Traditional American values and beliefs

According to the provided text, which of the following groups was NOT mentioned as an early settler or resident in America?

• a. Spanish
  

• b. Swedes
  

• c. Dutch
  

• d. French

The text states that the diversity of early American society was always accepted and did not lead to any conflicts.

• a. True

• b. False

What is considered the "price" that people must accept to gain "equality of opportunity"?

• a. Competition

• b. Hard work

• c. Self-reliance

• d. The right to pursue happiness

What is the most basic American value?

• A. Money

• B. Freedom

• C. Sports

• D. Music

Why did the first settlers come to America?

• a. To find gold

• b. To escape control from kings and churches

• c. To learn English

• d. To join the army

If adult children return home, families expect it to be…

What do Americans need to keep their freedom?

• a. Self-reliance

• b. Free time

• c. Family support

• d. Government help

According to the traditional perspective, what does “equality of opportunity” in the United States mean?

• a. Everyone receives an equal share of property

• b. Everyone has an equal chance to start and succeed

• c. Everyone is paid the same salary

• d. Everyone gets free government scholarships

What is the main purpose of the Affirmative Action policy?

• a. To create additional opportunities for historically disadvantaged groups

• b. To reduce taxes for large businesses

• c. To support wealthy people in investing in education

• d. To encourage unlimited free-market competition

Why is competition considered “the price” of equality of opportunity in American society?

• a. Competition allows the government to control the population.

• b. Competition provides motivation but also causes stress and exclusion

• c. Competition guarantees that everyone will become wealthy

• d. Competition lowers the cost of education