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U.S. Route 66: A Journey for Travelers Seeking “Americana”

U.S. Route 66: A Journey for Travelers Seeking “Americana”

Route 66 takes motorists into America’s nostalgic past — heartwarming, kitschy and sometimes funny.

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Do Americans Appreciate Other Cultures?—You Asked Series

Do Americans Appreciate Other Cultures?—You Asked Series

In New York, you can travel the world and sample international cultures without ever leaving the city.

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Does Everyone in America Own a Car?—You Asked Series

Does Everyone in America Own a Car?—You Asked Series

The overwhelming majority indeed own one or more vehicles.

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Do Hollywood Films Truly Reflect Life in America?…Yes—You Asked Series

Do Hollywood Films Truly Reflect Life in America?…Yes—You Asked Series

They reflect the spirit of life in America rather than the everyday facts of American life.

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Do Hollywood Films Truly Reflect Life in America?…No—You Asked Series

Do Hollywood Films Truly Reflect Life in America?…No—You Asked Series

They reflect the spirit of life in America rather than the everyday facts of American life.

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What is American Culture?—You Asked Series

What is American Culture?—You Asked Series

American culture no longer belongs to America, and in truth it never did.

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Why Do Americans Adopt Children from Abroad?—You Asked Series

Why Do Americans Adopt Children from Abroad?—You Asked Series

The reasons are likely as diverse as the American families who adopt.

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Why Do Many Americans Speak Only English?—You Asked Series

Why Do Many Americans Speak Only English?—You Asked Series

Most Americans don’t have strong incentives to learn a foreign language.

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How Do Americans Use Public Libraries?—You Asked Series

How Do Americans Use Public Libraries?—You Asked Series

Libraries play an important role in giving everyone a chance to succeed.

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What Do American Teenagers Do in the Summer?—You Asked Series

What Do American Teenagers Do in the Summer?—You Asked Series

The list includes part-time jobs, internships, camps, community service and pursuing personal interests.

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Why Is Soccer Becoming Popular in the U.S.?—You Asked Series

Why Is Soccer Becoming Popular in the U.S.?—You Asked Series

Almost every child in the United States now plays in a youth soccer league.

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Modern Cowboy Maintains Many Traditions

Modern Cowboy Maintains Many Traditions

Today’s cowboy in America still values his horse but also may use an all-terrain vehicle or pickup truck.

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