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Orthodox Judaism
Basque Country
Muslim Americans
100
What are some of the problems Orthodox Jewish immigrants faced in America?
Dietary restraints, observance of Sabbath, family separation
100
How did Spanish rulers attempt to eliminate Basque culture?
Francisco Franco, restricted citizens speaking Basque
100
What symbolic veil did a greater number of Muslim women start to wear after the 9/11 attacks?
The Hijab
200
What factors lead to a rift within the Jewish community?
Differences between Orthodoxy and Reform/Conservative
200
What were some problems in the Basque region?
Only a select amount of people spoke Basque
200
What's one reason for the increase in younger Muslims going to Mosques after 9/11?
Many Muslims wanted a greater understanding of their faith and have placed a greater emphasis on the role of Islam
300
What's the main criticism of modern Orthodox Judaism?
Sexism - separation during prayer, men perform tasks, modesty codes
300
How did Basques assimilate into U.S. culture?
Spoke English and brought Spanish culture
300
What played a big part in Americans’ negative views towards Muslims after 9/11?
The media, discrimination, hate crimes
400
How have Orthodox Jews adapted to American society?
Eating vegetarian, in touch with popular culture, attend secular schools
400
Discuss the significance of Pablo Picasso's "Guernica"
Anti-war painting, bombing of Guernica
400
What are some common misunderstandings Americans have about Muslims?
Muslim women are oppressed, they are recent immigrants, Islam promotes violence, Muslim/Arab is synonymous