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Focus Question #1:

You've Got to Be Carefully Taught" from the musical __South Pacific__ By: Rodgers & Hammerstein (1949)

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Read the following lyrics to the song:

Think about the following questions as you read the lyrics: Focus Question #1: You have heard Rodgers & Hammerstein's viewpoint that people are taught to fear and hate others who are different from them. Since we know that prejudice means "an opinion that is formed without knowing or understanding all the facts," describe a time when you experienced or witnessed prejudice.
 * What is the theme/message being conveyed in this song?
 * Do you agree or disagree with this message?
 * Can you think of any experiences that relate to this piece of music?

Answer plan: What to do
 * 1) Write a sentence introducing the situation. (2 pts)
 * 2) Include 3-5 sentences describing the situation. (6 pts)
 * 3) Conclude by explaining how this illustrates prejudice. (2 pts)

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