AMERICAN WAYS - Chapter 2 Review

Which of the six values we have talked about in Chapter 2 did the book say is the most fundamental value in U.S. society?

• Materialism

• Freedom

• Self-Reliance

• Hard Work

Which word means to move from one place or position to another?

• global

• promote

• convert

• shift

Why don't people in the U.S. have titles of nobility such as Duke, Lord, Lady, Baron?

• Everyone is considered equal.

• People don't like to have titles.

• The constitution of the U.S. doesn't allow it.

Which word means to get rid of something completely?

• eliminate

• convert

• promote

• accumulate

What is an example of where we can see freedom in everyday life in the U.S.?

• People wear their pajamas to Walmart.

• You can choose to study any major you want.

• You can live anywhere you want.

• You can choose what kind of work you want to do.

What were three types of freedoms the early settlers were seeking when they came to the U.S.?

• Freedom from noblemen and artistocrats

• Freedom from kings and governments

• Freedom from religious authorities

• Freedom from hard work

Which word means smaller or less important?

• diminish

• abundant

• eliminate

• accumulate

What does the expression "Stand on your own two feet" mean?

• Don't step on other people's feet

• You should never sit down

• You should be self-reliant and not depend on other people

• You shouldn't ride a bicycle

What word means to change from one form, system, or purpose to a different one?

• defy

• accumulate

• convert

• promote

The American belief in equality of opportunity means that

• Everyone should have an equal chance to succeed.

• Everyone is guaranteed success.

• No one is allowed to be more successful than another person.