Litterature

 Choose one of the following questions (your choice) and respond to it in at least 150 words.  Try to consider multiple points of view; don't hesitate to include both pro and con arguments.

1. In what situations and under what circumstances is it valid to make men or women remove religious attire, not be allowed to wear it at all, trim/shave their facial hair, or cut/style their hair in certain ways (not necessarily religiously-connected) ?  Consider the following contexts: security reasons; school or company dress codes; military regulations for enlisted personnel; (try to come up with another situation/context).


2. Imagine a situation of gentrification where a particular ethnic community is being displaced by wealthier incomers.  What cultural issues may arise?  If there are conflicts of cultural norms between the older community and the newcomers, does each side have an equal claim, or not? Why?


3. When Americans or Europeans visit a strict Islamic country such as Iran or Saudi Arabia that has laws or customs about public dress or consumption of alcohol, should they be forced to abide by these standards? Should they do so voluntarily? What about if they move there to work for a few years?  What about if they move there permanently?  What about visiting diplomats?


4. In many countries in Europe, Australia, and North America, there is currently a debate about whether immigration should be restricted, for everyone or for people from certain areas.   What are the justifications given for such restrictions?  Is it ever valid for the majority group of a country to object to large influxes of people whose values are extremely different to those established in the country?  Why or why not?