Learn about the concept of the American "melting pot" in this short story to help you improve your English vocabulary.
Vocabulary:
- Immigration: A noun that means the act of coming to live permanently in a foreign country.
- Diverse: An adjective that means showing a great deal of variety; very different.
- Tradition: A noun that refers to a custom or belief passed from generation to generation.
- Prejudice: A noun that means an unfair feeling of dislike for a person or group based on race, sex, religion, etc.
- Adapt: A verb that means to change something to suit different conditions or uses.
- Resident: A noun that means a person who lives somewhere permanently or for a long time.
- Influence: A verb that means to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something.
- Varied: An adjective that means incorporating different types or elements; showing variety.
- Cuisine: A noun that refers to a style or method of cooking characteristic of a particular country or region.
- Newcomer: A noun that means a person who has recently arrived in a place.
