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Define barrier and give an example.
A physical feature that blocks or prevents access. (Ex. mountain)
Define corridor and give an example.
A physical feature that acts as a passageway to allow access. (Ex. river)
Define multiculturalism
Many cultures together in one area
How did cultural contributions result in a multicultural society in North America?
Each culture group brought their culture with them. Foods, language, religion, etc. remained and mixed over time.
Fur and cajun food are cultural contributions of the:
French
Our laws and political system and the language are cultural contributions of the:
English
Importing of goods and words like "shampoo" are cultural contributions of the:
Asians
Trade, natural resources, and the idea of a strong national government are cultural contributions of the:
Native Americans
Horses, wheat, and barley are cultural contributions of the:
Spanish
Soul food, jazz music, and agriculture are cultural contributions of the:
Africans
Jeans and automobiles are cultural contributions of the:
Germans
What is NAFTA and why was it created?
North American Free Trade Agreement; to increase trade and jobs on both sides of the border
Two positives of NAFTA:
Lowered the price of many goods, created easier trade without tariffs
Three Negatives of NAFTA:
Loss of U.S. manufacturing jobs, loss of Mexican farmers' jobs, and increased illegal immigration
What is USMCA and why was it created?
United States, Mexico, Canada agreement; created to replace NAFTA with an updated and rebalanced agreement
Transcend boundaries means to:
go above and beyond normal limits
