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Chapter 1, Section 1 The Diversity of Americans

Main Idea: In addition to its common values and civic unity, the U.S. benefits from its rich diversity.

I. A Nation of Immigrants A. First immigrants crossed the land bridge connecting Asia to North America. ***All citizens of the U.S. descend from immigrants.***

B. The first group European settlers hailed from Spain in the 1500’s B. The first group European settlers hailed from Spain in the 1500’s. Settled…. 1. Florida, California, Southwest…

C. 1600’s Immigration to U.S… 1. French settle in Canada 2. English settle along the east coast creating 13 colonies.

***Hispanics are the fastest growing minority group in America*** D. Today, Latin America accounts for most U.S. immigrants, followed closely by Asia. ***Current U.S. Population*** 1. Caucasian= 75% 2. Hispanic= 14% 3. African American= 11% 4. Asian= 4% ***Hispanics are the fastest growing minority group in America*** E. Western and central Africans were brought to U.S. through slave trade.

II. A Diverse Population A. Americans are ethnically diverse. B. Religious diversity thrives in America. C. American culture is rich with varied influences.

B. Today, we have a service economy (less manufacturing jobs). III. A Growing and Changing Population A. Mid 1800’s....Farmers moved to cities for factory jobs. ***Industrial Revolution*** B. Today, we have a service economy (less manufacturing jobs).

***Americans live longer and more earn college degrees than ever.*** C. Migration- Mass movement of people (African Americans moving north because of social strife…)

1. Patriotism- A love for one’s country IV. Unity Among Citizens A common language is a source of unity ***Question….what is the “official” language of the United States?!?! B. Americans show patriotism 1. Patriotism- A love for one’s country

C. 9/11/01- Acts of terrorism caused U.S. to unite. D. Terrorism- use of violence against civilians to achieve political goals.

Mini Quiz!!! Puff Daddy- Missing you 1. Today, most immigrants come to the United States from what two parts of the world? 2.The mass movement of people from one region to anther is called what? 3. The fastest growing minority group in the U.S is who? 4. “A love for one’s country”…? 5. What is terrorism? 6. Where did the first real North American Immigrants come from? How did they get here?