Chapter 1: A Nation of Many Peoples

Lesson 1: A Tale of One City

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Key Terms	Culture- the attitudes, beliefs, and customs of a group of people that are passed from one generation to another Pluralism – the existence within a society of a number of different ethnic, racial, religious, and social groups
Introduction	-Many different cultures all living together -Some examples: Cajun music, French and Caribbean music, brass bands, people dressed up like American Indians , many different foods
Where is New Orleans?	-New Orleans at mouth of Mississippi River -People from all different backgrounds – American Indians and European Explorers – came down the M. River from the north -From south, many different countries entered the M. River through the Gulf of Mexico -At different times, France and Spain governed New Orleans, more came during the Civil War
Who Lives in New Orleans	-Population has changed since Hurricane Katrina -Creoles have French or Spanish backgrounds and show great diversity of New Orleans -People work together in a pluralistic society and appreciate each other’s differences
How is America Like New Orleans?	-There are many other diverse parts of our country

Critical Thinking Questions:

1. By the early 1900s, many Americans wanted to limit immigration. Why do you think some people felt this way?
2. Do you consider San Diego to be a pluralistic community? What about our school?
3. Is a pluralistic society like a big pot of stew? Why or why not?