Culture of the united states
The culture of the united states of America is a combination of African ,Native American ,Asian ,Pacific Island ,Latin american and the red Indian peoples.Basically we say that American culture is a western culture .
Origins and development and spread of American culture
Colonial America during British rule settlers with the English that is originate with the European roots.
the population of the colonies in 1700 was 250000 which is 47.9% of percent of the total population of 3.9 million.They constituted 60% of the whites of the first census in 1790.The english ethnic group cntributed the major cultural and social mindset and attitudes that evolved in the american character.Jeffersonian democracy is a core part of the country's identity.undisturbed or relocated populations Native culture remains strong in areas ,in whith them traditional
govermemt and communal organizatiion of property now legally managed by Indian reservations.
American culture includes both conservative and liberal elements, scientific and religious competitiveness, political structures, risk taking and free expression, materialist and moral elements. Despite certain consistent ideological principles American culture has a variety of expressions due to its geographical scale and demographic diversity. The flexibility of U.S. culture and its highly symbolic nature lead some researchers to categorize American culture as a mythic identity.
Regional variations of the united state Culture
Regions of the united states culture is fullfeel of New England, the Mid-Atlantic, the South, the Midwest, the Southwest, and the West—an area that can be further subdivided into the Pacific States and the Mountain States.The califomia oregon and washington state the west coast of the continental of united states also it known as Left coast that is defined its left leaning politcal orientation and tendency of social liberalism.
Most comanly used language in Amerian culture
it official language is English. According to the 2000 U.S. Census, more than 97% of Americans can speak English well, and for 81% it is the only language spoken at home
and others language are Enligh,spanish ,Indo European,Asian or pacific islander etc.
Art Culture of the united states
In ninettenth centuries American artists primarily painted landscapes and portraits in a realistic style using europe techique.
Music Culture of the united states
In American music are many types like rock and roll, jazz, rock, techno, soul, country, hip-hop, blues.
Some representative American foods
Traditional Thanksgiving dinner with turkey, dressing, sweet potatoes, and cranberry sauce.
A cream-based New England chowder, traditionally made with clams and potatoes.
A Caesar salad containing croutons, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, Worcestershire, and pepper.
Creole Jambalaya with shrimp, ham, tomato, and Andouille sausage.
Chicken Fried Steak (alternatively known as Country Fried Steak)
California club pizza with avocados and tomatoes.
A submarine sandwich, which includes a variety of Italian luncheon meats.
American style breakfast with pancakes, maple syrup, sausage links, bacon strips, and fried eggs.
A hot dog sausage topped with beef chili, white onions and mustard.
A barbecue pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw as the side dish.
An apple cobbler dessert.
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