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African-American men participated in official Georgia politics for the first time.
Yes, "black" is politically correct, provided you are not referring to African-Americans. "African-American" would be wrong when referring to someone from, say, Jamaica. "Black" might be the preferred term for an individual whose nationality is unknown.
No, black Americans and African Americans are not nationalities. They refer to racial or ethnic identities within the United States, specifically to individuals with African ancestry. Nationality refers to the legal citizenship or membership of a specific country.
Depends on the person hearing the term. Most Native Americans have become used to the use of these terms and it does not offend them, as a general statement.
The songs were connected to life and daily functions.
Even moderate exercise will not reduce high blood pressure.
African-American men participated in official Georgia politics for the first time
African-American men participated in official Georgia politics for the first time.
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No, the correct statement is "That is mine." "Mine" is a possessive pronoun used to show ownership.
The term African-American began to be used by African-Americans themselves because of the negative connotations with words like "colored" or "negro". It gained momentum in the 1960s and the 1980s. The term has a more positive connotation and is considered the "politically correct" term.
Yes, "black" is politically correct, provided you are not referring to African-Americans. "African-American" would be wrong when referring to someone from, say, Jamaica. "Black" might be the preferred term for an individual whose nationality is unknown.
To take back a statement means to retract or withdraw what was previously said. This can be done if the statement was incorrect, misleading, or no longer relevant. It is a way to clarify or correct any misunderstanding caused by the original statement.
Yes, it is correct to say "you are correct." It acknowledges that the other person's statement or opinion is accurate.
The correct spelling is "revolutionary"
No, black Americans and African Americans are not nationalities. They refer to racial or ethnic identities within the United States, specifically to individuals with African ancestry. Nationality refers to the legal citizenship or membership of a specific country.
The word is spelled revolutionary. When used as a proper noun, it needs a capital letter, such as "Revolutionary War".