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9 Impact Topics - The Boyfriend (Int’l Relationships)
prejudice
discrimination
intercultural vs. international
communication
compromise
accept / acceptance
object (v) / objection
approve / approval
xenophobia
closed minded / open minded


What is bothering Sarah’s father?
Do you agree with Sarah or her father? Why?
How important to you is parental approval in your choice of a partner? Boyfriend/girlfirend?
What are some advantages and disadvantages to international relationships? problems/benefits
What are your experiences with international or intercultural relationships? Would you consider marriage to someone from another culture?
Do you think an intercultural relationship is more difficult in Japan than in other countries? Why or why not?