American History
The native Americans were American Indians, the indigenous people
What is a synonym for "from poor to becoming wealthy" ?
rags to riches
This text we read is the text with short syllable words and short sentences. Who held this speech?
We'd go down to the river
The River - bruce springsteen
Ethos, Pathos, Logos
Name a push and a pull factor why immigrants came to the USA ( for example them from Ireland)
Push: poverty, suppresion, war, famine, persecutio, religious chaos, unemployment etc.
Pull:work, freedom, freedom of religion, better social situation, prospects etc.
What is the definition of American Dream? (1931)
The American Dream is the belief that anyone, regardless of where they were born or what class they were born into, can attain their own version of success in a society where upward mobility is possible for everyone. The American Dream is achieved through sacrifice, risk-taking, and hard work.
Who bragged about his/her carreer?
Arnold Swarzenegger
When did we beat Japan at anything?
Trump's announcement speech
What is the name of this rhetorical device:
Time is a thief.
Metaphor
What was the motivation for a frontier man?
autonomy/ prosperity/ self- suffiency/freedom from restrictions
Name 4 rights/freedoms which are specified in the Declaration of Indepence
What is the name of the American Football player in the film "The Blind Side"?
Michael Oher
You’re changing that boy’s life” ... “No, he’s changing mine”...
The Blind Side
What is the name of this rhetorical device: "Sally sells seashells by the seashore.
Alliteration
Who said "Ask not what your country can do for you - ask what you can do for your country."
President John F. Kennedy
Which president said after 9/11, " America was targeted for attack beacuse we're the brightest beacon for freedom and opportunity in the world. And no one will keep that light from shining."
Geroge W. Bush
Mary
We all made this journey for a reason.
Obama's announcement speech
What is the name of this rhetorical device:
We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender." - Winston Churchill
Anaphora
This U.S. president, known for his commitment to preserving the Union and abolishing slavery, embodied the American Dream because of his humble origins and dedication to equality and opportunity for all citizens. Who is he?
Abraham Lincoln
Which historic location did Barack Obama choose to deliver his presidential announcement speech, symbolizing hope, unity, and the promise of progress in his pursuit of the American Dream?
Springfield, Illinois -In the Shadow of the Old Capitol
That's why this campagin can't only be about me. It must be about what we can do together.
Obama
What is the name of this rhetorical device:
Money is the root of all evil: poverty is the fruit of all goodness.
Antithesis