adapted from "What is an American?" in Letters from an American Farmer
by J. Hector St. John Crevecoeur

I wish I could be acquainted with the feelings and thoughts which must agitate the heart and present
themselves to the mind of an enlightened Englishman, when he first lands on this continent. He must
greatly rejoice that he lived at a time to see this fair country discovered and settled; he must necessarily
feel a share of national pride, when he views the chain of settlements which embellishes these extended
shores When he says to himself, this is the work of my countrymen, who, when convulsed by factions,
afflicted by a variety of miseries and wants, restless and impatient, took refuge here. They brought along
with them their national genius, to which they principally owe what liberty they enjoy, and what substance
they possess.
Here he sees the industry of his native country displayed in a new manner, and traces in their works
the embryos of all the arts, sciences, and ingenuity which flourish in Europe. Here he beholds fair cities.
substantial villages, extensive fields, an immense country filled with decent houses, good roads.
orchards, meadows, and bridges, where an hundred years ago all was wild, woody and uncultivated!
What a train of pleasing ideas this fair spectacle must suggest, it is a prospect which must inspire a good
citizen with the most heartfelt pleasure.


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Select all the correct answers.

In what two ways does the author support his argument, in paragraphs 1 and 2 of "What is an American?"

They emphasize the differences between England and America.

They remind the reader of the causes of the American Revolution.

They establish a connection between the British and the Americans.

They inspire admiration for the rapid development of America.

They advocate further ploration of America.

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