some main idea. Individualism is the most important point to understand American cultural. According to the article, Americans devotion to individualism. For example, we can see the way Americans treat their children. They are trained to themselves as separate individuals. Many self-reliant individual can be able to understand many aspects of American behavior and thinking. So I think understand individualism is the equal of comprehending U.S. culture. Individualism and equality. As for the individualism, other countries can not understand the way Americans treat their children. On the other hand, there are two different attitude about equality. Americans are uncomfortable with obvious deference. However, foreigner are accustomed to obvious displays of respect.