Sociology Chp

1. In general, what was Morgan’s health status at the start of the project? At the end?
2. How did Morgan feel after his first Supersize meal? Why do you think this happened?
3. Why is the comparison between cigarette smokers and overweight people being made?
4. Do you believe that people can have food addictions? Why or why not?
5. What role does personal responsibility play in people’s food choices?
6. How long does it take Morgan to lose all the weight he gained in this 30 day project?
7. Did this movie change your view of fast food? Did this movie change your view of your own eating habits?
8. What would you suggest for menu items that taste good, that students would eat and are not overloaded with sugar, salt, fat or empty calories?
9. Does our society promote an unhealthy attitude toward food?
10. In your opinion what was the most memorable part of Supersize me and why?
11. Should any laws or policies be instituted to help combat obesity in North American society? Explain.
12. In an age when we have so much information at our disposal, why do we still make choices based on advertising and marketing?
13. Advertising affects us all, explain how advertising affects you (the things you buy, the food you eat, and the places you go or want to go).