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About half of the Indians in the United States live in large cities and rural areas throughout the country. The remainder live in about 300 federal reservations (land set for their use). Today, there are about 1,4 million Native Americans, which is believed to be more than there were when the first European explorers arrived in the New World. a) Mark the statements which are True. 1. The story of the native Americans is one of saddest in the history of mankind. D 2. The Indians have never been the original inhabitants of the American continent. □ 3. The native Americans have managed to retain their identity and culture. □ 4. It's almost impossible to find any marks of the Indians' heritage in the USA nowadays. □ 5. Today all Indians live in federal reservations. □ b) Write down your answers to the following questions. 1. The story of American Indians is unique, tragic and inspiring, isn't it? 2. Why is the story of American Indians tragic? 3. Can you explain why their story is inspiring? 4. Where can the marks of Indian heritage be found? 5. Where do American Indians live nowadays? 6. How many Native Americans are there in the USA today? c) Ask five questions on the text. 52. Make up your sentences using the following words and word combinations on the topic Minsk. 1. be situated 6. commemorate the victory 2. destroy 7. Francisk Scaryna Avenue 147
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