Problem:
Overall-underscore the two most enduring strands of the American Dream, which remain or reappear with each passing generation, regardless of historical and social changes: prosperity and family. Consider some of the readings that speak to these two strands. of the dream, espe- cially readings in this chapter dealing with present and coming trends, and write an essay explaining whether the pursuit of both these goals is feasible or the two might be mutually exclusive under certain conditions.
You might want to address such questions as:
Is the pursuit of both wise in a society where division of labor between the genders has become a thing of the past?
How do previous family tradition and experience influence the pursuit? Do class and ethnicity still have their say in the pursuit of both prosperity and family happiness?
Do recent immigrants stand a better or poorer chance? In your essay, you might wish to analyze only these issues, or you might want to follow your analysis with suggestions and advice for the typical American dreamer whose goal is to "have it all "
Response should be 5 pages.