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UNITED STATES OF
AMERICA

Submitted By:

Cubilla, Elijah Eugeneblue Bryant O. ( Editor / Presenter )

Dalingay, Mourris E. ( Presenter )

Damian, Ayumi M. ( Presenter )

Delos Santos, Janna Krisel F. ( Researcher )

Distor, John Louie O. ( Researcher )

Higgins, Trisha Mae C. ( Researcher )

Lopez, Romarc Yno V. ( Presenter )

Quibral, Hanniejoy V. ( Editor / Researcher )

Submitted To:

Ms. Mariene Portal

Purposive Communication

March 17, 2024

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page ………..………………………………………………………………….. 1

Table of Contents ……..……………………………………………….……………. 2

Introduction ………….…………………………………………...…………………. 3

Language ……………………………………………………………………………. 3

Origin ……………………………………………………………………….. 3

Sign Language ……………………………………………………………… 4

Quantity …………………………………………………………………….. 4

Custom / Traditions ……………………………………………………………...…. 5

Thanksgiving ……………………………………………………………… . 5

Independence Day ………………………………………………………….. 5

Super Bowl Sunday ………………………………………………………… 6

County Fairs ………………………………………………………………... 6

Memorial Day ………………………………………………………………. 6

Presidents’ Day ………………………………………………………….….. 6

Martin Luther King Jr. Day …………………………………………….…… 7

Communication Norms ……………………………………………………………… 7

Verbal ……………………………………………………………………….. 7

Non - Verbal ………………………………………………………………... 7

Trivia ……………………………………………………………………………...… 8

Food ………………………………………………………………………… 8.

Music ……………………………………………………………………….. 8

Art …………………………………………………………………………… 8

Culture ………………………………………………………………………. 9

References …………………………………………………………………………… 9

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INTRODUCTION:

North America's United States is a federal republic made up of fifty states.

Washington, which is also the capital of the District of Columbia, serves as the

country's capital. It is made up of 326 Native American reservations, five large

unincorporated territories, nine Minor Outlying Islands, fifty states, and one federal

district. In terms of overall area and land area, it is the third-largest country in the

globe. As of January 20, 2021, at 12:00 EST, Joe Biden is the 46th and current

president of the United States. The official currency of the United States is the dollar.

Discover the coins and notes that make up US cash.

LANGUAGE:

 ORIGIN

The history of American English began with the first large-scale migration of

British settlers. They discovered that the environment they had known before had

drastically changed upon arriving at the American continent, home to flora and fauna

nonexistent in Europe. To adequately convey what they witnessed, they had to come

up with new vocabulary.

They frequently borrowed from American Indian languages, producing

anglicized terms such as hickory, squash, and raccoon. Place names like Manhattan,

Connecticut, and Massachusetts also reflect this. They also borrowed phrases from

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previous Spanish colonists, who had frequently themselves modified the original

Indian language by the Spanish. The hybrids of English and Spanish are called

avocado, canyon, and bronco. Finally, they borrowed from the French, as evidenced

by the names of cities such as Detroit, New Orleans, and Illinois, as well as words like

prairie and chowder.

English-speaking Americans created their own distinctive vocabulary and

pronunciations over time; many of these were extensively adopted not only in other

languages but also in England. Perhaps the clearest example is the omnipresent word

"ok," which has been incorporated into the languages of every continent with human

inhabitants. Linguists speculate that it may have originated from the sardonic

wordplay of American jokers in the early 19th century, however its history and

origins are unknown. Around this time, a trend of intentionally misspelling words and

phrases promoted by some intelligent young people in American cities resulted in the

acronym "ok," which originated from "oll korrect," which means "all correct."

American Sign Language (ASL) is the most common sign language in the
United States.

 QUANTITY

Regardless of their place of origin, 241 million or almost 78% of the 308.8

million Americans aged five and older in 2019 stated that they spoke only English at

home. After English and Spanish, Tagalog is the second most spoken language in

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American homes, with 1.7 million speakers. Cantonese and Mandarin, Vietnamese,

Arabic, and French are among the other languages that are spoken widely.

CUSTOM / TRADITIONS

 Thanksgiving

Date: Held on fourth Thursday in November each year.

Origin: Commencing in 1621, the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag

Native Americans commemorated their first bountiful harvest.

Traditions: Pumpkin pie, cranberry sauce, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy,

and turkey make up the traditional supper that families enjoy together.

It's a time to celebrate the blessings of the year and make treasured

memories.

Experience: Thanksgiving provides an opportunity to savor the coziness of

American hospitality while pausing to think and refuel.

 Independence Day

Date: Held on July 4th of each year.

Significance: Honors the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776,

establishing the US as a sovereign state.

Celebrations: Commemorated with parades, grilling, and fireworks. Wearing

red, white, and blue with pride is how Americans show their love for

their nation.

Opportunity: Immersing oneself in American culture and celebrating the

variety of the country is a great way to mark the Fourth of July.

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 Super Bowl Sunday

Description: The National Football League's (NFL) annual championship

game.

Importance: Among the most watched TV shows in the country.

Experience: People mingle, watch the game, and eat snacks. Big names in

entertainment and music perform during the halftime show.

 County Fairs

Tradition: Fond memories honoring distinct ancestry, customs, and culture.

Features: Livestock displays, carnival rides, agricultural exhibits, and a

variety of competitions (quilting to pie-baking).

Goal: Providing entertainment for all ages, promoting local companies, and

showcasing local talent.

Interesting Fact: Traditional fair fare like funnel cakes, cotton candy, and

corn dogs are also available at county fairs.

 Memorial Day

Date: Last Monday on May.

Description: Express honors those who have died in military service.

 Presidents’ Day

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Date: Third Monday in February.

Description: Marking the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham

Lincoln, is a federal holiday.

 Martin Luther King. Jr. Day (MLK Day)

Date: Third Monday of January.

Description: Honors the life of American civil right activist Martin Luther

King, Jr. , he protested against racial discrimination and made

contributions to end segregation. The day is usually celebrated with

marches and parades.

COMMUNICATION NORMS

1. Verbal

 In general, Americans communicate with great enthusiasm, assertiveness, and

confidence. They also feel more at ease discussing their accomplishments and

successes than many other English-speaking Western societies, such as Australia,

New Zealand, and Britain.

 Americans prefer direct communication since it helps to prevent

misunderstandings.

 Even when conversing with people they do not know well, Americans frequently

use slang, informal words, and first names in casual interactions.

 Americans don't hesitate to say no or yes. When Americans say "no," they mean

it clearly. Yes means yes and no means no, but with Americans, you can be sure

that there will always be an explanation when something is said or done.

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2. Non - Verbal

 Eye contact, body language, and facial expressions are examples of nonverbal

clues that are important in American communication. When conversing,

Americans frequently look the other person in the eye. This exhibits friendliness,

transparency, honesty, and warmth. But most individuals avoid making eye

contact with strangers, especially while using public transportation.

TRIVIA

1. Food

 Southern-style cooking, often referred to as "American comfort food," includes

dishes like fried chicken, collard greens, black-eyed peas, and cornbread,

embodying a sense of home and tradition.

 Americans eat a lot of foods, such as hamburgers, hot dogs, etc. as a result 60%

of the Americans considered as obese. Americans do business over breakfast,

lunch and dinner.

2. Music

 Queen released the first pop video with "Bohemian Rhapsody" in 1975, marking

a significant moment in music history.

 The history of popular music in America involves the perversion of a "pure" form

of folk music, which was heavily influenced by African American spiritual and

protest music.

3. Art

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 The United States makes up one-third of the global media and entertainment

market, with a $717 billion market capitalization, according to Select USA.

4. Culture

 The United States is sometimes described as a "melting pot", according to Golden

Beacon USA, in which different cultures have contributed their own distinct

"flavors" to American culture.

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Gotting, M. C. (2023, December 18). U.S. Music - statistic & facts. Statista.

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McKelvie, C., & Zimmermann, K. A. (2022, November 4). American culture:

Traditions and customs of the United States. livescience.com.

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america-english-spanish-mandarin/

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