The document defines stereotypes as the automatic application of information about a group to every individual in that group, while generalizations are hypotheses formed based on initial ideas about a group. It provides examples of stereotypes about Americans, such as that they are rich, superficial, materialistic, and wasteful. The document advises traveling abroad with an open mind and not judging individuals based on cultural stereotypes, as one would not want to be judged that way either.

1. Stereotypes September 18, 2007 Day 8

3. Stereotype vs. Generalization

8. Americans are rich.

9. Americans are superficial.

10. Americans are materialistic.

11. Americans are wasteful.