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The World is Flat Unit
Chapter 6 “The Untouchables” Response Paper
Directions: Read chapter 6 of The World is Flat, and then write a response paper following the guidelines
below.
Your reflection must:
be written from a first-person point of view
have an argument/ position
quote both Friedman’s text
be at least 3 full page – typed and double spaced
be formatted following Chicago guidelines
be coherently organized and include transitions
be specific (no summary)
be well-written, thoughtful, and absent of errors
In your reflection, you can:
discuss Friedman’s intentions and/or key concerns
examine the implications of Friedman’s chapter on your future.
explore moments from the chapter that create emotional reactions in you
Your paper should not be a summary of the text. Summary papers will receive F grades.
Your paper should analyze specific moments from the chapter, and should detail your personal response to the
reading.