Daily News Article - May 14, 2012
1. Explain the details of the new curfew being implemented at Dallas' NorthPark mall.
2. What are the exceptions to the new curfew?
3. Describe the dress code.
4. What happens to teens who don't comply with the new rules?
5. Why is NorthPark Mall implementing these new rules?
6. a) Several malls across the country have already adopted teen curfews. List 3 problems you think NorthPark is trying to solve with its new rules.
b) Do you think NorthPark has a legitimate concern? Explain your answer.
7. The mother interviewed said "If they're not allowed to come to the mall when they want to, they probably won't come." A 19-year-old said "If I couldn't come to the mall after 6:00, I wouldn't come." Do you think the new rules will affect business? Will teens stop shopping at NorthPark? Will businesses see their profits go down as a result?
8. How much does Northpark Mall expect its retail sales to be this year?
9. The reporters quote several teens and a parent who are opposed to the new rules in this article. What do you think would be the overall response from each of the following groups to the a poll on this issue?
a) store owners
b) store employees
c) adults shopping at the mall