Basic Needs

['nei54n] -s[-z] Everyday Expressions n. The president is loved by the whole nation. n. Each nation has a flag of its own. n. The Jewish Nation

national nationalism nationalist nationality nationwide

national anthem national flag national holiday national university national park

Linguistic Skill

Useful Phrases --- the United Nations --- most favored nations to grant MFN Status --- an advanced nation --- a backward nation --- neighbor nation

Communicating Clearly

Street Talks This nation is noted for its economic stability. Thats a popular national publication. Hes too much of a nationalist for me.

Cultural Focus

Transcripts

By the mid-70s, the United States was a nation spent - burned out. Americans drew a deep breath, blew out the 200 flickering candles on the nations birthday cake, and settled down to WORKING for the American dream instead of singing and shouting for it.

Nixon: So are you enjoying yourself in our nations capital young man? Gump: Yes, sir.

Quotations A nation is not conquered which is perpetually to be conquered. Edmund Burke (1729-97), Irish philosopher, statesman. Speech, 22 March 1775, on conciliation with America. Nationality is the miracle of political independence; race is the principle of physical analogy. Benjamin Disraeli (1804-81), English statesman, author. Speech, 9 Aug. 1848, to House of Commons.