- The main national holiday in the United States is Independence Day, celebrated on the 4th of July, marking the nation's independence from Great Britain with picnics and fireworks.
- The United States is the fourth largest country in the world, composed of 50 states and one federal district, the District of Columbia, each with its own traditions, customs, and landscapes.
- The animal symbol of the United States is the bald eagle, which has represented the country since 1782.
- The people of America are very diverse, including Native Americans, people of European origin, Latin American origin, African Americans, and Cajuns (French-Canadians).
- The USA is nicknamed a "melting pot" because for many years, people from around the world have come to find a better place to live.
- The letters D.C. after the capital’s name stand for District of Columbia, used to distinguish the federal district from the state of Washington.
- The American flag is called “Stars and Stripes,” featuring 50 stars for the 50 states and 13 stripes for the original 13 colonies.
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