FRIDAY!!! CLEAR OFF YOUR DESK FOR YOUR EASY GRAMMAR QUIZ TURN OVER YOUR QUIZ WHEN YOU’RE DONE TAKE OUT YOUR URBAN OUTFITTERS ARTICLE.

SOCRATIC SEMINAR GUIDELINES/STRUCTURE Definition Purpose Advantages Preparation Rules Checklist

STUDENT QUESTIONS!!! In Sasha Houston Brown’s “Letter to Urban Outfitters,” she states, “The company’s actions violate the Federal Indian Arts and Craft Act of 1990 and the Federal Trade Commission Act.” Why would Brown include the violation of federal laws, knowing consequences could go higher than getting rid the clothing line? - Leojae In Sasha Houston Brown’s “Letter to Urban Outfitters,” she states, “My primary concern with your company is the level on which you are engaging in cultural and religious appropriation.” Why is she so concerned about Urban Outfitters mocking the Native American culture when there are a number of other company’s that do it as well? - Latisha In Sasha Houston Brown’s “Letter to Urban Outfitters,” she states, “this is theft of our very cultural identity, no less so than the theft of our traditional homelands that began with Columbus’ ‘discovery’ of the Americans.” Why does Brown feel that Urban Outfitters’ collection is equivalent to the events of after Columbus’ discovery of America? – Tarik In Sasha Houston Brown’s “Letter to Urban Outfitters,” she states, “All too often industries, sport teams and ignorant individuals legitimize racism under the guise of cultural ‘appreciation.’” Why does Brown degrade her audience that support or appreciate Urban Outfitters products? – Tierra

STUDENT QUESTIONS!!! In Sasha Houston Brown’s “Letter to Urban Outfitters,” she states, “In all seriousness as a Native American women, I am deeply distressed by your company’s mass marketed collection of distasteful and racially demeaning apparel and décor.” Why did Brown feel like if that tone and language was used it would persuade the company? – Taya In Sasha Houston Brown’s “Letter to Urban Outfitters,” she states, “your company also perpetuate the worst stereotype of Indians.” Why doesn’t Brown go to a larger company to complain about the stereotyping of Indians. - Joseph In Sasha Houston Brown’s “Letter to Urban Outfitters,” she states, “I doubt that you consulted the Navajo Nation about using their tribal name on sophisticated items such as the ‘Navajo Hipster Panty.’” Why does Brown feel that she can stand up and speak out for the Navajo Nation when she is a part of the Santee Sioux Nation? - Cheyenne

WALK THROUGH SOCRATIC SEMINAR Let’s Practice!!! 5 volunteer leaders Teacher will stop/pause only to practice the correct discussion protocol 10 Participation points for ALL during discussion (October is Almost over!)

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