Question 1

Approximately ________ percent of the nation's population 16 years and older is functionally illiterate.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Assessment of Adult Literacy, approximately 14% of the nation's population 16 years and older is functionally illiterate. This means they have difficulty with tasks such as filling out a job application or reading a newspaper.

Question 2

One of the major reasons Native Americans were placed in boarding schools for 60 years was:

Accepted Answer

Native American children were often taken from their families and placed in boarding schools to be "civilized" into American culture. This was part of the government's effort to assimilate Native Americans into white American culture and eradicate their own traditions and customs. The schools were often harsh and abusive, and students were punished for speaking their native languages or practicing their own religious beliefs. The policy of sending Native American children to boarding schools lasted for 60 years, from the late 19th century until the 1970s.

Question 3

At 9:05 A.M.,the bell rings and children file into their third-grade classroom.The first student to sit at his or her desk-book open and pencil ready to write-wins a star for the day.The students love this little bit of competition.This example of nonacademic socialization (which can teach students the benefit of competition)is referred to,by sociologists,as the:

Accepted Answer

The example given pertains to nonacademic socialization, which is a component of the hidden curriculum. The hidden curriculum refers to the indirect and implicit learning experiences that take place in educational settings, and it includes nonacademic socialization, such as learning cultural norms, values, and beliefs.

Question 4

Broadly defined,education is:

Accepted Answer

Choice D provides the most comprehensive and inclusive definition of education, encompassing academic, social, and cultural aspects. Choices A, B, and C each offer narrower definitions that do not fully capture the breadth and complexity of education.

Question 5

Studies show that ________ school students score highest on achievement tests,followed by ________ school students.

Accepted Answer

Studies indicate that Catholic school students tend to score the highest on achievement tests, followed by students from secular private and public schools.

Question 6

Approximately what percentage of the nation's population age 16 years and older is innumerate?

Accepted Answer

According to the National Assessment of Adult Literacy, approximately 30 percent of the nation's population age 16 years and older have limited or no functioning in numeracy skills.

Question 7

What was the name of the landmark court ruling that mandated desegregation of American schools?

Accepted Answer

Brown v. Board of Education was a landmark Supreme Court ruling in 1954 that declared segregation of public schools unconstitutional. This ruling mandated the desegregation of American schools and was a major step forward in the civil rights movement. Choices B, C, and D are not actual court cases related to desegregation.

Question 8

The Coleman Report was a systematic large-scale evaluation of data from students and school facilities.It concluded that differences in school characteristics explained:

Accepted Answer

The Coleman Report concluded that differences in school characteristics explained only a small portion of educational differences between schools. It did not address or relate to the racial divide, gender-based disparities, or differential literacy skills gained by children of different social classes.

Question 9

Results from the Coleman Report found that:

Accepted Answer

The Coleman Report found that achievement differences between schools could be explained best by the family background of students and peers with whom children attended school.

Question 10

Jackson's parents pay for him to take private violin lessons and send him to language lessons after school.In the summer,he attends science camp.His parents try to take him on one vacation to a foreign country every year.Jackson's parents hope that these activities will build his skills and better position him to get into a competitive university.Jackson's parents are investing in his:

Accepted Answer

Jackson's parents are investing in his human capital by providing him with private violin lessons, language lessons, science camp, and exposure to foreign cultures through vacations. All of these experiences and skills will enhance Jackson's knowledge and abilities, which can lead to greater success in the future.

Question 11

A Marxist theorist of education would critique schools for socializing children to accept the status quo,because schools:

Accepted Answer

According to Marxist theory, education serves to maintain the power of the dominant class by teaching skills and values that make students subordinate to that class. This includes obedience, conformity, and acceptance of the status quo. Therefore, a Marxist theorist would critique schools for socializing children to accept the status quo rather than rebelling against it. Choices A and D are not accurate because Marxist theory does not view schools as controlled by the lower classes, nor does it see schools as intentionally teaching students to rebel against dominant cultural values. B is also incorrect because Marxist theory suggests that schools reinforce class divisions rather than raising class consciousness.

Question 12

Though she graduated from high school,Jenny does not possess the skills necessary to balance her checkbook or make change for a customer without the aid of a cash register.Jenny is:

Accepted Answer

The term "innumerate" refers to a person who lacks basic mathematical skills, such as the ability to perform simple arithmetic. This would describe Jenny's situation, as she cannot balance her checkbook or make change without assistance. "Undereducated" and "unschooled" do not necessarily convey the same meaning as "innumerate," as they could refer to a lack of education in any subject or a lack of formal schooling altogether. "Functionally illiterate" refers specifically to a person who cannot read or write at a level necessary to function in everyday life, which does not necessarily apply to Jenny's situation.

Question 13

Taking into account students' family backgrounds,________ schools tend to outperform ________ schools in preparing children academically.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that Catholic schools, which often have a strong focus on discipline and academic excellence, tend to outperform non-Catholic private schools and public schools in preparing children academically, regardless of family background. Meanwhile, less-expensive private schools may not have the same resources and experienced staff as very expensive private schools, so option A is not a reliable choice. Option B is incorrect because not all Catholic schools perform equally well and the question is asking for a general tendency. Option C is incorrect because the question is asking for a comparison between two types of private schools, not between private and public schools.

Question 14

Steve is facing medical bills that threaten to bankrupt him.He reads an article about Kari Smith's "creative" financing of her son's college education.Steve decides to follow her example,so he:

Accepted Answer

Steve decides to follow Kari Smith's example of "creative" financing by agreeing to wear a corporate logo on his hospital gown in exchange for payment, similar to how Kari Smith might have used an unconventional method to finance her son's education.

Question 15

Which of the following is a finding of the research examining the effects of class size on educational achievement?

Accepted Answer

Research has found that smaller class sizes have stronger positive effects on minority and low-income students than on other students. Option A is incorrect as studies have found that smaller classes lead to improved educational achievement. Option C is also false as research suggests that smaller class sizes lead to improved behavior and lower disciplinary problems. Lastly, option D is incorrect as studies show that class size is a significant predictor of educational achievement even when students are of the same intelligence levels.

Question 16

One important finding from the Coleman Report was that:

Accepted Answer

The Coleman Report found that when lower-class students went to school with more upper-status students, they did better academically. This is known as the "peer effect" and has been supported by numerous studies since.

Question 17

William,a 17-year-old high school student,chooses products in the grocery store by looking at the pictures on the labels of the goods on the shelves because he cannot read many of the words.William would be considered:

Accepted Answer

William's inability to read many words indicates that he is functionally illiterate, meaning he has difficulty with basic reading, writing, and comprehension skills.

Question 18

Knowledge and skills that make someone more productive and bankable are known as:

Accepted Answer

Human capital refers to the knowledge, skills, and abilities that an individual possesses that make them more productive and valuable in the workforce. It includes education, training, experience, and other factors that contribute to their ability to perform their job effectively.

Question 19

Thomas transfers to a new school when his family moves to a new district,and he is placed in a classroom with students who have slightly higher average math grades than he does.Based on the research,what is the most likely outcome? Thomas will:

Accepted Answer

According to research on the "Matthew Effect" in educational settings, students who are placed in classrooms with higher-achieving peers tend to make greater academic gains than those placed in lower-achieving classrooms. This is because high-achieving peers can provide positive social comparisons, challenging academic work, and a supportive environment. Therefore, it is likely that Thomas will succeed and make academic gains when placed in a classroom with higher-achieving students. Option A is not the best choice as being in a classroom with the highest scores does not necessarily mean that Thomas will perform well, and this may not be beneficial for his self-esteem. Option C is not supported by evidence, and option D is not likely to be the best choice as it may limit Thomas's potential for academic growth.

Question 20

Dr.Shamus Khan studied one of the most elite boarding schools in the nation.Suppose that graduate student Kia Darby replicates Dr.Khan's methodology in her study of public schools in Appalachia.Kia:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Dr.Shamus Khan studied one of the most...

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