USA

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USA
The United States of America is a country located in the western
hemisphere, mostly on the continent of North America. The USA
consists of 48 states in the "continental part" and 2 states that do not
have a common border with the rest: Alaska - located in the
northwest of the continent of North America

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geography and size
The USA is known for its diverse geography, including breathtaking
landscapes such as the Rocky Mountains, the Grand Canyon, and
the stunning beaches of Hawaii. Covering 9.8 million square
kilometers, it is the fourth largest country in the world.

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water resources
The USA is rich in water resources, which are very unevenly
distributed across the territory. On the border with Canada is the
largest lake system in the world — the Great Lakes, which have
important transport and water resources. The transport role of the
country's largest Mississippi River and its tributaries is significant.

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Climate
The USA has many different climates due to its large size and diverse
geography. It spans from tropical climates in Florida to arctic climates in
Alaska. The climates vary based on factors such as latitude, elevation,
proximity to bodies of water, and prevailing winds.

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People
The population in the USA is approximately 331 million people.
The population varies from one state to another based on factors
such as size, urbanization, and migration patterns.
Ethnic minorities such as Native Americans, African Americans,
Hispanic Americans, and Asian Americans have managed to retain
their national peculiar features through cultural preservation,
community organizations, and maintaining their traditions and
languages

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Politics
The federal government of the US is divided into three main
branches: the executive branch, the legislative branch, and the
judicial branch.
The President is elected for a term of four years. Any natural-born
citizen of the USA who is at least 35 years old can be elected
President.
Cabinet members are appointed by the President.

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The USA flag is called the "Stars and Stripes" because it features
white stars on a blue field representing the states, and red and white
stripes representing the original thirteen colonies. Other names for
the American flag include "Old Glory" and "The Star-Spangled
Banner."
Flag Day in the USA is celebrated on June 14th because it
commemorates the adoption of the flag by the Second Continental
Congress on that day in 1777.
The original American states were represented on the flag by thirteen stripes, symbolizing the original
thirteen colonies. Each stripe represented one of the colonies.
The red, white, and blue colors on the US flag proclaim patriotism, valor, and purity.

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emblem
The coat of arms depicts a bald eagle, which is the national symbol
of the United States. In one paw he holds 13 arrows, in the other an
olive branch, symbolizing that the United States "wants peace, but is
always ready for war."

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Washington
Washington is considered not a typical American city because it was
purposefully designed as the capital and does not have the same
urban layout as other cities in the country. It has a unique blend of
government buildings, monuments, and parks.
The city's street plan can seem confusing to visitors because it was
designed in a grid system with diagonal avenues and circles, which
can be different from the traditional grid layouts found in other
cities.

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The White House
Although the president never lived to see the completion of the
White House, he had a significant impact on its development and
location. You may be surprised to learn that George Washington
never lived in the White House, despite being the first president of
the United States