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What industries are highly developed in the U.S.?
The United States has many highly developed industries. The most important are engineering, automobile manufacturing, aircraft and space industries, electronics, chemical and petroleum industries, food processing, and the production of machinery and equipment. Modern high-tech industries are also very important.

What mineral deposits are there?
The U.S. is rich in mineral resources. There are large deposits of coal, oil, natural gas, iron ore, copper, lead, zinc, gold, silver, and other minerals.

What plants are grown in the U.S.? Why?
American farmers grow wheat, corn, cotton, tobacco, soybeans, rice, fruit, and vegetables. Different crops are grown in different parts of the country because the United States has a large territory, fertile soils, and various climatic conditions. For example, wheat and corn are widely grown in the central states, while cotton and tobacco are typical of the warmer southern regions.

What can you say about the usual average town?
A usual American town is generally well planned and comfortable. Its centre often has shops, offices, banks, restaurants, public buildings, and other services. Residential districts with private houses are usually situated farther from the centre. Many towns have schools, hospitals, parks, sports facilities, supermarkets, and good roads. Cars play an important role in everyday life, so streets, highways, and parking areas are an essential part of a typical American town.