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In India, More Women Demand Toilets Before Marriage

In India, More Women Demand Toilets Before Marriage | Walkerteach Geo | Scoop.it
From www.washingtonpost.com - October 31, 2012 1:42 AM
NILOKHERI, India -- An ideal groom in this dusty farming village is a vegetarian, does not drink, has good prospects for a stable job and promises his bride-to-be an amenity in high demand: a toilet.

 

 

Questions to Ponder:

1) What can you learn about the local rural culture of India from this article?

2) What is the status of women in India? How is it changing?

EQ: How does popular culture (western toilets) influence and impact the local culture (Indian marriage doweries and women's rights) of India? 

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Slideshare: Middle east flags

From www.slideshare.net - October 22, 2012 6:58 AM

 Looking for an easy online method of sharing and using powerpoint presentations?  Slideshare is made just for that.  Here is one I made of Middle Eastern flags a while back, showing the cultural patterns and similarities among the flags.  Students are quick to note that the Israeli flag sticks out and "doesn't fit in well visually."  


Via Seth Dixon
Matt Mallinson's comment, October 22, 2012 12:17 PM
I agree with the caption, the Israeli flag is totally different than the rest of the Middle Eastern countries. I'm guessing it has something to do with religion, I can't think of any other reason.
Derek Ethier's comment, October 25, 2012 10:29 PM
The obvious thing that comes to mind when examining these flags is how starkly the flag of Israel contrast to those of the Islamic nations. They all generally have similar color schemes and flag patterns or have some type of religious connotation. Many have the crescent moon of Islam, Arabic script, etc. Israel on the other hand is blue and white which contrasts greatly with the reds, blacks and greens. However, they are all similar if you consider that all of their flags are highly religious. Though the others are devoted to Islam, Israel's is also religious as it has the Star of David emblazoned on it.
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