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sunbathe in December. In northern Alaska, winter temperatures may drop
to-24° C.
With more than 275 million people, the U.S. is the third-largest nation in
population after China and India. About 90% of the people now living in
the U.S. were born there. Still, the U.S. has one of the world's most varied
populations. It is about 82% white, 13% black, 12% Hispanic, 4% Asian,
and 1% Native American. Some newcomers to the U.S. may be surprised
by the varieties of skin color they see, but Americans take it for granted.
Racism and prejudice are still serious problems in the U.S.; however,
most Americans believe in the ideals of equality and mutual respect.
Regional variations also add diversity to the American character. Travel
around the country and you’ll notice differences in language, cooking
styles, recreation, and even character.
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Объясните, в чем разница.
1. There is great diversity in the ethnic makeup of the country.
2. Travel around the country and you’ll notice differences in
language, cooking styles, recreation, and even character.
3. People are comfortable with change and with those who make
things happen.
4. Within this vast country there are tall mountains and flat fields,
deserts and tropical regions, Prairies and forests.
5. The climate covers all extremes.
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черты американского национального
характера.
B. Typical American Behavior and Values
Watching Americans in action, foreigners sometimes see behavior that
seems rude or just plain silly. Among them are the following traits.
Hurry, Hurry, Hurry. Almost every American wears a watch, and,
in nearly every room in an American home, there’s a clock. “Be on time.”
“Don’t waste time.” “Time is money.” “Time waits for no one.” All these
familiar sayings reflect the American obsession with promptness and
efficiency. Students displease their teachers and employees displease their
bosses when they arrive late. This desire to get the most out of every

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