friday prayer service on time. He decided to talk to his professor, Dr. Miller, before class and ask his permission to leave early every Friday. (106)

Write a response (one or two paragraphs, 10-15 sentences) to the following questions.

Was Eric being sensitive to Ibrahim's religious faith when he said, "When in Rome, do as the Romans"?

• How could Eric be a better friend to Ibrahim?
• What is causing Ibrahim's problem at the university (with Dr. Miller)?
• What options does Ibrahim have in resolving this problem at the university?
• Should universities in the U. S. change the way they schedule classes in order to pay respect to all religious beliefs?

Use these four words in the response:

1. Curriculum
2. Pillars
3. Worship
4. Discrimination.

Q2. Essay Question:

That night Francine and Tony and Joe sat around Francine's kitchen table and discussed what had happened. Francine was shocked and worried, but Tony and Joe tried to explain to her that nothing unusual had taken place. Racism was a fact of life here, and many students were outspoken about their prejudice, especially regarding mixed race relationships. (162)

Write a response (one or two paragraphs, 10-15 sentences) to the following questions. What causes people to be prejudiced against other people?

• How can racism be decreased at the university?
• Should Francine continue her relationship with Tony? Why or why not?
• What would you do if you were Tony or Francine?

Use these four words in the response:

1. Racist
2. Hang out
3. Ignore
4. Narrow-minded.