Reading: Personal Relationships
Unit 1 – Tronc Commun Science
🌍 Warm-Up Discussion
Think-Pair-Share
Discuss with a partner:
- What makes a strong friendship?
- How do you maintain good family relationships?
- What cultural differences affect relationships in Morocco?
Word Cloud
📖 Cultural Perspectives on Friendship
How Cultures Define Friendship
In different societies, the concept of friendship varies significantly. While Western cultures often view friendship as voluntary and based on personal choice, many non-Western cultures see it as inseparable from family and community ties.
Case Study: Morocco
In Moroccan culture, friendships often:
- Develop through family connections or neighborhood ties
- Involve strong expectations of loyalty and mutual support
- Last for decades, sometimes generations
- Include sharing meals and participating in family events
Research shows that Moroccans typically have smaller but deeper friendship circles compared to Americans, who may have hundreds of casual acquaintances. The Moroccan concept of “Sadiq” (صديق) implies a lifelong bond with mutual responsibilities.
Key Vocabulary
- Bond: a close connection
- Acquaintance: someone you know casually
- Mutual: shared by two or more people
- Expectation: a belief about what should happen
Reading Strategy
Skimming: Read quickly to get the main idea
Scanning: Look for specific information
Context Clues: Guess word meanings from surrounding text
🧠 Comprehension Check
Multiple Choice
- Moroccan friendships often develop through:
- The word “Sadiq” implies:
True/False
Critical Thinking
How might technology be changing traditional friendship patterns in Morocco?
✨ Extension Activities
Interview Project
Interview an elder about how friendships have changed over time.
Cultural Comparison
Create a Venn diagram comparing Moroccan and Western friendships.
Reflection Journal
Write about how your own friendships reflect Moroccan cultural values.
