Write an essay on one of the following topics. As you write, keep your audience in mind. Try to make your writing interesting to your readers.

1. Do you agree or disagree that the best way to learn about and become interested in the diverse cultures and traditions in the world is by wearing fashions, hairstyles, or body jewelry from other parts of the world?

2 Do you agree or disagree that too much emphasis is placed on cultural and ethnic diversity and that this may actually separate people of different ethnicities and cultures rather than bring them together? Do you think we should focus on the similarities between people rather than on the differences?

3 Do you agree or disagree that countries should resist importing the cultural values of the United States, which places so much emphasis on material goods, pop culture, and entertainment?