Personal Objects and Cultural Identity

Irreplaceable: Personal Objects and Cultural Identity

Think of a personal object that is irreplaceable to you.

Please answer the following:

• 1. Describe the item and tell a brief story, memory, or ritual related to the item.
• 2. How does this possession influence your identity?
• 3. How does this item represent your cultural identity?
• 4. How is your selection of this item influenced by your identity and culture?

Instructions: please answer all 4 questions accordingly. Each answer should have the question re-typed following the answer. A minimum of 500 words in all excluding the re-typed questions. No reference is needed.