Talking Points
With your tutor, conversation partners, or classmates, you may wish to discuss the following:
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Do you believe that one's personality is linked to his/her blood type?
Why or why not?
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Is it fair to pre-judge a person because of his/her blood type?
Scientists have refuted the claims to connections between personality and blood type.
- Why do you think people persist in believing in "pop culture" stereotypes?
- Why do you think people are willing to buy books based on unscientific theories
put forth by self-proclaimed experts?
- Would you buy such a book? Why or why not?
For More Practice
Pretend you are a scientist who has studied blood type and found no
connection with personality. Debate the issue with a person who strongly
supports the pop culture point of view.
Pretend you are a Type B Man. How can you best deal with negative stereotypes?
Your friend is unfairly prejudicial against Type B Men.
Help her/him change her/his point of view.
Click here for Phrases for Conversation to use within your discussion.
