Continuation of Part A: The American Dream

This page continues the exploration of the American Dream, focusing on its historical development and current state. It examines the factors that contributed to America's rise as a global power and the challenges it faces in maintaining its status as the "Promised Land".

The text discusses how the United States became a beacon of hope for immigrants, offering opportunities for social mobility and economic success. It highlights the country's vast natural resources and industrial growth as key factors in its development.

Example: The concept of the "self-made millionaire" is used to illustrate the ideal of upward mobility in American society.

The page also addresses current issues that may be threatening the American Dream, such as income inequality and economic instability. It raises questions about whether the traditional promise of opportunity for all still holds true in modern America.

Vocabulary: "Soziale Ungleichheit im Bildungssystem" (social inequality in the education system) is a concept that relates to the challenges facing equal opportunity in America today.

The text explores the idea of America's "exceptionalism" - the belief that the United States is unique among nations due to its history, values, and political system. It considers whether this notion is still valid in the face of global changes and domestic challenges.

Highlight: The phrase "equality of opportunity" is emphasized as a core principle of the American Dream, though its current reality is questioned.

This section provides a nuanced look at the evolution of the American Dream, balancing its historical promise with contemporary realities. It sets the stage for further discussion on whether the United States can still be considered the "Promised Land" in today's world.

Page 4: Economic and Political Challenges

This section addresses modern challenges, particularly in housing and employment, relating to soziale Herkunft und Bildungserfolg Bachelorarbeit themes.

Definition: The housing crisis represents a significant challenge to the American Dream of homeownership.

Example: Job outsourcing and economic changes affect social mobility opportunities.

Vocabulary: "Foreclose" refers to the process of repossessing property due to payment defaults.

Lead-in and Words in Context

This page introduces key vocabulary and concepts related to the United States as the "Promised Land". It covers important terms and phrases used to describe America's values, history, and status as a world power.

Vocabulary: The page defines terms like "shared values", "individual freedom", "self-governing", and "upward mobility" that are central to understanding American ideals.

Example: The text provides contextual examples for using words like "match", "access", and "arise" in sentences to illustrate their meanings.

Highlight: The concept of America as a place offering "freedom from religious and political persecution" is emphasized as a key historical factor in its development.

The page explores how the United States became a world power, touching on themes of economic opportunity, natural resources, and social mobility. It introduces the idea of the "American Dream" through terms like "self-made millionaire" and "equality of opportunity".

Definition: "Upward mobility" is defined as the ability to move up in social and economic status, a core component of the American Dream.

The vocabulary and concepts introduced here lay the groundwork for a deeper discussion of America's past and present status as a land of opportunity for immigrants and citizens alike.