Warm-up You have read several articles, poems, speeches and novels about the concept of “The American Dream.” Define the “American Dream” in your own words. Make sure to include concepts discussed in class or in the readings. How has your original definition of the American Dream evolved since the beginning of the unit? Is the “American Dream” accessible to all Americans?

Content Language Objective

Article Read and annotate – Highlight facts and figures – Comment on surprises – What do you agree/disagree with – Come up with the central idea

Questions for Consideration What is the author’s claim? What lines from the text support this claim? According to the author, what seems to be the root cause for lack of access to the American Dream? Does the author provide a counter claim? What is the author’s call to action?