One People, Many Cultures Chapter 3: Lesson 3 One People, Many Cultures

Immigrant A person who comes to live in a country from another country.

The United States is a Mosaic of people. The term “mosaic” suggests that the population of the U.S. does not blend into a single culture. The culture of each group contributes to the overall culture. Immigrants came from all over the world: Britain, Spain, Africa, and Asia. The Native Americas were already here before these countries arrived.

discrimination Unfair treatment because of race or other reasons.

literacy The ability to read and write.

pluralistic Describes a society where people share common culture traits while also maintaining many of the traditional ways of their ancestors.

western The culture and customs of people descended from Europeans.