The Meritocracy Myth: Chapter Review and Discussion Questions
Chapter Overview: Write a 2-page review of the chapter (double-spaced, 12-point font with 1-inch margins) based on your reaction to the reading and focused on the key themes and ideas in the reading.
Write four questions based on your review of the chapter. Include the questions in your chapter review.
Written Assignment Guidelines
What do you see as the theme of this chapter?
What are the specific statements the author makes to identify/define the theme?
What is the author’s perspective on the theme? Do you agree? Disagree? Why?
How does the reading relate to the topics we have discussed in class? To status attainment in society? To functionalist vs. conflict theory?
What is your conclusion/take away from this chapter?