In our first segment from the documentary of meet the patels (approximately minutes 1-12--ending with why Ravi breaks up with Audrey), we get to meet Ravi and get to know his family. Answer the following questions: 1. Based on the film minutes 1-12:00, what kind of family does Ravi have? Explain.

2. According to Ravi's parents, what is important in a good mate?

3. How should one meet a good mate, according to his parents?

4. Ideally, where should Ravi's wife come from?

5. Why does Ravi break up with Audrey? (Explain)

*Good, high quality answers, will be developed and connect back to material from the world view unit as well as connect to new material covered in class this week and in this week's reading from the textbook.

Part II: Minutes 12:16-22:49

1. What do you think about the process Ravi's dad describes? Explain

2. What do you think about what makes a good mate? (Based on the discussion Ravi has with the groom when he asks the groom, "how do you know she's the one?) Would that be a good basis for a decision for you?

3. What changes Ravi's mind about looking for a wife? Do you agree with his decision? (do you think the process works? Would it work for you?)

Part III: Minutes 23-40

1. Ravi's dad describes the process to him. What do you think about the process? Do you think it works/ Why or why not?

2. What do you think about Ravi's father's suggestion if Ravi wants to find Indian girls in America?

3. What was your reaction to the older folks who tell Ravi there are certain kinds of girls that are off limits? Did that surprise you?

Part IV: Minutes 40-1:27

1. Do you agree with how the search ends for Ravi? Why?

2. Do you think Ravi will be happy? Why?

3. Please comment on any item in the film not yet discussed?