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Exploring American Culture Research Paper

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ENGG 1100 Exploring US Culture
Winter 2016
Self-Reflection
1. Think about what we’ve studied in ENGG 1100. What are some things Americans values in their culture? Why?
There are many principles that Americans value in their culture. Some I knew before taking this class, such as showing respect is an essential principle of American culture. It is included everywhere. People find respect whether at courses as essential part, training, or between employees at work place. Respect is one of the major thing that I have seen American society practicing. It is very important to make everyone comply with the norms and ethics of the society. As a result, respect is one of the important value I consider before and after this class. For instance, The Story of An Hour by Kate Chopin, it shows how people in the story are respecting Mrs. Mallard because of her husband death. It was written in 1894 which is too old. However, it shows respect of Mrs. Mallard's emotions.
Also, I learned other things after this class. For example, one of the major thing that I did not know before this class is …show more content…

Second, I want my dream come true. Since I was young I wanted to be a Computer Science guy. Therefore, I tried my best to start at this major at the University of Denver. Currently, I am doing my bachelor on CS and I want to start on the Master degree and the PhD after. Besides, there is also one dream that I want to accomplish which I am feeling most of the time that I should get a US citizenship. I do not want to vote, but I am very motivated to be an American. I like the people, the American Culture, even the weather. Even though it is hard to apply or to get the citizenship since I have already singed a paper to go back to my country when I finish my degree. However, that idea will last forever. Finally, I am still thinking of coming back here if I am done with my first dream which is to be a Computer Science expert, then I will focus on my other

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