https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdaQnGgWoPg   After viewing the documentary and reading the article, answer the questions below in paragraph form

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdaQnGgWoPg

After viewing the documentary and
reading the article, answer the questions below in paragraph form and include
either real-life examples or information from the documentary or article. 
Use complete sentences, spelling and correct punctuation. One word and one
sentence answers are not acceptable.  Respond to the following points:

1. What is your definition of the
“American Dream” and specifically what material item(s) are included
within that definition? 

2. What effect does consumption have
on the environment? 

3.  If a person does not
consume the “right brand,” what are some of the social
consequences?  (i.e. child goes to school not wearing the new Jordan’s or
LeBron’s) 

4. Why do people consume outside
their needs?  

5.  What is an example of a
want that has morphed into a need? 

6. What are the ramifications of compulsory consumption (see
article)? 

7.  How can you control your
consumer desires? 

8. If you spent and consumed less,
do you think it would have a good, bad, or neutral effect on your well being?