Reading: What does it mean to be an American?

What does the term 'American' mostly refer to now?

• People from all of the Americas

• Someone from the United States

• Anyone who believes in liberty, equality, and republicanism

• People who participate in democracy

What is 'civic solidarity' according to the passage?

• A commitment to certain values like liberty and equality

• Working together to help each other and ensure fairness

• Defining who is a 'real American'

• Understanding the freedoms we have

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way to participate in American life?

• Voting

• Sharing values like justice and freedom

• Defining who is a 'real American'

• Supporting programs like housing subsidies

What is a common value that many Americans agree on?

• The importance of freedom

• The need to define a 'real American'

• The significance of cultural diversity

• The necessity of strict immigration policies

What does being American mean in terms of personal responsibility?

• Working hard to get a good education and job

• Participating in democracy

• Defining who is a 'real American'

• Understanding the freedoms we have

What has made it difficult for everyone to feel like they truly belong in America?

• The country's history of discrimination

• The idea of civic solidarity

• The mix of many cultures

• The freedom to start new lives

What is the ultimate reminder of being American according to the passage?

• We are all part of something bigger than ourselves

• We must define who is a 'real American'

• We should focus on individual success

• We need to maintain cultural diversity