What plays a more significant role in shaping an individual's personality: their genetic makeup or their social environment? In simpler terms, does "nurture" outweigh "nature," as the narrative might imply? If nurture is more influential, does that mean people are merely products of their surroundings? Consider how you might have turned out if you had been raised in a different setting.

Investigate the subject of intercultural marriage. What challenges do individuals often face when marrying someone from a different cultural background?

Do you believe Edward made the right decision, or is Bateman correct in thinking he is squandering his life? Can their differing value systems be harmonized, or must one always choose between them? Is it possible to pursue what Edward desires—beauty, truth, and goodness—while also embracing the material values of American culture?

Study the impact of French colonization on Tahiti and other islands in the South Pacific. What were the consequences of colonialism? Did it benefit or hinder the islands? What is the current role of the French in French Polynesia?

In 1995 and 1996, Tahiti experienced riots concerning the issue of French nuclear testing in the region, which had been ongoing since 1966. Explore this topic. What were the arguments for and against the testing?