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Which region do many immigrants come from?
Which language is commonly taught in schools in the US but most Americans can't speak it well?
What language is taught in schools, but most Americans can't speak it well?
Which country do many immigrants come from in Latin America or Central America?
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Why do some people think that Americans would be paid more if immigrants were not taking low-paying jobs?
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Why do some people think that Americans would take low-paying jobs if there were no immigrants?
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Study Notes
- Immigration is a controversial topic in the US, similar to Italy.
- Many immigrants come from Latin America or Central America.
- They enter through the Mexican border or by boat.
- Spanish is taught in schools, but most Americans can't speak it well.
- Immigrants tend to learn English quickly, especially the second generation.
- Pay for lower-paying jobs is not discriminatory based on nationality.
- Immigrants often take low-paying jobs that Americans wouldn't apply for.
- Some people think that without immigrants, Americans would take these jobs and be paid more.
- The country was built on foreign labor, making immigration economically important.
- The conversation is between Yuri and Todd.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the controversial topic of immigration in the US and its similarities to Italy. Learn about where immigrants come from, how they enter the country, and their impact on the economy. Discover the attitudes towards language and job opportunities for immigrants and Americans. Join Yuri and Todd in this enlightening conversation and see how much you know about this hot-button issue.
