Hi Miss Sue or anyone else. How is my introduction so for for my argumentative essay on Race and Culture?
Society plays a big role on race and culture. Whether a person is black or white, Asian or Hispanic, there will always be that someone who will look at another person and assume their identity based on their appearance. In the very beginning, people would travel from all over the world and immigrate to the United States for freedom and opportunities; a chance to start a whole new life for them and their loved ones. Becoming an American was a gift that foreigners wanted, but came with a price when different races and cultures came together as one, and found that some could not mix well with those who seemed different. It also became a problem for those with foreign parents who had to learn to fit in to American culture outside the home as well as their own culture inside the home. Because America is filled with many different races and cultures, some people are traditional to their own ethnic background. However, not everyone acts or behave according to their culture which surprises those who expects people to behave in their traditional cultural role. While America continues to evolve becoming the "melting pot" of the world, people from different cultures tend to judge and stereotype others, and do not realize that all people are humans like everyone else with unique personalities, regardless of race or ethnic background.
This looks good.
Now you need to support your thesis sentence.
Okay I changed my introduction a little to improve on it.
Society plays a big role on race and culture. Whether a person is black or white, Asian or Hispanic, there will always be that someone who attempts to identify others based on their appearance such as the color of their skin, the clothes they wear, or how they act. In the very beginning, people would travel from all over the world and immigrate to the United States for freedom and opportunities; a chance to start a whole new life for them and their loved ones. Becoming an American was a gift that foreigners wanted, but came with a price when people of different races and cultures came together as one, and found that some could not mix well with those who seemed different. It also became a problem for those with foreign parents who had to learn to fit in to American culture outside the home as well as their own culture inside the home. As America continues to fill itself with many different faces and colors, some people remain traditional to their own ethnic background. However, not everyone chooses to act or behave traditionally which surprises those who expect others to behave according to their traditional cultural role. While America continues to evolve becoming the "melting pot" of the world, people from different cultures tend to judge and stereotype others, and do not realize that all people are humans like everyone else with unique personalities, regardless of race or ethnic background.
I will work on the supporting paragraphs right now. Thank you.
first two supporting paragraphs....
America has been known as the melting pot for a while now. But despite the many years of foreigners and immigrants traveling and living in the U.S., America is still separated in many ways due to racism and prejudices. What is the difference between someone being racist and another who is prejudice? Being racist means disliking someone solely because of their race. Prejudice is someone who dislikes someone or a group of people for who they are or what they do, before being aware of all the facts about them. For example, if someone is a Christian, most times they will be prejudice against other religious organizations without even knowing any information about them. However, some people express racism throughout their daily lives without even knowing it. Even people who are prejudice are born with the preconceived notion that they feel negatively about a specific type of group of people, but not necessarily knowing why. In Vincent N. Parrillo “Causes of Prejudice” he states, “…individuals acquire the values, attitudes, beliefs, and perceptions of their culture or subculture, including religion, nationality, and social class. Generally, the child conforms to the parents’ expectations in acquiring an understanding of the world and its people. Children grow up not knowing any alternative conceptions of the world, and usually accept these concepts with no questions. Even when certain values or beliefs are based upon false stereotypes, prejudices shape the way some people perceive others and influence their attitudes and actions toward particular groups.
Stereotyping is another big issue in America. To stereotype someone means to identify and categorize someone based on their appearance. Stereotyping can lead to racism and prejudice and can cause people to assume certain situations, which sometimes can be a good thing, but other times, bad. In Studs Terkel’s “C.P. Ellis” C.P. states “I saw two young black people. I had the .32 revolver with me. I said: er, you seen a little young white boy up here? I just got a call from him and was told that some ers robbed him of fifteen cents. I pulled my pistol out and put it right at his head.” Just because someone is of a certain color or fits the profile of someone that one might dislike, it does not make that person bad in anyway. It just means that some people share common characteristics such as race, skin color, behavior, or attitudes.
Overall, your introduction is a good start for your argumentative essay on race and culture. It introduces the main theme of how society plays a role in shaping our perspectives on race and culture. However, there are a few areas where you can enhance the clarity and organization of your introduction.
First, consider starting with a strong and attention-grabbing thesis statement that clearly states your argument or main point. For example, you could say something like, "In a diverse society like America, race and culture influence how individuals are perceived, leading to judgment, stereotypes, and a need for individuals to navigate between their own heritage and the dominant culture."
Second, revise the sentence about people immigrating to the United States to provide more context. Explain why people migrated and give examples of the opportunities they sought or the challenges they faced in integrating into American society.
Also, consider reorganizing the sentences to create a smoother flow. For instance, after the sentence about people immigrating, you can mention how different races and cultures coming together led to challenges and difficulties in assimilation and acceptance. Then, you can discuss how individuals sometimes struggle to balance their traditional cultural roles with fitting into American culture.
While your introduction effectively highlights the general topic, try to expand on how society's expectations and perceptions are shaped by race and culture. Additionally, it would be helpful to mention the significance of understanding and challenging stereotypes, as well as promoting inclusivity and embracing the uniqueness of individuals.
Remember, an effective introduction should clearly present your main argument, provide context, and engage the reader's interest.