Source: Walmart footprint, Wikipedia

Walmart began as a small store in Bentonville, Arkansas and now there are nearly 9000 stores worldwide. Walmart is a modern symbol of American culture. Walmart's humble beginning as a small general store that has grown into the most recognizable chain of stores worldwide is an example of the free enterprise of the American system and a symbol of American culture.

What were the similarities that you saw of the Walmart store in India to the Walmart Stores in the United States?

What differences did you see between the Walmart stores in India and those in the United States?

Walmart's expansion into India, and other parts of the world, is an example of cultural convergence. This lesson will focus on both cultural convergence and divergence.