(Topic) The view taken by Lewis Lapham of "the American faith in money" meticulously identifies the covetous sentiment shared by our people. (Tell #1) Since the formation of this nation, Americans have been materialistic. (Show #1) Henry Adams observed how "deflected by the pursuit of money" the Americans were. ... (Tell #2) The American people attempt to use their wealth to prove their "worth" to others and themselves. ... (Tell #3) Citizens of other countries largely have not had the same opportunities as Americans. ...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate