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Discussion Questions 3 & 4
3. In The Reluctant Fundamentalist, how did Changez’s idea of the American Dream change after 9/11? Did his desires change from when he originally came to America? Changez comes to America in search of a successful life, specifically with his career. After the terrorists’ attacks in 2001, Changez sees the real price of the American Dream. You may think you’re an American, but that doesn’t mean America accepts you. Changez comes to the conclusion that despite all his efforts up to this point, people still distrust him and his “dream” isn’t so achievable after all. His dream was supposed to be the classic started from the bottom and worked his own way to the top. After he gets promoted, it almost feels
Discussion Questions 3 & 4
3. In The Reluctant Fundamentalist, how did Changez’s idea of the American Dream change after 9/11? Did his desires change from when he originally came to America? Changez comes to America in search of a successful life, specifically with his career. After the terrorists’ attacks in 2001, Changez sees the real price of the American Dream. You may think you’re an American, but that doesn’t mean America accepts you. Changez comes to the conclusion that despite all his efforts up to this point, people still distrust him and his “dream” isn’t so achievable after all. His dream was supposed to be the classic started from the bottom and worked his own way to the top. After he gets promoted, it almost feels