"The American Dream" reading and response (20 pts)----

Today's article:
1.  "The Transformation of 'The American Dream'"
2. " In Search of the American Dream"

Write down this definition on the blank space at the bottom of your page:

The American Dream is a national ethos of the United States, the set of ideals (democracy, rights, liberty, opportunity and equality) in which freedom includes the opportunity for prosperity and success, as well as an upward social mobility for the family and children, achieved through hard work in a society with few barriers. In the definition of the American Dream by James Truslow Adams in 1931, "life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability or achievement" regardless of social class or circumstances of birth.
(from Wikipedia.com)

Next, we will read "The Transformation of the 'American dream'" by Robert J. Shiller as a class. While we read together you will:
1. Circle unknown words
2. star any ideas you find particularly important
3. Write down any notes or questions you may have

After this is completed, turn to the other side and read "In Search of the American Dream" silently to yourself repeating the same 3 annotations listed above.

When you are finished reading and annotating both of these articles, write down a brief (1-2 paragraph response) on the following topic:

Is the "American Dream still alive today?" use at least one example from each article in your response.