READING RESPONSE #3

DIRECTIONS: Write an essay answering the following questions as completely as you can. Be sure to use evidence from or refer to the readings in Module 2 to support your answer.Your essay must be typed and double-spaced.


PART 1: Define stereotypes in general and discuss their effects. Briefly describe examples from each of the readings in Module 3 (3A, 3B, 3C, and 3D).

PART 2: What stereotypes do you have now or have you had in the past about other groups of people? Describe them in detail. How do you know they are stereotypes? How did you acquire these stereotypes? What positive and/or negative effects might they have on you?

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