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OSWALD

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Identify four enduring North American cultural regions, and describe their key characteristics.
 
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In what former Soviet republic did war break out immediately after 1991 between Islamist groups, smaller ethnic groups, and the government?
 
  A) Uzbekistan
  B) Tajikistan
  C) Armenia
  D) Azerbaijan
  E) Kyrgyzstan



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Answer to Question 1

There are many cultural homelands in North America. One is French-Canadian Quebec, a region defined by French-language speakers, as opposed to Canada's largely English-speaking
population. Another well-defined area is the Hispanic Borderlandsa more diffused geographic region that exhibits a rich legacy of Spanish place names, Catholic churches, and traditional Hispanic settlements. A third cultural region is that of African-American settlement the American South; this is a region that remains home to many black folk traditions, including music and food. A fourth region is Acadiana, a zone of Cajun culture in southwestern Louisiana. This homeland is considerably more compact in size, and is distinctive for its music and food.

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