The American Citizen Answers
In a short paragraph, define multiculturalism and explain why the United States is a multicultural nation.
Multiculturalism is a philosophy that protects cultural diversity. When a person or group approaches a situation from a multicultural perspective, they are taking care to recognize the contributions of people from all cultural groups. Approaching a situation from a multicultural perspective means learning about cultures other than your own. America is multicultural because its values reflect these principles. The country’s population is growing more diverse each year. America’s laws protect this diversity: they give citizens the right to practice their culture, speak their language, and carry out their traditions.
Congress passed the Chinese Exclusion Act in __________.
Data courtesy of the US Census Bureau Based on the map shown above, which groups of states had the highest percentage of foreign-born residents between 2006 and 2008?
Data courtesy of the SSDAN Based on the information in the above chart, how did the American population change between 1980 and 2000?
One day in class, you meet a student who has different beliefs and a different background. When you ask him about whether he saw a football game on TV the night before, he explains that he and his family believe it is wrong to watch television. Which of the following responses would BEST demonstrate tolerance?
What countries sent immigrants to America during the age of European settlement from 1600 to 1820? What were two reasons that motivated them to settle in America? Write your answer in complete sentences.
Data courtesy of the SSDAN (2000) The above map shows the most common racial groups in each US county in 2000. How does the map show that America is a diverse country? Use at least four complete sentence in your answer.
What does it mean to appreciate culture? Using complete sentences, give an example of a way people can appreciate a culture that is different from their own.
Cultural appreciation has two parts. First, to appreciate someone else’s culture, you need to learn about its qualities. Second, you may find parts of that culture that appeal to you greatly. This might allow you to understand and acknowledge the value of a different culture. You might seek out music from other cultures in order to find new music you enjoy. You might also try new foods, read new books, learn a new language, or participate in a celebration from a different culture. Each of these activities would help you practice appreciation.
How did the 1965 Hart-Celler Act change immigration to the United States? Using complete sentences, explain how this act ended old guidelines and created new standards for immigration.
Image by Education2020 The above map shows where certain immigrant groups settled in the American colonies. Based on the map, which regions would most likely be areas where slavery was taking place?
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