Unit 1: American Dream 1

What main message is the writer trying to communicate in "A Quilt of a Country"?

• The United States is very different from other countries.

• People in the United States value the idea that all people are created equal.

• A nation in which people are so deeply divided by ethnicity, background, and customs makes no sense.

• It is amazing that a country made up of such diverse people can be united as one nation.

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According to "A Quilt of a Country," how is the United States similar to a quilt?

• It is patched together from dissimilar parts.

• It is beautiful and practical.

• It was created through hard work and determination.

• It is intended for all people, no matter their sex, ethnicity, or religion.

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Which of the following statements best expresses the central idea of "The Immigrant Contribution"?

• Immigrants have made key contributions to American history, culture, and politics.

• Immigration is a core part of American society and an expression of the nation's values.

• Immigrants have had difficulty assimilating into American society, but eventually they adapt.

• Immigration to America reflects the plentiful opportunities the nation offers to newcomers.

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According to "The Immigrant Contribution," what does the idea of equality mean in the United States?

• All U.S. citizens should have equal opportunities and freedoms.

• Granting citizens equality is the surest way to create a powerful nation.

• People of different talents and abilities are still equal in character.

• U.S. citizens view one another as equals instead of looking down on anyone.

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The 1960s, when “American History” is set, was a time of great social change and reform. Which of the following issues of the time is most relevant to Elena’s experiences in the story?

• strong ethnic divisions in urban areas

• American involvement in wars overseas

• discrimination against African Americans

• the struggle for equal rights for women

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variety of different ethnic or cultural groups

• diversity

• naturalization

• stock

• pluralistic

groups of people inside a political party, club, government, etc., working against another group

• descendants

• elation

• factions

• minority

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the process of becoming a citizen

• impulse

• coalescing

• disparate

• naturalization

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