This document provides a list of cultural references, traditions, and assumptions that are commonly associated with being American. It describes popular TV shows, sports, holidays, and other aspects of everyday life that many Americans would be familiar with, such as eating meals at a table, having access to private bathrooms and laundromats, and taking vacations of around 3 weeks per year. It also outlines political and economic systems like the two-party system, privately owned utilities, and an expectation that the legal system can resolve disputes.