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Use of horse and buggy is the defining characteristic of the Amish in the United States. But it is not an exclusive trait as there are old order Mennonite groups that do use the horse and buggy as well.
As for subgroups within the Amish, The Old Order Amish are the largest of the sects. Followed by The New Order Amish.
What else can I help you with?
Do Amish women married other cultures?
The Amish usuall y inter marry only.
How did the Amish get to the US?
The Amish got to America by ship. Back then, there was no such thing as an airplane.
How is Amish different from us?
The Amish are different from us because they live simply while we don't live simply.
Which of the following statements about the Old Order Amish of the US and Canada is accurate?
Amish who enter business try to retain Amish family values by working at home and selling products from home
Does anthropologists study subcultures such as Amish and christian scientists?
The statement is not true. Anthropologists study all human cultures.
What best describes the byzantine art during the ottoman empire?
a style the combines elements from multiple cultures from the region
What impact does a pluralistic society have on business?
The impact that a pluralistic society would have on businesses is good in the sense that there are different cultures living in one area. For example, in Pennsylvania, there are many small Amish towns, as well as normal cities surrounding them, the impact of the Amish people and the English people as they call it, is great since the Amish can sell their items to the businesses of the English people, giving the English businesses much profit and the Amish get the business from the English. Without such a society, English and Amish businesses would decline in finances, since the English need to pay little for Amish items and the Amish make out nice financially.
Who was the only Amish president?
No US president has been Amish. I do not know about their church government, but if they elect presidents., they must have had more than one by now.
What makes something Amish?
It is Amish...if it is homemade. But you have to be Amish, or else..you are not Amish. But, homemade. amish.. no its amish if it fails at life ....see 123SHUP.webs.com
Can the President of the US be of the Amish faith?
Yes, but it might not work to good.
Did the Amish religion start in the US?
No, but because of persecution many Amish immigrated to the united states during the 1700's and a second wave of immigration in the 1850's. Most of the Amish coming to america in the 1850's did not remain amish and began to identify with the Mennonite. Two exceptions this are the Swiss Amish communites located in Berne and Adams Counties in Indiana. The amish themselves have their roots in switzerland in the late 1600's.
Do the Amish believe in fantasy?
The Amish generally avoid fantasy elements such as magic, wizards, and mythical creatures as these are considered to be against their beliefs. They prioritize simplicity, humility, and living in harmony with nature.
