Fast Food Nation

In Eric Schlosser's essay "Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of the All-American Meal," he claims "Americans now spend more money on fast food than on higher education, personal computers, computer software, or new cars. They spend more on fast food than on movies, books, magazines, newspapers, videos, and recorded music--combined" (99).

What kind of facts, real or imagined, does Schlosser use to support this claim? Is this a surpisng fact? Do you agree or disagree with Schlosser, why or why not? Using the Internet, research support for your claim, and post it in your response. Remember to check your rssources for reliablity.

Malcolm X: Epiphany

After reading "Saved," one realizes that Malcolm X has an ephiphay, that is, a sudden moment when he realizes the value of words and the importance of education.

According to Marlys Mayfield, " The advantange of having a precise vocabulary to desribe your experience is that it enables you to learn and experience even more." (Mayfield, 46)

How does Malcolm X’s experience validate the quote by Mayfield ? When was that moment for you ? How do you expand your vocabulary?



Mayfield, Marlys. Thinking for Yourself, 7th Ed. U.S.: ThomsonWadsworth, 2007.

Introductions

Welcome to One Mind Journey, this is your blog spot for English 5, Laney College, Summer Session 07. In tonight's post, there are two parts.

First, tell us a little bit about yourself. Who you are? Why you're taking this class?

Second, Answer the following:

One historical event or a recent pop culture occurence, that has caused you to pause and think is . . . For example, the Iraq War, the price of gas, Paris Hilton, Don Imus, the media, the evolution of the Internet, etc.

Describe the situation and your response to it.

Respond to this post and then, in a separate post, to one of your peers.