What makes an American an American? Is it the accent, the clothing, the fact that you
can speak the English language, or is it the fact that you were born on American soil? I believe
it's certain characteristics that set us apart from other countries. The fact we are self-reliant, and
competitive, and the compassion we bring to others are some, of many, American characteristics that help set us apart. These are the three characteristics that I have chosen to write about.
Our self-reliance begins in the1600's when English settlers came over to America on the Mayflower because they wanted religious freedom. These people were called Pilgrims. The Pilgrims didn't just come to America for religious reasons. Some of the reasons stem from their desire to preserve their own language and customs of life while others involved their livelihood. It was difficult finding similar employment that they were accustomed to in England. Therefore, their work was hard and took its toll......

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Title: What Makes You American?
Approximate Word Count: 1916
Approximate Pages: 8 (250 words per double-spaced page)

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