Learning Objectives
Apply listening behaviors to improve comprehension of spoken English
Summarize content of spoken English conversations and speeches
American culture is shaped by its history. US History is characterized by positive attributes, such as democracy and civil rights, as well as inhumane aspects, such as slavery and discrimination. Exposure to US History and historical figures is important to understanding American culture, norms, mores, laws and attitudes.
key vocabulary
Democracy Civil Rights Discrimination Economic Emancipation
Government Icon Independence Nation Revolution
video and audio content
Watch brief videos highlighting historical events and figures in US History.