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Profielwerkstuk on American politics and culture (VWO 6)

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Hello! We are students in the Netherlands conducting research on American politics and culture.

Participation is voluntary, anonymous, and you can stop at any time. The survey takes about 8–10 minutes.

By continuing, you consent to the use of your answers for our research.

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Do you currently live in the United States?

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Are you a U.S. citizen?

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If you are not a U.S. citizen, how long have you been in the United States?

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What is your ethnicity?

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What is your age group?

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Gender

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Highest level of education completed

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US region

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Political orientation

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How would you define the American Dream in your own words? (Open-ended)

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Which aspects of the American Dream are most important to you personally?

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How much has your family background influenced your ability to pursue the American Dream?

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Do you believe opportunities in the U.S. are equally available to everyone, regardless of race, gender, or social class?

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How well do popular media (movies, books, TV shows) reflect the realities of the American lifestyle?

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To what extent do you believe the American Dream is achievable for

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Which factors do you think are the biggest barriers to achieving the ideal American life?

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How much do media and literature influence what people think is a “successful” life in the U.S?

(1 = Not at all, 5 = Very much)
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Do you feel social media and popular culture pressure Americans to achieve unrealistic standards of success, beauty, or happiness?

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Do you think American culture makes people care too much about money, buying things, and showing off wealth?

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Do you feel that access to guns and gun violence affect Americans’ daily lives and sense of safety?

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Have you personally experienced or observed sexism affecting opportunities at work, school, or in daily life?

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Have you personally experienced or witnessed racism affecting education, work, or daily life?

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Do you think political decisions (laws, government policies, and leadership) make it easier or harder for people to succeed and live safely in American society?

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How has American culture positively or negatively affected your life?

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Which aspects of American culture do you think are most problematic?

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Do you feel excluded or pressured by American social expectations?

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How would you improve American culture to make it more fair and healthy?

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Thank you for participating!

We really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and experiences. Your answers will help us better understand American culture, lifestyle, and the challenges and opportunities people face. All responses are anonymous and will only be used for academic purposes.