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The American Dream
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In pairs: Study the pictures and discuss what they say about the American Dream. Compare your answer in groups.
THE AMERICAN DREAM
Definition: The belief that you can be whatever you want to be. Core idea: All people are born equal with the right to pursue their dreams. The flipside: All people are responsible for their own fate. Whether you are a self-made millionaire or homeless and unemployed, your life is your responsibility.
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The United States of America
ACTION 63($.,1* 19 Why do you think the American Dream is so important in the USA? 20 In pairs, create an oral presentation about the American Dream. Find two rich and/or famous Americans who illustrate the American Dream to you and use them as examples. The presentation should include: description of the American Dream in your own words, presentation of your two chosen Americans and their connection to the American Dream, discussion on whether all Americans believe in and can achieve the dream
