A WRITTEN REPORT

ON THE COUNTRY
OF USA  

DAVE S. JULIAN
WGEO 211
HRM 2Y1-1
MS. SANDRA PEPITO
I. Basic Facts
A.) Capital
The capital city of the United States of America is
Washington, D.C., and can be referred to formally as the
District of Columbia or more informally as D.C. or
Washington. In 2017, the city had a population of 6,131,977
and an approximate size of 68.34 square miles. The city was
founded after the American Revolution and named after
Founding Father and first President of the United States of
America, General George Washington. 
B.)Flag

Names The American flag, Use National flag and ensign

The Stars and Stripes Proportion 10:19
Red, White, and Blue Adopted December 3, 1775 (grand union flag)
Old glory June 14, 1777 (13-star version)
The star-spangled banner July 4, 1960 (current 50-star version)
United States (U.S.) flag
C.)Nickname
On this day in 1813, the United States gets its nickname, Uncle Sam.
The name is linked to Samuel Wilson, a meat packer from Troy, New
York, who supplied barrels of beef to the United States Army during the
War of 1812. Wilson (1766-1854) stamped the barrels with "U.S." for
United States, but soldiers began referring to the grub as "Uncle Sam's."
The local newspaper picked up on the story and Uncle Sam eventually
gained widespread acceptance as the nickname for the U.S. federal
government. In the late 1860s and 1870s, political cartoonist Thomas
Nast (1840-1902) began popularising the image of Uncle Sam. Nast
continued to evolve the image, eventually giving Sam the white beard
and stars-and-stripes suit that are associated with the character today.
• Religion
Religion in the United States is diverse
with Christianity being the majority religion. Various
religious faiths have flourished within the United States. A
majority of Americans report that religion plays a very
important role in their lives, a proportion unique
among developed countries. Freedom of religion in the
United States is guaranteed in the First Amendment to the
United States Constitution.
 
E.)Currency
The currency of the United States is the United States
dollar (USD). The United States dollar is undoubtedly the
most powerful currency in the world. The dollar derives its
strength from the economic and political might of the USA.
Its sign is $, and its currency code is USD. It is sometimes
abbreviated as US$.
• Population (as of 2018)
The current population of the United States of
America is 329,351,636 as of Monday, August 12, 2019,
based on the latest United Nations estimates.
G.) Government
The United States is a federal republic in which the
president, Congress and federal courts share powers
reserved to the national government, according to its
Constitution. The federal government shares sovereignty
with the state governments.
H.) Manila to USA
Fastest one-stop flight between Manila and New York
takes close to 19 hour However, some airlines could take
as long as 45 hours based on the stopover destination and
waiting duration. Waiting time at intermediate airports
could be anywhere between 1 hour to 24 hour.
I.) Time zone
There are 9 time zones by law in the USA and its
dependencies, however, adding the time zones of 2
uninhabited US territories gives 11 time zones in total.
Chicago (GMT-5)

3:14 am
2:14 am Denver (GMT-6)
1:14 am Phoenix (GMT-7)
1:14 am Los Angeles (GMT-7)
12:14 Anchorage (GMT-8)
am
10:14 -1 day Honolulu (GMT-10)
pm
J.) Language
The most commonly used language in the United
States is English (specifically, American English), which is the de
facto national language. Nonetheless, many other languages are also
spoken, or historically have been spoken, in the United States these
include indigenous languages, languages brought to the country by
colonists, enslaved people and immigrants from Europe, Africa and
Asia. There are also several languages, including creoles and sign
languages, That developed in the United States. Approximately 430
languages are spoken or signed by the population, of which 176 are
indigenous to the area. Fifty-two languages formerly spoken in the
country's territory are now extinct.
K.) Useful expressions
• What’s up? / Wassup? / ‘sup?
• Meaning: “Hello, how are you?”
• To hang tight
• Meaning: to wait patiently
I.) Climate/Season
The climate of the United States varies due to
differences in latitude, and a range of geographic features,
including mountains and deserts. A
Mediterranean climateprevails along most of
the California coast, while southern Florida has a
tropicalclimate, the warmest region on the US mainland.
II. Culture and Traditions
A.) Top 3 famous festivals
Sundance Film Festival
If you’re looking for a little bit of art and culture, the
Sundance Film Festival is a great place to start. Held in
Park City, Utah, the Sundance Festival is widely considered
the most important film festival in the U.S. The only one that
rivals its scale is the Festival de
Cannes in France.
 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Imagine seeing hundreds of colorful hot air balloons
cruising the sky? If this sounds like a dream come true,
head on over to Albuquerque, New Mexico to witness the
largest hot air balloon event in the world. The entire event
is a pretty magical sight and is something which I think is
worth traveling for. The Balloon Fiesta is made up of a nine-
day celebration and has over 500 balloons flying high each
year.
 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
This music and arts festival that started in 1999 has now evolved into a
massive yearly festival where people from all over the country and even
the world travel to the US for. Held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio
California, coachella is a melting pot of music, art, and cultures.
Featuring loads of musical acts from every genre and heaps of art
installations, festival-goers flock to this location every year. Throughout
the festival, there are various musical acts, camping, and loads of
merrymaking. If you’re into pop culture and want a taste of modern
America, this festival should be on your list.
B.) Unique culture
Sports
The United States is a sports-minded country, with millions
of fans who follow football, baseball, basketball and hockey,
among other sports Baseball, which was developed in
colonial America and became an organized sport in the mid-
1800s, is known as America's favorite pastime, although its
popularity has been eclipsed by football for the past three
decades, according to the harris poll
 Religion
• Nearly every known religion is practiced in the United States, which was
founded on the basis of religious freedom About 71% of Americans
identify themselves as Christians, according to information gathered by
the pew reaserch center a nonpartisan research group, in 2017. The
research also found that about 23% had no religious affiliation at all and
around 6% of the population is made up non-Christian religions. 
• The number of people who identify with no religion seems to be
decreasing. According to the pew research center this category is
expected to drop from 16% in 2015 to 13% in 2060.
 Language
• There is no official language of the United States, according to the
U.S. government. While almost every language in the world is
spoken in the United States, the most frequently spoken non-
English languages are Spanish, Chinese, French and German.
Ninety percent of the U.S. population speaks and understands at
least some English, and most official business is conducted
in english Some states have official or preferred languages. For
example, English and Hawaiian are the official languages in hawaii
C.) Gastronomy – Food and Drinks

Apple Pie
The saying is "American as apple pie" for a reason: this sweet treat is a national institution.
Forget anybody who will try to tell you pecan or key lime is better, because they are lying. The simple
combination of sugar, buttery pastry and tart sliced apples produces a dessert so extraordinary people
have devoted their entire lives to perfecting it.
 Clam Chowder
It is basically illegal to visit Boston without trying New England clam chowder. The fragrant soup
is sold everywhere, and it looks hideous, being white and lumpy. But one taste is all it takes to fall in
love. Whoever decided to mix the quahog shellfish with tender potatoes, salted pork, heavy cream
and herbs is a total genius. There are many ways to eat it, but you may as well go all out and get a
bread bowl at the Atlantic Fish Co., where the chefs carve out a cavity in a fresh boule, pour in the
heavenly juice, then put the top back on. Edible dinnerware.
 Long Island Iced Tea
• A cocktail that never seems to go out of style. The potent
concoction of rum, tequila, vodka, gin and triple sec
finished with a mixture of sweet and sour cola and lemon
juice. Tea isn't actually an addition to the drink, but the
ingredients used predominantly the cola, provide the
profile of tea with much more flavour.
III. Tourist attractions
A.) Top 5 tourist attraction

Grand Canyon
This incredible natural attractions is one of the most visited places in the United States. Carved
out by the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon cuts deep into the landscape, creating dramatic cliff
walls and ledges. Visitors standing on the rim of the canyon can see down to the canyon floor a mile
below, and look out over the ridges and cliffs that run as far as the eye can see.
 Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park is home to a huge ancient volcano which has resulted in a dramatic
landscape and awesome natural phenomena. Geysers and hot springs, along with incredible waterfalls
along the Yellowstone River are just some of the attractions drawing in huge numbers of tourists each
year. The park, the oldest national park in the USA, is also home to all kinds of wildlife, with free
roaming bison, bighorn sheep, antelope, black bears, and grizzly bears
 Golden Gate Bridge
Arching across San Francisco Bay, joining San Francisco and Marin County, the Golden Gate
Bridge has been a California icon since it was built in the 1930s. Contrasting with the blue water, the
bridge's orangish-red color is an aesthetic accent that brings a unique quality to the city. It also has a
unique presence when it is shrouded in fog with just the peaks of the main towers projecting through
the low lying cloud. The bridge is approximately 2 miles long and part of Hwy 101 or SR 1
 St Louis Arch
This famous "Gateway to the West" in St Louis is both symbolic and eye catching. Rising above
the city, gleaming in the midday sun and illuminated at night, the arch can be seen from miles away
on the otherwise flat surroundings. It was built in the early 1960s and stands in Jefferson National
Expansion Memorial Park. Elevators offer transportation to the top of the arch where visitors are
treated to great views out over the city and surroundings.
 Glacier National Park and the Going-to-the-Sun Road
Montana's Glacier National Park offers some of the most beautiful mountain scenery in
the United States. Mountains, lakes, glaciers, valleys, and waterfalls combine to form a
spectacular alpine landscape. One of the best ways to truly appreciate the terrain is from
the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road. This narrow road, hugging the mountain side as it winds
its way up and over the 7,747 ft Logan pass, opened in 1932. Due to the elevation and
climate, the road is only open during the summer months. Visitors who have the opportunity
to visit the park will not want to miss a chance to see the sights along this road.
B.) Tourism slogan
“Build your own memories, travel far”