1、In the United States today, the value of mastering nature results in bold approaches to overcome all obstacles and the belief that an individual should have control over their personal environment and the ability to achieve any goal.
A、对
B、错
2、This passion for change and progress is evident in the way that Americans have traditionally approached the environment–as something to be conquered, tamed, or harnessed for social or personal benefit.
A、对
B、错
3、The Puritans have left rich cultural heritage to future Americans. The American values such as individualism, hard work, and respect of education owe every much to the Puritan beliefs.
A、对
B、错
4、Americans have a strong belief in materialism, that is, that which is partly a result of the people’s great material abundance.
A、对
B、错
5、In the United States what lies ahead usually takes precedence over the past.
A、对
B、错
6、Americans believe time is a limited resource, they try to conserve and manage it.
A、对
B、错
7、That 18th century “American Dream” motivated the Gold Rush and gave California its nickname of the “Golden State”.
A、对
B、错
8、Values and attitudes to life just can be seen in Americans’ characters, they are______ .
A、 pioneering spirit
B、the desire to start a new life
C、the need to explore a new frontier
D、the courage to try something new
9、Hallmarks of cultures that hold Future orientation include _______.
A、change
B、taking chances
C、a stress on youth
D、optimism
10、What are the modern people’s American Dreams?
A、To do what they want.
B、To own a home or rise out of poverty.
C、To serve God, country, or community.
D、To want to learn to read or run their own business.
