Question 1

Compare and contrast the school systems in East St. Louis, Illinois with the one in Rye, New York? What advantages and/or disadvantages does Kozol show for students in each school system? What creates the differences in these school systems?

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Question 2

Often, lower-income students at Little Ivy felt that they were inadequate, inferior, and intimidated by the students from wealthier backgrounds. Which of the following is NOT an aspect of this feeling discussed by Aries and Seider?

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While Aries and Seider discussed how lower-income students at Little Ivy felt intimidated by wealthier students, they did not mention anything about physical stature. They did, however, discuss how the students felt inadequate due to differences in grammar, regional accents, and their parents' educations and occupations.

Question 3

When higher-income students at Little Ivy discussed their European trips, dinners at high-priced restaurants, and their privileged backgrounds, Aries and Seider maintain that lower-class students felt

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The word "excluded" is used to describe how the lower-class students felt, indicating that they were likely uncomfortable or left out during these conversations about privilege and luxury.

Question 4

At State College, the differences between students based on social class can best be described in the following way?

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The passage suggests that at State College, there were minimal differences in terms of social class background between students, and that social class played only a small role, if any, in determining social relationships. The passage does not mention students bragging about possessions or clothes being a marker for differentiation, and it does not suggest that lower-income students felt more powerful or desired than affluent ones. Choice C is the most accurate and supported by the passage.

Question 5

The students in Rye, New York discuss the pros and cons of racial integration for their school. Explain how they feel about this controversial subject. Make sure you also include their reasons for the opinions they express.

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Question 6

For students at State College, what can be said about their acquisition of new forms of cultural capital, such as changes in language, dress, or behavior?

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Students at State College may have used more complex language but did not significantly acquire new forms of cultural capital such as goods, language adaptation, or behavioral changes.

Question 7

The student, Jennifer, interviewed by Kozol, seems to be blaming the poorer education in the inner city on what cause?

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Question 8

The title of this selection is "savage inequalities." To what is Kozol referring? How do you think it is possible to reduce the inequalities to which Kozol is referring?

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Question 9

The graduation rate from East St. Louis High School is approximately ____________ percent. Of these, approximately _____________ percent go on to four year colleges.

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The question provides two pieces of information. The first is the graduation rate from East St. Louis High School, which is approximately 55 percent. The second is the percentage of graduates who go on to four year colleges, which is approximately 20 percent. The only choice that matches these percentages is A, with a graduation rate of 55 percent and a college attendance rate of 20 percent. Therefore, A is the best choice.

Question 10

Jonathan Kozol, author of "Savage Inequalities," visits a classroom in Rye, New York that is discussing equality and race. Which of the following is not a general position expressed by the class?

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The class did not express the position that if instituted immediately, Affirmative Action programs would greatly enhance the school's reputation and the students' experiences.

Question 11

One student objects to busing students from the ghettos and expresses his concern by which of the following quotes?

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Question 12

One of the markers that immediately might differentiate higher-income students from lower-income students is

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Higher-income students often have more possessions due to greater financial resources, which can be a visible marker of their socioeconomic status.

Question 13

One of the criticisms of elite universities in America, according to this article, has been that they are "reproducing social advantage instead of serving as an engine of mobility." Which of the following best illustrates this quote?

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The quote refers to the criticism that elite universities are favoring students from privileged backgrounds and not providing equal opportunities for students from lower socio-economic backgrounds. Option A shows that a large percentage (75%) of students at these universities come from the top quarter of the socio-economic system, while only a small percentage (3%) come from the poorest quarter, highlighting how some elite universities are reproducing social advantage.

Question 14

Low-income students at Little Ivy could be made to feel powerless, according to Aries and Seider. Which of the following can be used as an illustration of this feeling on the part of lower-income students?

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According to Aries and Seider, lower-income students at Little Ivy may feel powerless when it comes to discussing their futures after college because they do not have the same resources and opportunities as their higher-income peers. This can lead to a sense of inferiority and powerlessness among these students. Option A may also be a potential illustration of this feeling but it is not specifically mentioned by Aries and Seider. Option C is not accurate as it suggests that lower-income students feel superior to their higher-income peers, which goes against the idea of powerlessness. Option D is not a valid illustration as it implies that all students are on a similar social footing, which is not the case in reality.

Question 15

At Little Ivy, as lower-income students became more assimilated into college life, what happened?

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As lower-income students became more assimilated into college life at Little Ivy, they adopted more of the speech, attire, and behavior of the more affluent students on campus, leading them to feel greater self-confidence. This aligns with option D.

Question 16

How was the building of a new auditorium in Rye (NY) High School funded?

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Question 17

When Aries and Seider cite research that says that lower-income students at elite universities undergo "significant effects on their sense of self, as well as on relations with friends and colleagues who still inhabit the 'old' world" they mean

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The authors are highlighting the fact that lower-income students who attend elite universities often struggle to adapt to a new environment where the majority of students and faculty come from a higher socioeconomic background. This can affect their sense of self and relationships with their peers. Option A is incorrect as the authors do not suggest that lower-income students are inherently sophisticated or smart. Option C is partially true but incomplete, as discrimination can also come from faculty members and academic structures, as well as from higher-income students. Option D is incorrect as the authors explicitly state that cultural gaps exist and can cause difficulties for lower-income students.

Question 18

Comparing East St. Louis with Rye, which of the following is an accurate description of each?

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The passage states that East St. Louis is "practically all black," while Rye is a "suburban town that is practically all white." Option A is incorrect because it states that East St. Louis has equal numbers of blacks and whites, which is not true. Option C is incorrect because it describes both towns as rural, which is not accurate, and it provides irrelevant information about the breadmaking district and German immigrants. Option D is incorrect because the passage does not indicate that the two cities are comparable in most regards.

Question 19

One of the criticisms of elite universities in America, according to this article, has been that they are "reproducing social advantage instead of serving as an engine of mobility." What does this mean and how is social advantage reproduced at elite schools but not so much at state colleges?

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Question 20

At Little Ivy, which of the following students would be most likely to feel an increase in self-confidence as they went through college?

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