American history

“American history” is a valuable subject for ESL learners, like yourself, to explore. By understanding the key events, figures, and movements that shaped the United States, you gain a deeper context for American culture, traditions, and even current events. Today’s vocabulary will help you navigate social situations, participate in conversations, and better understand the nuances of American society. So, let’s jump right in!

In today’s lesson, you’re going to have:

• 5 advanced English vocabulary words about American history.

• 15 examples of phrases that you can use on a daily basis.

• Eye-catching images will help you learn and retain the vocabulary.

1. Colonialism

📚 DEFINITION

The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The British practiced colonialism in North America during the 17th and 18th centuries.

2. Colonialism often led to cultural clashes between indigenous populations and European settlers.

3. The effects of colonialism can still be seen in many aspects of modern society.

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2. Revolutionary

📚 DEFINITION

Relating to or constituting a revolution, especially the American Revolution of 1775–1783.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The Revolutionary War marked the beginning of the United States as an independent nation.

2. Revolutionary ideas about democracy spread throughout Europe in the late 18th century.

3. Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" was a revolutionary pamphlet that influenced many Americans.

3. Constitution

📚 DEFINITION

A body of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is acknowledged to be governed.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The United States Constitution is the supreme law of the land.

2. The Constitution outlines the powers and responsibilities of the three branches of government.

3. Amendments to the Constitution have expanded rights for citizens over time.

4. Manifest Destiny

📚 DEFINITION

The 19th-century belief that the United States was destined by God to expand across the North American continent.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Manifest Destiny was used to justify the territorial expansion of the United States into the West.

2. The idea of Manifest Destiny influenced policies such as the annexation of Texas and the Oregon Trail migrations.

3. Critics of Manifest Destiny argued it led to the displacement and mistreatment of Native American tribes.

5. Industrialization

📚 DEFINITION

The development of industries in a country or region on a wide scale.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The Industrial Revolution in America transformed the economy from agrarian to industrial.

2. Industrialization led to rapid urbanization as people moved to cities for factory jobs.

3. Innovations like the steam engine fueled the process of industrialization.

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