Understanding US Territories

Hello inquisitive minds! According to the passage, what is one reason why many mainland Americans, such as Scarlett, Rohan, and James, are not well-versed in the history and cultures of the US territories?

• They are not included in the school curriculum.

• The territories lack voting representation in the United States Congress.

• The territories are frequently neglected in the allocation of infrastructure funds.

• The territories are not among the 50 states represented by stars on the American flag.

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Hello Samuel, Benjamin, and Nora! Can you deduce the subject matter that Daniel Immerwahr explores in his compelling book "How to Hide an Empire"?

• The economic impact of US territories.

• The cultural diversity of US territories.

• The calamitous impact of ignorance on the daily lives of Americans living in US territories.

• The travel opportunities in US territories.

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Class, can anyone explain one of the consequences of the lack of voting representation for US territories in the United States Congress? Abigail, Luna, or Mason, do you know the answer?

• Increased federal funding for infrastructure.

• Millions of US nationals and citizens in American territories are excluded from general presidential elections.

• Greater awareness of the territories' history and culture.

• More travel opportunities to the territories.

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Greetings students! Elijah, Noah, and Liam are inquisitive: What does the term "proving ground" signify in the context of US territories?

• A location where new laws are evaluated.

• A location where unregulated factories are established.

• A location where medical tests are conducted.

• All of the above.

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Hello Jackson, Aiden, and Rohan! Can you identify which natural feature makes American Samoa exceptionally unique?

• Electric green rainforest.

• Steep-sided islands with fruit bats.

• Clear waves lapping the shore and reefs housing swarms of tropical fish.

• All of the above.

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Hello Ava, Henry, and Nora! Can you identify which cultural element is emphasized in the vivid portrayal of American Samoa?

• Traditional dances and celebrations.

• Local tattoo artists.

• Polynesian culture thriving for over 3,000 years.

• All of the above.

Hey Daniel and Mia, can you deduce what makes Guam's history so intriguing?

• It has been a strategic location between the Americas and Asia.

• It has been a crossroads in the Western Pacific.

• It has experienced threats from Japan and North Korea.

• All of the above.

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Evelyn and Aiden are delving into various culinary traditions. What distinctive feature of Chamorro cuisine did they uncover?

• It draws on flavors from around the globe.

• It is primarily vegetarian.

• It is influenced by European cuisine.

• It is known for its sweet dishes.

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Grace and Oliver are having a debate. Can you help them settle it? How many states are currently in the United States?

• 50

• 13

• 35

• 49

Luna, Grace, and Aria are engaged in an intriguing debate! Can you assist them in resolving it? What is the largest state in the United States by area?

• Texas

• Washington

• California

• Montana