The United States of America 52 // 3.11 Geography 52 // 3.12 The Americans 53 // 3.12.1 History 53 // 3.12.2 American Presidents 55 // 3.12.3 American Heroes 57 // 3.12.4 Characteristics of the Americans 57 // 3.12.5 American English 58 // 3.13 The Political System 58 // 3.13.1 The System of Government 59 // 3.13.2 The American Flag and Anthem 60 // 3.14 Life in the USA 61 // 3.14.1 Home Life 61 // 3.14.2 Holiday Centers 61 // 3.14.3 Washington, D.C. 62 // 3.14.4 New York City 65 // 3.14.4.1 Transport in New York City 69 // 3.14.5 Transportation in America 69 // 3.14.6 Holidays and Festivals 70 // 3.15 Economy 70 // 3.16 Education 72 // Brief Summary Exercises Answer Key Sources