by Alice Walker

by Gabriel Gbadamosi

My Father’s Country Is the Poor
In this article, Alice Walker recalls a trip to Cuba that prompted her to reflect upon her father—a man whose life was defined by poverty and whose relationship with his daughter was marred by it. After reading the article, create a work of art in tribute to "Willie Lee," such as a collage, a poem, or a portrait. Share your artwork with a small group of classmates, explaining the choices you made while creating it.

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
This is a link to Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s eulogy on her personal Web page. It explains the impact she has had upon the medical profession and describes how she has influenced society’s attitudes towards death and dying. You may use the information here or on the rest of her Web site as a resource for the Interdisciplinary Activity in your textbook.