Cultural Facts: the United States and Canada

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CULTURAL FACTS: THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA

The United States (pages 144-147) 1. During the late 1700s and early 1800s, where did most of the immigrants coming to America come from? ______

2. By the 2000s where did most of the immigrants coming to America come from? ______

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3. What is the fastest growing ethnic group in the United States?______

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4. While English is the primary language of the United States, what is the second most widely spoken language? ______

5. What religion do most Americans practice? ______

6. List the other popular religions practiced in the United States in order of their population?

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7. What are two popular themes in American Literature? ______

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8. Name 2-3 styles of music developed in the United States. ______

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Canada (pages 149-150) 9. What percentage of Canada is of French ancestry?______

10. What are the two official languages of Canada? ______

11. Why is Canada’s future as a united country uncertain?______

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12. Define indigenous.______

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13. Which indigenous group governs themselves but still remains part of Canada? ______

14. What sport originated in Canada? ______