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Executive editor, George Clack; managing editor, Rosalie Targonski; designer, Barbara Morgan; photo editor, Maggie Johnson Sliker; Internet editor, Suzanne Dawkins.

Ch. 1. One from many: immigration patterns and ethnic composition -- ch. 2. From sea to shining sea: geography and regional characteristics -- ch. 3. Toward the city on a hill: a brief history of the United States -- ch. 4. A responsive government: separation of powers and the democratic process -- ch. 5. The business of America: agriculture, mass production, the labor movement, and the economic system -- ch. 6. A diverse educational system: structure, standards, and challenges -- ch. 7. A republic of science: inquiry and innovation in science and medicine -- ch. 8. Separating church and state: freedom of religion -- ch. 9. The social safety net: public assistance and health care -- ch. 10. Distinctively American arts: music, dance, architecture, visual arts, and literature -- ch. 11. Exporting popular culture: baseball, basketball, movies, jazz, rock and roll, and country music -- ch. 12. The media and their messages: freedom of the press, newspapers, radio, and television -- National Celebrations: holidays in the United States.

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