The USA: a country made of immigrants

Docs en anglais | 4 pages | 18-10-2007 | Format : | Note : Non noté |

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Résumé

Americans frequently describe themselves as a "country made of immigrants". All of the country's population (except Native Americans) is descended from ancestors who arrived during one of the waves of immigration beginning in the 17th Century. Most Americans trace their ancestry to immigrants who arrived over the past 150 years. This contributes to sense of American identity as something that is constructed (rather than native) and as something that is constantly changing (...)

Outline:

I) Myths and History of Immigration to the U.S.

A. The 'American Dream' and other enduring myths
B. A Brief Overview of the History of Immigration to the U.S.
C. Documenting the Condition of the Immigrant

II) Current Trends in Immigration to the United States

A. A Summary of Recent Events
B. Recent Debate about Immigration

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