Carrot Sticks or French Fries? Analyzing Factors That Influence Interest Levels in Fast Food

• Author: Hutchings CatherineAnderson Bridget
• Subject: Humanities, Science and Technology, Social Sciences
• Institution Name: New York Times Learning Network
• Collection: New York Times
• Grade Level: Primary, Secondary

• Abstract: In this lesson, students investigate the influence of fast food brand names on food choices and analyze the factors that contribute to branding preferences. Then they write an opinion essay on the corporate responsibility to influence food choices.

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• Languages: English
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