American Dream
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- Q1American Dream - aspectssuccess, chosen people, manifest destiny, frontier spirit, freedom, equality, pursuit of happiness30s
- Q2Origin of the idea of being the chosen peopleBiblical reference because like the ancient Jews, who had to flee from a dictator in Egypt through the Red Sea, the American settlers also had to cross an ocean and often fled from absolutist kingdoms. Their new home was seen like a New Canaan.30s
- Q3Reasons for the strong need for freedomOften settlers fled from religious or political persecution in Europe. Also, the economic situation was highly restrictive in Europe.30s
- Q4Modern day frontiers?Space, internet, science e.g. genetic engineering, ...20s
- Q5How do the most famous lines of the Declaration of Independence begin?We hold these truths to be self evident...20s
- Q6When was the Declaration of Independence signed?July 4, 177620s
- Q7Why do US Americans need/have a Dream at all?Because they have no other form of common ground amongst each other.20s
- Q8Which city did Lincoln give his most famous speech in?Gettysburg20s
- Q9Name an example where "freedom" plays a role in today's US.Various20s
- Q10Is Trump an example of the American Dream?Various20s