Americans developed a national identity by involving themselves with the world, and by discovering and making the most of their surroundings and natural resources. Becoming a player on an international level helped build American confidence and nationalism. Using their geographic resources to their advantages, Americans creates an effective and efficient government and economy.
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Agriculture was the main occupation & economic activity in the ancient Mesopotamia civilisation. They focused on the cereal cultivation & sheep farming, however also farmed legumes, date palms and grapes.