Unit 3: America Comes of Age

Class Activities

Class Discussions

Discussion Questions:

  • Are men and women treated equally in society?

  • Are there ideas or policies of law and society that limit men and women from being equal?

  • What can individuals do to bring change in our society for equality?

Discussion Questions:

  • What does it mean to be a “woman” and what does it mean to be a “man”?

  • Do you think the “other side” has it easier? Why?

  • What do we as members of society need to change to make life more equal?

  • What role does business have regarding the influence of society? Should they?

  • Is there anything manipulative about the advertisements we saw?

  • Do they have a relevant message with some or total truth to them?

  • Will this activity cause you to think more about the behaviors you do or model for other people in society?