American Values Quiz

According to the text "Understanding Americans", what is one of the core values that Americans hold dear?

• Collectivism

• Individualism

• Communism

• Socialism

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of American individualism?

• Valuing self-reliance

• Expecting others to be self-reliant

• Promoting collectivism

• Being proud of independence

What does the U.S. Declaration of Independence state about equality?

• All men are created equal

• Some men are created equal

• No one is equal

• Equality is not important

Which of the following is an example of American nationalism/patriotism?

• Singing the national anthem

• Protesting against the government

• Disrespecting the American flag

• Ignoring the country's history

What do Americans value in terms of work and success?

• Luck and chance

• Social heritage

• Hard work and family loyalty

• Wealth and power

What is a common characteristic of American communication style?

• Indirectness and ambiguity

• Directness and clarity

• Silence and non-verbal cues

What do Americans value in terms of privacy?

• Sharing personal information openly

• Having no boundaries

• Protecting personal space and information

What is a key aspect of American democracy?

• Dictatorship

• Voting and expressing opinions

• Censorship and control

• Monarchy

What do Americans value in terms of time?

• Wasting time and being inefficient

• Being punctual and efficient

• Procrastinating and being late

• Ignoring time altogether

What do Americans value in terms of innovation and progress?

• Maintaining traditional practices

• Avoiding change and new ideas

• Embracing new ideas and improvements

• Resisting technological advancements