Understanding Cultures in the United States

What makes the United States a rich and diverse cultural society?

• The variety of cultures and people living there

• Its economic power

• Its large population

• Its geographical size

How do immigrants contribute to American culture?

• By creating new laws

• By building new cities

• By bringing new customs and traditions

• By teaching new languages

What is a custom?

• A type of food

• A law passed by the government

• A way of doing something shared by many people

• A traditional dance

How is a family's heritage passed down?

• Through sharing customs and traditions between generations

• Through television

• Through schools

• Through books

What are some ways culture influences our everyday life?

• Through scientific discoveries

• Through art, architecture, music, dance, sports, and stories

• Through weather patterns

• Through economic policies

Which American artist was inspired by African art?

• Pablo Picasso

• Vincent van Gogh

• Jacob Lawrence

• Leonardo da Vinci

What style of architecture influenced the design of American government buildings?

• Greek

• Roman

• Chinese

• Egyptian

What is a pow-wow?

• A type of food

• A Native American gathering with dancing and music

• A traditional Mexican celebration

• A French national holiday

What is celebrated on the Fourth of July in the United States?

• Memorial Day

• Labor Day

• Independence Day

• Thanksgiving

What is the significance of Cinco de Mayo?

• It honors Mexican cultural heritage

• It marks the start of the Mexican Revolution

• It celebrates Mexican independence from Spain

• It commemorates a victory over France