Immigrant Contribution Study Guide

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What is an appeal to authority?

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An appeal to authority refers to statements made by experts on a topic.

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What does the term 'non-English stock' refer to in the context of the Declaration of Independence?

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It refers to the 18 signers of the Declaration of Independence who were not of English descent.

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What are the two main reasons for immigrants to come to the USA according to Kennedy?

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Hopes for freedom and economic opportunity.

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Which minority group did Kennedy say the 'Melting Pot' has failed?

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The African American minority.

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What type of sentence is: 'When the lights came on, I saw the audience for the first time, and I waved to my parents, who were sitting in the front row.'?

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Compound-complex.

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Define 'Melting Pot' in the context of American society.

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The 'Melting Pot' is a metaphor for a society where many different cultures blend together.

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What is the significance of the Declaration of Independence in American history?

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It declared the colonies' independence from British rule and outlined the principles of individual rights.

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Explain the concept of 'cultural assimilation.'

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Cultural assimilation is the process by which a minority group adopts the customs and attitudes of the prevailing culture.

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What role did economic opportunity play in immigration to the USA?

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Economic opportunity attracted many immigrants seeking better jobs and living conditions.

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What is the difference between 'immigrant' and 'emigrant'?

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An immigrant is someone who comes to a new country, while an emigrant is someone who leaves their home country.