What type of assumptions do you have about how the world ought to work? Clearly describe three or four of your cultural assumptions or expectations.

ANT 102 Exploring Cultures
Essay Question: Extra-Credit (15 points)
Due by:

Instructions:
Cultural anthropologists believe that studying cultural anthropology helps us to reflect on our assumptions about the world and how it works (or should work). They believe that it can provide us with the skills that we need to thrive in a changing and sometimes confusing world.

Consider the statement above. Write a reflective essay (an essay in which you express your thoughts) that addresses the following:

i) What type of assumptions do you have about how the world ought to work? Clearly describe three or four of your cultural assumptions or expectations.
ii) Do you agree that studying cultural anthropology leads you to question these assumptions? Why or why not? Give examples to support your opinion.
iii) What type of skills do you think that you will need to flourish/thrive in this world during your lifetime?
iv) How do you think these skills can be developed or attained?

Please note:
Your essay must have a clear introduction, body (which consists of separate paragraphs) and conclusion. The purpose of an introduction and conclusion is to summarize the contents of your essay. Remember, that this is a reflective essay; it contains your thoughts and perspectives. There is no right or wrong answer to any of the questions set out above.

Your essay needs to meet these formatting requirements:
At least 3 typed pages
Double spacing
Please use Arial font, size 12
Margins must be 1 inch on the left, right, top and bottom
Be sure to include your name and the section number of your class. E.g: John Smith (Ant 102.9) at the top of the first page
Number your pages

This essay is due by. Please submit it to me by email at Claudia.crowie@nau.edu. I cannot accept essays submitted after this date because I will not be able to grade them in time to meet the midterm grade submission deadline.

Grading rubric:

Introduction clearly summarizes your overall perspective (1 point)
Conclusion summarizes the points you have made in the body of your essay (1 point)
You have followed the formatting instructions (1 point)
You have addressed each of the questions in (i) to (iv) above and have done so clearly, supporting your responses with examples or explanations that are appropriate (12 points)

Total: 15 points