Schools Around the World Comprehension Check

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What is a home school?

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A home school is when parents teach their children at home instead of sending them to a traditional school.

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Why do some teachers use radio or computer lessons?

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Some teachers use radio or computer lessons because some students cannot travel to the school.

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What are 'Amazing School Facts' boxes?

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They are boxes in the article that give extra details about schools.

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What is the purpose of a caption under a photo?

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The purpose of a caption is to explain what is in each picture.

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What is the main idea of the article 'Schools Around the World'?

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The article is mostly about how schools are alike and different.

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What does it mean to compare schools?

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To compare schools means to look at how they are similar and different.

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What is a traditional school?

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A traditional school is a place where children go to learn with teachers and classmates.

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What is distance learning?

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Distance learning is when students learn from home using technology like computers or radios.

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Why might a community not have a school?

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A community might not have a school because they cannot afford to build one.

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What is a lesson?

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A lesson is a period of instruction on a particular subject.