In your original post, you will choose a social issue or event that shaped our culture. You are welcome to choose from one of the following examples or come up with your own social issue or event in which you have interest.

• Climate change
• Immigration
• Inflation
• Economy
• Current political atmosphere
• Covid-19 Pandemic
• Unemployment
• Sept 11, 2001 Attacks
• Religious attachment

In your original post, answer the following:

PART ONE

• What social issue or event will you be talking about?
• How has language changed as a result of your chosen social issue/event?
• How have norms and values changed as a result of your chosen social issue/event?

PART TWO

• How have the elements of culture (language, norms, values) contributed to your socialization with those around you (family, school, work, peers, etc)? For instance, is there language used in your region that's not used in another? What norms define your culture? How are your values different from people of another generation?