Homework and its Impact on Students, Post Test

Why do some people think homework should be optional?

• Because it causes stress and takes away from free time

• Because it helps students learn better

• Because it improves test scores

• Because it promotes family time and hobbies

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According to the National Education Association, how much homework is recommended for high school students?

• 10 minutes per day

• 30 minutes per day

• 60 minutes per day

• 90 to 120 minutes per day

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What health problems can excessive homework lead to?

• Sleep deprivation and headaches

• Weight gain and allergies

• Vision problems and back pain

• Cognitive decline and muscle weakness

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According to the Stanford research, how many students said that homework was not a stressor?

• Less than 1 percent

• 10 percent

• 25 percent

• 50 percent

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What did a superintendent of a Florida school district replace homework with?

• Reading for 20 minutes

• Watching TV for 20 minutes

• Playing video games for 20 minutes

• Doing chores for 20 minutes

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According to the Journal of Educational Psychology, who had better test scores?

• Students who did less than 90 minutes of homework

• Students who did more than 90 minutes of homework

• Students who did no homework

• Students who did homework every day

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What does homework take away from students?

• Free time

• Sleep time

• Study time

• Social time

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What did most students in the Science Leadership Academy agree on?

• Homework takes away time for sports, extra classes, and family

• Homework improves their grades

• Homework helps them make new friends

• Homework is enjoyable and fun

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What is the main reason the author believes homework should be optional?

• It can lead to health problems, doesn't improve learning, and consumes free time

• It helps students learn better and improves test scores

• It promotes family time and hobbies

• It reduces stress and increases free time

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Who is the author of this article?

• Daniel Kim

• A superintendent of a Florida school district

• A teacher in Texas

• A researcher from Stanford University

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