EQ: What was the caste system and what was the quality of life like for members of each category?

The CASTE System

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Diamante Poem

A diamante poem is used to compare and contrast. It should be written in the shape of a diamond.

Your assignment is to create a diamante poem comparing and contrasting 2 groups of the caste systemYour poem should follow this format.:

Line 1: Topic 1Line 2: Two words describing Topic 1Line 3: Three action words (-ing verbs) about Topic 1Line 4: A four or five word phrase describing Both TopicsLine 5: Three action words (-ing verbs) about Topic 2Line 6: Two words describing Topic 2Line 7: Topic 2 Example:

DogPlayful, Happy

Running, Wagging, BarkingLovable pets for many people

Sleeping, Licking, ProwlingLazy, Independent

Cat

What would your life look like in Kernersville if you belonged to the following category?

• A= Brahmins• B= Khashitryas• C= Vaisyas• D= Sudras• F= Pariah (Untouchables)

Question:

• Do you think people should be ranked in society at all? What are the advantges/disadvantages of social classes/categories?