The USA— Country of contrasts

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Across
  1. 4. without any limits/boundaries (e.g., the vast American prairies).
  2. 5. A striking difference between two things (e.g., wealthy cities vs. poor rural towns).
  3. 6. AREA The countryside, away from cities and large towns.
  4. 8. Belonging to or characteristic of a city or town.
  5. 10. …OF LIVING The level of wealth, comfort, and material goods available to a person or society.
  6. 11. …POPULATED With a large number of people living close together in a small area.
Down
  1. 1. A very tall building, typical for American city skylines.
  2. 2. An extremely dry, sandy area with very little rain (e.g., Death Valley).
  3. 3. A piece of cloth with colors and symbols that represents a country (like the Stars and Stripes).
  4. 7. Extremely impressive or amazing.
  5. 9. A place where you buy goods, supplies, or food.
  6. 12. … POPULATED With few people living in a large area; not crowded.